University Initiatives
GVSU celebrates Thompson Foundation for decades of helping students achieve goals
The university celebrated the Thompsons and their foundation for their philanthropy on October 18 with the dedication of the Bob and Ellen Thompson Student Success Center, in the Kirkhof Center.
Oct 18, 2024
Partnerships with two Northern Michigan colleges will help students advance their careers
Two partnerships have been finalized with Kirtland Community College in Roscommon and Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City.
Oct 16, 2024
Fifth Third Foundation and GVSU announce commitment to student-designed financial literacy tool
The Fifth Third Foundation has committed nearly $2 million to a financial literacy tool called FinLit designed by and for Gen Z to help students learn about money management.
Oct 8, 2024
Alumni, students provide high-tech preview of Joan Secchia Children's Rehabilitation Hospital using VR
360-degree video experience helps attendees at groundbreaking see in and around future downtown Grand Rapids landmark
Aug 16, 2024
Omni from GVSU expands with programming from Starr Commonwealth
Omni from GVSU is continuing its mission to help Michiganders further their careers by expanding course offerings and training in trauma-informed care through a partnership with Starr Commonwealth.
Aug 12, 2024
Mintline brings vast educational experience to new Omni role in Detroit
Shawntae Mintline is the new director of Southeast Michigan, where she will help expand GVSU Omni partnerships and programs in that region.
Aug 8, 2024
GVSU in Photos, July 2024: Chalk talk, reimagined learning and a protective web
See the images that caught our eye in the last month.
Aug 1, 2024
Empowering student voices at the REP4 Midwest Regional Summit
High schoolers from across Michigan gathered on July 24 and 25 to empower their own education at the 2024 REP4 Midwest Regional Summit.
Jul 25, 2024
GVSU expands programming in Battle Creek with $10 million grant from W.K. Kellogg Foundation
The three-year grant will expand educational opportunities for residents and renovate the Kendall Center to accommodate programs.
Jun 3, 2024
Laker Accelerated Talent Link successes celebrated as first cohort finishes, moves ahead
Students also gave presentations on their experiences to those who attended the May 23 event.
May 23, 2024
