University Initiatives
FVSU students visit GVSU campuses, West Michigan businesses
12 students from the Georgia university are in the area to learn more about the pipeline program.
May 10, 2021
Truss, free-tuition program highlighted in journal
B. Donta Truss, vice president for Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach, was highlighted in the May issue of Enrollment Management Report.
May 5, 2021
Mantella says GVSU is positioned well for the future; update given on plan for racial equity and inclusion
Grand Valley is stronger and positioned well for the future after facing challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, President Philomena V. Mantella said during an April 30 virtual Board of Trustees meeting.
Apr 30, 2021
Grand Rapids LLCs offer academic, social benefits to new, transfer students
When the new Living-Learning Communities open on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus, they will follow the successful model of the six LLCs in Allendale that offer students an immersive learning experience.
Apr 28, 2021
Reach Higher 2025 hits milepost with draft Values, Mission and Vision for university
An April 26 update outlined the process so far and invited reflection on the proposed language.
Apr 26, 2021
First LEADS graduates fit state initiative to have more residents with bachelor's degrees
18 students will earn bachelor's degrees in integrative studies at the conclusion of the winter semester.
Apr 22, 2021
Battle Creek seniors earn scholarships to GVSU through partnership with W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Nearly 20 seniors from Battle Creek Central High School received partial or full scholarships to attend Grand Valley in the Fall 2021 semester.
Apr 20, 2021
Innovation Fund proposal will accelerate open educational resources
The most recent proposal to the Innovation Fund will seek to expand University Librariesý publishing capacity for open educational resources, or OER. The Innovation Fund, one of President Philomena V. Mantella's initiatives to propel Grand Valley forward, will invest specifically in proposals that cover one of the five presidential priorities outlined by Mantella.
Apr 9, 2021
Agreement with HBCU creates pathway for students, helps diversify area workforce
Grand Valley signed an agreement with an HBCU in Georgia that will support students in a master's degree program in engineering/computing and help diversify the talent pipeline for West Michigan employers.
Apr 8, 2021
Getting back to 'We': Authors discuss lessons learned from history, potential for new American upswing
The virtual presentation was part of the final installment in the Presidential Roundtable series.
Apr 6, 2021
