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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


President's message: Texas mass shooting

President Philomena V. Mantella reacted to the mass shooting at a Texas elementary school and highlighted university resources available to support campus community members in a May 25 message.

May 25, 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


Schaner earns AP Achievement Award

Betty Schaner received the AP Achievement Award, the employment group's highest recognition, during an April 19 ceremony.

Apr 20, 2022


Fireside Chat speaker: Here's how Michigan, Grand Valley can design education for the future

Quentin Messer Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, sees great economic potential for the state, and Grand Valley can play a big part in making it come to fruition.

Apr 12, 2022


BHSH System and GVSU break new ground to tackle nursing shortage

Leaders have announced the creation of the BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan Nurse Scholar program.

Apr 12, 2022


GVSU selects Behler as next vice president

Behler will begin the new role on July 1.

Apr 11, 2022


Mantella: Investment in higher education needed for Michigan's future

In a commentary published by Crain's Detroit Business, Mantella wrote investment in higher education is needed to prepare students for an evolving economy.

Apr 8, 2022


V.P. McLogan retiring in June

McLogan arrived at GVSU in 1987.

Apr 7, 2022