Grand Valley State University (commonly referred to as GVSU, GV, or Grand Valley) is a publicliberal artsuniversity in Allendale, Michigan, United States. The university was established in 1960 and its main campus is situated on 1,322 acres (5.35 km2) approximately 12 miles (19 km) west of Grand Rapids.[3] The university also offers classes at a campus in downtown Grand Rapids, its international campus in Holland, and through Traverse City established in cooperation with local community colleges.