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Skills employers want: New York woman enrolls in GVSU program to meet changing industry needs

From her home in Buffalo, New York, Tara Daggett looked at 12 universities but none offered programs that met her needs, until she found Grand Valley's accelerated degree and certification program.

Aug 23, 2022


GVSU names facility for Shape Corp. to celebrate longtime commitment to engineering students

Grand Valley celebrated Shape Corp.'s lead gift and its longstanding commitment to engineering students by naming its Innovation Design Center for the tier-one automotive supplier.

Aug 9, 2022


REP4 summit empowers students to chart the future of higher ed

Regional summit draws 250+ students from around the Midwest

Jul 22, 2022


GVSU and REP4 Alliance featured

The piece appeared in Bridge Michigan.

Jun 30, 2022


Leaders from GVSU, Alabama State sign articulation agreement

Leaders from Grand Valley State and Alabama State universities signed an articulation agreement April 25 that establishes pathways for degree completion for ASU students who are interested in pursuing master's degrees at GVSU.

Apr 25, 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


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 earns national recognition for commitment to first-generation student success

Grand Valley was named to a cohort of similar institutions that demonstrate a commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes for this population of students.

Mar 23, 2022


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


Battle Creek center teams with nonprofits to host unique college fair

The GVSU Battle Creek Regional Outreach Center teamed with community partners in Battle Creek to host a unique college fair open to the public but geared toward special populations in the area.

Feb 22, 2022