Civic Engagement at GVSU
Preparing students to become active, global citizens who are committed to a life of community engagement and democratic participation.
-Margaret Mead
Upcoming Events
5 Days of Service - Advocating for Animals
March 19, 2024 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Help support animals by making DIY toys and blankets for the Humane Society of West Michigan. For more information on this event, as well as other 5 Days of Service Events, visit www.gvsu.edu/service/5days....
5 Days of Service - Cultivating Community: Meals on Wheels
March 20, 2024 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join Meals on Wheels in decorating lunch bags to brighten the day of those who receive assistance from the organization. For more information on the event, as well as other 5 Days of Service events,...
5 Days of Service - Cultivating Community: Letters Against Depression
March 20, 2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join one of GVSU's student orgs, Connections Through Conversations, in writing letters to people who are struggling with depression as well as make "hugs" (bracelets, pictures, bookmarks,...
Politics in Color
March 20, 2024 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
This event aims to be a dynamic and inclusive kick off civic engagement event hosted at Grand Valley State University, bringing together students, faculty, and the wider community to foster...
5 Days of Service - Nurturing Nature: Campus Clean Up & Yard Yoga
March 21, 2024 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Help make GVSU's Allendale campus cleaner, then participate in a yoga session on the Kirkhof Lawn. If poor weather occurs, yoga will be taking place in Kirkhof Center Fusion South seating area....
5 Days of Service - Pick your Passion: Kids Food Basket
March 22, 2024 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Help decorate lunch bags for Kids' Food Basket's for their lunch bag drive. For more information on the event, as well as other 5 Days of Service events, visit www.gvsu.edu/service/5days. RSVP...
Recognition
2020 Presidential Election "Gold Campus"
Excellence in Student Voter Engagement
2018 Midterm Election "Gold Campus"
Excellence in Student Voter Engagement
2016 Presidential Election "Bronze Campus"
Excellence in Student Voter Engagement
2020-2021
Voter Friendly Campus!
2019 NASPA Civic Learning Democratic
Engagement Collaborative Program Award
2019 NASPA Gold Excellence Award
GVSU Votes!