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23 GVSU highlights from 2023

See some of the top stories, videos, social media and photos that captured life as Lakers.

Dec 19, 2023


Celebrating Lakers for a Lifetime: December 2023 Commencement in photos

See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.

Dec 13, 2023


myProfile portal expands equity efforts by adding pronouns, demographic information

The portal allows voluntary inclusive data collection such as a user's pronouns and, if a person chooses, their sexual orientation and gender identification.

Dec 11, 2023


GVSU Fall Class of 2023 honored during Commencement ceremony

The 1,323 graduates of the Fall Class of 2023 were recognized and celebrated by GVSU academic leaders and supporters on December 9.

Dec 9, 2023


GVSU in photos, November 2023: Celebrating milestones, traditions and new seasons

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Dec 1, 2023


Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on becoming Lakers

Four Lakers talk about connections, growth and lessons learned.

Nov 30, 2023


Relive the return of a new era of GVSU wrestling

See what happened behind the scenes and on the mat as the Lakers started their new season.

Nov 14, 2023


After three decades, wrestling returns as a varsity sport to Grand Valley

More than 1,500 fans watched the Lakers beat Cornerstone University, 30-12.

Nov 1, 2023



Homecoming legacy: Band members pen words to fight song, win $50

Did you know there was a time when "GVSU Victory" did not have lyrics? Two alumni penned the words to the song and won $50 for their work.

Oct 20, 2023