The Shape Corp. Innovation Design Center for Engineering is part of Grand Valley State University's Padnos College of Engineering. The 63,000 square foot facility and its 2.7-acre campus not only serves as a vital resource for students, but as a catalyst for innovative partnerships between the college, companies, and community. This facility provides expanded flexible project space for our students, dedicated space to bring multiple schools together for K-12 STEM projects, and benefits our industry partners with better equipped student projects and usable spaces.
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
Each family received the Enrichment Award, an honor that recognizes significant contributions to Grand Valley through philanthropy and community service.
Jun 5, 2024
Tim Born arrived at Grand Valley in 2013. He will serve as interim dean effective June 1, when founding dean Paul Plotkowski retires.
May 14, 2024
Grand Valley hosted the Americas Competitiveness Exchange, a delegation of economic development leaders from around the globe on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus Wednesday.
May 8, 2024
When Reffeor called him asking if there was anywhere she could teach with a Ph.D., Plotkowski invited her to visit him at Grand Valley.
May 7, 2024
