News from Grand Valley State University

Office of the Provost

GVSU selected by Amazon as educational partner for Career Choice program

GVSU has been selected as an educational partner for Amazon's Career Choice program, providing Amazon's hourly employees access to degree programs and certificates.

Mar 3, 2022


GVSU appoints new chief academic officer

President Philomena V. Mantella announced the appointment of Fatma Mili as the next provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs of the university.

Feb 15, 2022


Campus community mourns death of Bea Idema

The Grand Valley and West Michigan communities are celebrating the life of devoted philanthropist Beatrice "Bea" Idema, who died on February 3.

Feb 4, 2022


Four candidates will visit campus, interview for provost position

Four candidates for the position of provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs will visit Grand Valley in late January for open meetings.

Jan 13, 2022


GVSU mourns death of university's first provost

Grand Valley mourns the December 30 death of Glenn A. Niemeyer, the universityýs first provost. He was 87.

Dec 31, 2021


Grand Valley recognized by local environmental group for sustainability efforts

Grand Valley was named Business of the Year, and Crystal Scott-Tunstall, an affiliate professor of environmental and sustainability studies, was honored as WMEAC's Educator of the Year.

Dec 16, 2021


Convocation speakers encourage students to find their communities, begin strong journeys

New and returning students were welcomed to the 2021-2022 academic year by Convocation speakers who also lent advice, gave messages of support and asked questions.

Aug 27, 2021


Former provost: personal interactions make GVSU unique

At a reception held in her honor, former Provost Maria Cimitile told her colleagues and friends their personal interactions with each other and with students is what makes Grand Valley unique.

Aug 26, 2021


Oliver Wilson Scholars set up for success after completing summer program

Nearly 60 incoming students have already completed their first six weeks of college by participating as Oliver Wilson Scholars, a program designed to support diverse students and set them up for success.

Aug 20, 2021


Campus community members named to search committee for next provost

A campus committee has been established to guide the search for a provost, supported by consultants from Storbeck Search.

Jul 19, 2021