The most successful students are those who spend the 70% of their time outside of class wisely. Employers continue to look for college graduates with a wide range of experiences and leadership skills.
Students are encouraged to Become More while in college by getting involved in a wide variety of campus opportunities. The Office of Student Life has over 400+ student organizations. There are groups for everyone- from sports, to professional, to hobbies, to interfaith, and more.
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LakerLink is your way to connect to organizations, communicate with members, and explore your community.
Start a New Student Organization
If you can't find an organization that suits your interests, start your own!
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Upcoming Events
Project Blue Heart Campus Cleanup
April 19, 2024 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference? Take a break from studying and enjoy some fresh air while making campus a cleaner space. Join us on Friday, April 19th, for our campus cleanup...
LakerPalooza
April 19, 2024 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us Friday, April 19 from 5-9pm on the Kirkhof Lawn for a evening full of fun! There will be food trucks, inflatables, caricatures, airbrush tattoos, yard games, music, photo ops, fire...
Subject to Change Presents: The Sunset Show
April 19, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
All good things must come to an end at our final show of the academic year: The Sunset Show. This free event will showcase all members of the 2023-2024 Subject to Change Improv Team, featuring...
Grand Valley Elite Dance Recital
April 20, 2024 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us in celebrating our team's hard work at our annual recital! Dances choreographed by students and our amazing coach will be showcased as well as opportunities to enter and win drawings such...
IExLP Grammy Awards
April 20, 2024 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
a GVSU-styled recreation of the Grammy Awards. Organizations come together to put on individual lip-sync performances with their boards/organizations. Participants can dress up, use background...
African Ball
April 21, 2024 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The African Ball is a celebratory event that aims to showcase the rich cultural diversity of the African continent through music, dance, fashion, cuisine, and art. It's an opportunity to...
CM Summer Kickoff Gathering
May 8, 2024 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Come join us for an outdoor night of fun - free pizza, snacks, and games (cornhole, spikeball, frisbee, etc.)!!! We just want to create an opportunity for students who are staying around the...
GVSU Votes! Allendale Township Satellite Clerk's Office
July 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Allendale residents can register to vote and / or cast your absentee ballot at the Allendale Township Clerk Satellite Office! For more information: www.gvsu.edu/service RSVP on...
GVSU Votes! Allendale Township Satellite Clerk's Office
August 1, 2024 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Allendale residents can register to vote and / or cast your absentee ballot at the Allendale Township Clerk Satellite Office! For more information: www.gvsu.edu/service RSVP on...
Organization Resources
Here are numerous resources available for you to create a more impactful and engaging student organization at GVSU.
Advisor Resources
Below is a collection of Advisor's Frequently Asked Questions to help navigate the task of advising a student organization.
Organization Policies
For your convenience and reference, relevant registered student organization policies are available online.
Registered Student Organizations are a part of the Office of Student Life, which is a department of the Division of Student Affairs of Grand Valley State University.