Grand Valley State University is a public university in Allendale, Michigan. It was established in 1960 as Grand Valley State College. Its main campus is situated on 1,322 acres, approximately 12 miles west of Grand Rapids. GVSU offers over 200 areas of study, including 82 undergraduate majors and 36 graduate programs that include 74 graduate emphases and certificate programs at the certificate, bachelor's, post-bachelor's, master's, post-master's, and doctoral levels.
At Grand Valley State University, we empower learners in their pursuits, professions, and purpose. The university enriches society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, an advancement of equity, and public service.
The GVSU Lakers compete at the NCAA Division II level and offer 22 varsity sports, including 12 for women and 10 for men. The university participates in and is a founding member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC). The Grand Valley State University Department of Athletic and Recreation Facilities Management strives to provide the campus and surrounding communities with quality facilities and experiences that promote a healthy lifestyle through academics, competitive athletics, fitness, and recreation.