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The Student News Site of Grand Valley State University

Grand Valley Lanthorn

The Student News Site of Grand Valley State University

Grand Valley Lanthorn

Opinion Year in Review 2025-26

Ava Ermiger, Opinion Editor Apr 20, 2026

Editorial Why it’s time to change how the Lanthorn is funded In recent years, the Lanthorn has experienced an exciting amount of audience growth and an ever-increasing interest in reputable information about student life, the University’s administration...

The case for student media funding

Dr. Len O’Kelly, School of Communications Director Apr 20, 2026

Editor’s note: Dr. Len O’Kelly is the director of the School of Communications, and the opinions expressed in this piece are his own. I experienced a bit of “déjà vu” a few days ago when a Facebook memory appeared in my feed. The April 2016...

GVL Megan Matthews

The myth of the missing half

Gabrielle Ray, Staff Writer Apr 13, 2026

I’d be a liar if I told you that people come up to me and ask about my relationship status. Luckily, it’s not a common topic of conversation anymore. Although I might have escaped the era of constantly getting pestered by the question, “Who...

GVL Vivian Lundskow

No charges, no change following Da’Quain Johnson murder

Jace Perroud, Staff Writer Apr 13, 2026

The long wait for justice in the wake of the police murder of Da’Quain Johnson came to an abrupt and disappointing end earlier this month on Thursday, April 2.  After weeks of protest and calls from Johnson’s family and the Grand Rapids community,...

GVL/Vivian Lundskow

Authenticity is the light at the end of the tunnel

Gabrielle Ray, Staff Writer Apr 6, 2026

Gen Z has grown up in inspiring times. Tools like social media allow us to find communities that support our hobbies and develop our interests in ways that were previously impossible. Although I’ve used the internet as a foundation for building new...

Courtesy John Wells

‘The Pitt’ puts a spin on medical dramas

Kaylee Schwander, Staff Writer Apr 6, 2026

Medical shows are a staple of American television, and there has certainly been no shortage of them. From the dramatic shows “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Chicago Med” to the comedic show “Scrubs,” people already have so many options to choose from....

GVL/Nuha Hussein

Now what? Reflecting on Grand Rapids ‘No Kings’

Jace Perroud, Staff Writer Apr 6, 2026

Recently, millions of people across the country took part in the “No Kings” demonstrations against the Trump administration. The March 28 demonstrations were part of the third No Kings Day since President Donald Trump took office last January....