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From rocket design to AI, research program gives undergrads a boost

Students aren't just watching lectures and taking notes at GCU. They're also delving into intriguing research, from investigating how artificial intelligence might be used to […]

How GCU has embraced the most vulnerable populations

When the community looks for a partner to help serve vulnerable populations, GCU has stepped up. The University has wrapped its arms around such groups […]

Sociology graduate paves a new way after a difficult upbringing

After battling homelessness, addiction and gang affiliation for years, Tanya Alegria never thought it would be possible for her life to turn around. Now she […]

Exhibiting sheer grit, museum CEO earns doctoral degree

By day, Dr. Chevy Humphey is the CEO of Chicago’s colossus Museum of Science and Industry, where she dreamed of working ever since her first […]

Critical Mass hits a high note at Commencement

Photos by Ralph Freso Caps soar, confetti rains down from the ceiling, cheers spill into Grand Canyon University's Global Credit Union Arena, and Critical Mass […]

Navy vet, cancer survivor sharpens her 'bloodhound's sense' for tech at GCU

Mercedes Rangel served for eight years in the Navy, most of them on the USS Carl Vinson aircraft supercarrier. But then her life took an […]

Where the wild horses hang out – and other natural sciences projects

Photos by Ralph Freso People aren’t the only ones who hang out by the water cooler. As it turns out, horses do, too. That was […]

Engineering, technology capstones geared for innovation

Photos by Ralph Freso Watching videos on social media, Grand Canyon University biomedical engineering senior Karsten Brandsma saw rock climbers getting injured. But the most […]

Unflappable students celebrated at '20s-themed Honors Banquet

The Honors College wrapped up the academic year – a year in which the college celebrated its 10th anniversary – with its annual Honors Banquet. […]