News from Grand Valley State University

CECI partnership expands West Michigan teacher workforce

CECI and the West Michigan Teacher Collaborative — an alliance among Kent, Muskegon and Ottawa intermediate school districts — have worked together to address the shortage of PK-12 and special education teachers in West Michigan.

Apr 18, 2025


Reach Higher Showcase attendee is silhouetted against a sign that says "a lifetime of learning"

Reach Higher Celebration spotlights GVSU's innovation in Michigan

Community and industry leaders from across Michigan gathered at the DeVos Center on Grand Valley's Pew City Campus on April 17 for the university's Reach Higher Celebration.

Apr 17, 2025

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Former Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss to address GVSU graduates

Bliss will offer remarks during the April 25 ceremony.

Apr 15, 2025



'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


Drake appointed as provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs

President Philomena V. Mantella announced the permanent appointment on April 11.

Apr 11, 2025


GVSU students to be honored at annual awards convocation

Students who have excelled in and out of the classroom will be honored at 6 p.m. on April 14 at the Student Awards Convocation in the Eberhard Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.

Apr 10, 2025


GVSU celebrates innovation, research at Student Scholars Day

For nearly 30 years, Student Scholars Day has provided students opportunities to collaborate with faculty mentors, expand their academic interests and contribute to the advancement of their field of study.

Apr 9, 2025


GVSU survey: Tariff impact leads to pessimism in West Michigan economy

Brian Long, the director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business, said responses from March’s survey participants reflected a noticeable trend.

Apr 9, 2025


Adrienne Wallace receives Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year Award

The awards are presented annually by the Michigan Association of State Universities to recognize outstanding contributions to the education of undergraduate students exhibited by university faculty.

Apr 8, 2025