GVSU Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (OURS)

05/27/2026

Goldwater Scholar recipient, Marcos Sanson, studying - and contributing to - advances in AI in aerospace.

Computer science major interns with U.S. Air Force, earns competitive scholarship

05/27/2026

Goldwater Scholarship recipient Marcos Sanson - https://www.gvsu.edu/.../taking-ai-research-to-new... - studying - and making innovative contributions to - AI in aerospace.

04/29/2026

The 30th Annual Student Scholars Day (2026) - that's a wrap!

04/22/2026

Fantastic story from GVSU Swimming and Diving about the five Grand Valley State student-athletes–Pablo Garcia, Moritz Hesse, Mackenzie Ford, Brianna Rhodea, and Koby Fraaza–who presented research they have been working on for more than a year on Student Scholars Day, Wednesday, April 8,2026. Congratulations to these accomplished student athletes! We love showcasing our students' accomplishments!

ALLENDALE, Mich. — Five Grand Valley State student-athletes–Pablo Garcia, Moritz Hesse, Mackenzie Ford, Brianna Rhodea, and Koby Fraaza–had the opportunity to present research they have been working on for more than a year on Wednesday, April 8, sharing it on a large stage in front of professo...

04/08/2026

Congratulations to all of our student participants, faculty mentors and the staff, students and faculty who worked behind the scenes to make this 30th Annual Student Scholars Day a reality. So proud of all of our student researchers and creative artists!

What began in 1996 as an initiative within the Science and Mathematics Division has blossomed into an annual, campuswide celebration of student research across all disciplines.

04/06/2026

Student Scholars Day is almost here!

04/01/2026

GVSU Students!!! You can still RSVP for this free breakfast event on Tuesday, April 8 (the start of Student Scholars Day)! The Employer Panel is a special event within Student Scholars Day that connects students with employers who actively seek candidates with undergraduate research experience.

The panel will highlight local employers committed to hiring students engaged in research and offer valuable insights into how research skills translate to key workplace competencies. Additionally, the event provides a unique opportunity for students to network with potential employers while hearing inspiring success stories from former students who have successfully transitioned from research to professional roles in the community.

Date: Wednesday April 8, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 10:00am
Location: Kirkhof Event Center, Pere Marquette 2204
Co-Sponsored with the GVSU Career Center

03/30/2026

So proud of our undergraduate researchers! Lola Piper has received the Goldwater Scholarship award for 2026-2027 academic year. GVSU is on a roll!

Hooray! A GVSU student has received the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship award! Lola Piper '27, Cell & Molecular Bio major, is a Goldwater! She is one of 454 students awarded across the United States.

Here's the key blurb from the Goldwater website: "From an estimated pool of over 5,000 college sophomores and juniors, 1,485 students majoring in science, engineering, and mathematics were nominated by 482 academic institutions to compete for the 2026 Goldwater Scholarships. Among the students who reported, 226 are men, 217 are women, and nearly all intend to pursue a PhD as their highest degree. Of the awardees, 54 Scholars plan to pursue research careers in mathematics and computer science, 237 in the sciences, 98 in medicine, and 65 in engineering and materials research." Much to celebrate! This is a testament to the strength of our undergraduate research program, the brilliance of highly driven, outstanding students, and the dedication of faculty research mentors.

03/30/2026

GVSU students! Are you preparing for the 30th Annual Student Scholars Day? The Knowledge Market is here to support you as you work on your posters and presentations with feedback and resources! SSD Nights at the Knowledge Market are happening on the Allendale and Pew campuses - see below for specifics. :)

03/28/2026

Tabling for OURS! An OURS Ambassador preparing to talk with prospective students and parents.

02/05/2026

GVSU Students - Registration for Student Scholars Day opens on Monday, February 9, 2026! Register to present your research at SSD - this is a fabulous way to showcase your achievement!