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Hauenstein Center discussion on Constitution begins programming season

The Constitution Day event, titled "The Constitution vs. Democracy," will take place at 6 p.m. on September 17 at the DeVos Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.

Sep 13, 2024


GVSU recognized as top veteran-friendly school in Michigan

Grand Valley receives gold status by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency.

Sep 12, 2024


No. 3 Lakers head west ready for No. 22 Colorado State-Pueblo

Grand Valley (1-0) faces an early challenge in its season, heading to Colorado to meet Colorado State-Pueblo (2-0) at 8 p.m. EDT on September 14.

Sep 12, 2024


Tech Week GR to showcase Grand Valley faculty, programs

Grand Valley, the Padnos College of Engineering and the College of Computing will highlight their innovative programs and faculty during the third Tech Week GR from September 16-21 in downtown Grand Rapids.

Sep 10, 2024


GVSU research shows local economy slowing for third straight month

Data collected by a researcher from Grand Valley State University indicates the West Michigan economy is continuing its slow pace with the possibility of a recession looming on the horizon.

Sep 10, 2024


New AWRI director to begin role in January

Stuart Jones, a faculty member in the University of Notre Dame's Department of Biological Sciences, has been named the executive director of GVSU's Annis Water Resources Institute.

Sep 4, 2024


Football, women's soccer open seasons Thursday

Fans can expect to see plenty of renovations and upgrades around Lubbers Stadium this season.

Sep 3, 2024


Former Laker track and field, cross country star wins gold at Paralympics

Chris Hammer, a 2008 graduate and a 2022 inductee into the Lakers Hall of Fame, won the gold medal in the men’s PTS5 Para Triathlon on September 2 at the Paris Paralympic Games.

Sep 3, 2024


Campus comes alive: GVSU move-in 2024

After a quiet summer, Grand Valley's campuses were bursting with life once again as new and returning Lakers moved into living centers, preparing for the 2024-25 year.

Aug 29, 2024


Data shows GVSU No. 1 in nation at retaining graduates in state

Research by the Upjohn Institute shows that nearly five GVSU graduates remain in the state for every $100,000 in state funds — the best return on investment of any university in the nation.

Aug 26, 2024