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GVSU LGBT Faculty and Staff Association works year-round to improve campus equity and inclusion

Pride Month may be one month of the year, but the LGBT Faculty and Staff Association works behind the scenes year-round to constantly improve the university to be as equitable and inclusive as possible.

Jun 30, 2022


GVSU among nation's top schools for military spouses

The honor recognizes the work of the university's veterans community and its leadership to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for military-connected students and their families.

Jun 10, 2022


Graduate student keeps watchful eye on Russo-Ukrainian conflict

A GVSU graduate student wants to thank an aid organization made up of volunteers that helped her youngest brother and father in Ukraine survive 40 days of Russian occupation.

Jun 7, 2022



Role player Janalee Lyke played big part in softball team's success

Catcher Janalee Lyke didn't see much playing time for the Lakers, but she made contributions that were integral to the team's success during her four years on the team.

May 27, 2022


Lakers hosting NCAA Division II track and field championships

The men's track and field team looks to defend its national title as the 2022 NCAA Division II Men's and Women's Outdoor Track and Field Championships begin on May 26.

May 24, 2022


Joey Simcoe named as men's wrestling head coach

Simcoe will lead the Lakers after spending 11 seasons as the head wrestling coach at Tiffin University, where he guided two wrestlers to NCAA Division II national titles and coached 15 All-Americans.

May 23, 2022


Farmers Market to return to GVSU following a two-year hiatus

After a two-year pause, the GVSU Farmers Market will return on June 8. The full market will be held once a month in parking lot G on the Allendale Campus and is co-hosted by the Office of Sustainability Practices and Human Resources.

May 23, 2022


Websites rank The Meadows among top college golf courses in the country

Tee times at The Meadows at Grand Valley State University may be a little harder to reserve this season after the golf course was ranked among the nation's top university courses.

May 17, 2022


GVSU team part of community effort to help military veterans and families with home improvements

They were volunteering as part of Operation United, an effort by Heart of West Michigan United Way.

May 13, 2022