News from Grand Valley State University

Enrollment Development

Teaching Lodge on campus provides space for Native students

Students, faculty and alumni worked collaboratively with community members to build a traditional Native teaching lodge on Grand Valley's campus, the first lodge built on public university land in Michigan.

Aug 8, 2022


GVSU earns federal grant to establish TRIO program in Detroit

The five-year, $1.4 million federal grant will establish a TRIO program in Detroit designed to create a successful college-going culture for high school students who would be the first in their families to attend college.

Jun 13, 2022


Mantella, other leaders tackle systemic issues at Black Boys and Men Symposium

K-12 and higher education leaders addressed the challenges of the systems that impact Black men and boys and the need to create conditions for their success at a symposium sponsored by the Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach.

Jun 10, 2022


Muskegon eighth graders surprised with GVSU announcement of guaranteed admission

Eighth graders at Timberland Charter Academy in Muskegon were surprised during their promotion ceremony with an announcement of guaranteed admission to GVSU if they meet certain criteria.

Jun 3, 2022


More than 250 expected at first Black Boys and Men Symposium

More than 250 people are expected to participate in the Black Boys and Men Symposium, hosted by Grand Valley's Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach.

Jun 2, 2022


Latino high school students find community and connections on campus

More than 1,000 high school students found their community at Grand Valley May 6 during a Latino youth conference.

May 6, 2022


Leaders from GVSU, Alabama State sign articulation agreement

Leaders from Grand Valley State and Alabama State universities signed an articulation agreement April 25 that establishes pathways for degree completion for ASU students who are interested in pursuing master's degrees at GVSU.

Apr 25, 2022


GVSU earns national recognition for commitment to first-generation student success

Grand Valley was named to a cohort of similar institutions that demonstrate a commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes for this population of students.

Mar 23, 2022


GVSU, Morris Brown College sign memo to begin pathway for students to enroll in GVSU master's degree programs

Leaders at Grand Valley and Morris Brown College signed a memo of understanding March 15 that serves as the start of an articulation agreement, providing Morris Brown graduates with a pathway to enroll in Grand Valley master's degree programs.

Mar 18, 2022


Staff at TRIO pre-college program are on 'front lines' at area schools, providing resources and guidance to students

If she needs a reminder that her work matters, Jullianie Mackey can find that on Tuesdays in her office.

Feb 24, 2022