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Homecoming: 5 reasons to get excited!

Homecoming is back on November 8 with events happening all week long. This year’s celebration is packed with ways to reconnect, cheer on the Lakers, and make memories. Here’s your insider’s guide to the can’t-miss highlights:

#1 Alumni Homecoming Tailgate

Join us on November 8 before the game to celebrate with fellow alumni and catch up with friends! Enjoy grab-and-go snacks, food trucks, yard games, family activities, and more. Grab a drink in the Alumni Tailgate Tent (while supplies last). RSVP to claim your 2 FREE drink tickets!

RSVP for the Tailgate

 

#2 Ticket + Hoodie Package

Get ready to cheer on the Lakers in style! Snag your ticket to the GVSU vs. Michigan Tech game, plus an exclusive GVSU Alumni hoodie. All yours for $45, shipping included. Order by October 17 to score this deal. Only need the hoodie? You can also order it separately!

Get your ticket + hoodie

#3 Alumni Shuttle Buses

Traveling from the Detroit or Traverse City area? Ride with fellow Lakers! For $15 you get round-trip transportation to Allendale plus a GVSU swag bag. BYOB for the ride. (Football tickets sold separately.)

To reserve the shuttle, RSVP for the Alumni Homecoming Tailgate. You'll have the option to add a shuttle to your ticket. Spots are limited, reserve yours today!

Book your seat with Tailgate RSVP

#4 Host a watch party

Can't make it to campus this Homecoming? Bring the celebration to you! Host a watch party with friends, family, and fellow Lakers. We’ll send you a box of GV swag to make your gathering game-day ready.

Get your Event in a Box

#5 Share your Laker story

While you're on campus on November 8, stop by the Alumni House & Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. to warm up, enjoy a beverage, pick up some alumni swag, and share your Laker story with us! No RSVP needed – just drop in!

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Check out all the events, schedule details, and more at gvsu.edu/homecoming.



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