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GVSU will host third annual Black Boys and Men National Symposium

Keynote speakers and featured presenters are announced for the June 12-14 symposium, held at the Amway Grand Plaza.

Apr 22, 2024

Jalen Rose in a portrait against a brick wall

Office of Multicultural Affairs

Cuts at the Clock

There is more behind this campus collaboration than offering free haircuts to students.

Apr 16, 2024

Cecil Jackson gives a haircut to a student in his barber van parked on the Allendale Campus.

Office of Multicultural Affairs

Grand Valley hosts 23rd annual "Celebrating All Walks of Life" Pow Wow

The annual two-day event, a collaboration between multiple Grand Valley departments and community members, is a celebration of culture through ceremony, song, dance, feasting and socializing.

Apr 13, 2024

Layla Pigeon does the fancy shawl dance during during the 23rd "Celebrating All Walks of Life" Pow Wow April 13.

Office of Multicultural Affairs

GVSU community celebrates life of César Chávez

In honor of César Chávez Day, GVSU’s Office of Multicultural Affairs celebrated alongside students, faculty and staff to honor the life and work of Mexican American activist César Chávez.

Mar 22, 2024

Dancers from the student dance group Monarcas perform at the César Chávez celebration.

Laker Life

GVSU in photos, February 2024: Black History Month celebrations, Laker silhouettes and music, theater and dance performances

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Mar 1, 2024

Silhouette of carillon tower against a blue sky with puffy clouds.

Black History Month

Food and questions from around the world: For the Culture Quiz Bowl

Students and a few faculty and staff members flexed their Black history and cultural knowledge at the second quiz bowl.

Feb 28, 2024

students share a high five while seated at a long table, one student smiles in the middle

Black History Month

'We're creating Black history': GVSU students reflect, celebrate at kickoff Black History Month event

The Blackout: Black Student Organization Showcase was the first of several events being held as part of Black History Month at Grand Valley.

Feb 9, 2024

A group of students dances during Grand Valley's "The Blackout: Black Student Organization Showcase".

Black History Month

Grand Valley to celebrate Black History Month through series of events in February

GVSU's Office of Multicultural Affairs will host a variety of educational events allowing students to connect with Black student groups and organizations.

Jan 29, 2024

The Cook Carillon Tower surrounded by snow-covered trees.

MLK

Forge your character and build a foundation: MLK Week speaker

The Hauenstein Center and the Office of Inclusion & Equity welcomed TaRita Johnson as their event's keynote speaker as part of Grand Valley's Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Week.

Jan 19, 2024

TaRita Johnson delivers speech at DeVos Center during MLK Week

MLK

'Team Dream' advocates for more access to pools, swimming lessons

The film and panel discussion continued events during MLK Commemoration Week.

Jan 18, 2024

Ann Smith holds a microphone while seated in a chair

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