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The Aug. 28 event on the Valley Campus featured festivities at Lubbers Stadium, a lawn party and more.
After 17 weeks of training, the Grand Valley State University Police Academy's summer cadre celebrated their graduation. The academy's 24 recruits, their instructors and their families filled the Louis Armstrong Theatre on August 26.
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As students head back to campus and GVSU comes to life, here are 10 things that every incoming Laker should know.
James Moyer worked with three university presidents to help expand GVSU's footprint before retiring in 2018.
K-12 educators from Grand Valley-authorized charter public schools spent two days at the Ron Clark Academy, exploring new approaches to student engagement, leadership and school culture.
Mantella opened the annual University Address with a quote from former GVSU President Arend "Don" Lubbers saying, “GVSU is always becoming.”
Honor is given to exceptional leaders whose dedication to professional excellence, community service, and empowerment of women exemplifies the highest standards of leadership and mentorship
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