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'We dance for those that can't': GVSU's 24th annual Pow Wow celebrates Indigenous Culture

The annual event celebrates Indigenous culture through song, dance, feasting and socializing.

Apr 14, 2025


GVSU celebrates progress on Battle Creek Innovation Hub

Grand Valley celebrated progress on the renovation of the Battle Creek Innovation Hub on Wednesday. GVSU is working in partnership with local organizations, Battle Creek Unlimited and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation on the renovation of the former Kendall Center to shape the future of education in the area.

Mar 26, 2025


Asian New Year Festival celebrates Asian Cultures with performances, fashion show and more

The annual event was hosted by the Asian Student Union and sponsored by the Asian Student Achievement Program and had a variety of elements celebrating numerous Asian cultures.

Mar 24, 2025


Inaugural Multicultural Night hosted by Student Senate, Office of Multicultural Affairs

Inspired by Campus Life Night, the event allowed community members to interact with culturally focused student organizations and departments.

Mar 20, 2025


Building a more just world over a cup of tea: EqualiTEA returns to celebrate Women's History Month at GVSU

Lakers gathered to hear from a local advocate for optimizing the working world for all on March 18 as part of GVSU’s Women’s History Month celebration.

Mar 18, 2025


Q&A with the new director of Student Accessibility Resources

Jayne Fraley-Burgett wants to share her success story and help students gain access to tools that will help them succeed.

Mar 13, 2025


Continuing to create: GVSU students celebrate Black History Month through student showcase

The theme for this year’s Black History Month celebrations is “Continuing to Create”, intended to celebrate the Grand Valley students who are creating Black history every day.

Feb 7, 2025



Black History Month: GVSU students reflect on celebration, education and finding community

The Office of Multicultural Affairs, in partnership with GVSU student organizations, will host events allowing students to connect with Black student groups and organizations.

Jan 31, 2025


New mural unveiled in the Milton E. Ford LGBT Center

Designed by a Grand Valley alum, the mural provides a pop of color and representation of community in the Milton E. Ford LGBT Center.

Jan 24, 2025