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We're here to help you make the most of your college experience. Join any of our hundreds of student organizations, attend campus events, get involved in Fraternity & Sorority Life, explore civic engagement opportunities, and learn valuable leadership skills that will last a lifetime.


Students wearing matching t-shirts at the 2018 Class Photo.
Students walking away from Cook Carillon-Tower with the words "LakerLink" above their heads.
A student at a greek life information booth.

Getting involved through the Office of Student Life will help you become all that you can be, and you might just have some fun along the way too.

LakerLink is the only way to find all the Registered Student Organizations on campus from anywhere in the world. Start your student org search now!

The easiest way to become more than just another student is getting involved with the Student Life and doing so couldn't be any easier!


Student Life News

Cars create community for GV's car enthusiasts club

Article by Sitlali Padron (Lanthorn)
Photo by GVSU Car Club
March 25, 2024

Grand Valley State University’s Car Enthusiast Club made its debut one year ago, offering students passionate about cars a place to gather every Friday...

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GV's got talent announced spring concert headliner, opener

Article by Sara Bagley (Lanthorn)
Photo by GVSU Promotions Office
March 18, 2024

Grand Valley State University’s Campus Activities Board (CAB) collaborated with the Office of Student Life to host the annual Grand Valley’s Got Talent Show on March 13. For one night, student performers got the chance to showcase their hard work and talent to the rest of the student body...

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Alternative Breaks: Students provide service at organizations across the country

Article by Thomas Garrett (GVNext)
Photo by Lauren Seymour
March 12, 2024

“I have always thought about working for an organization like a shelter, and this trip has provided a great opportunity to see what this work is like and it also reinforces my love for animals,” said Jae Gauthier.

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GVSU fosters voter engagement ahead of Michigan Primary

Article by Sarah Dudinetz (GVNext)
Photo by GVSU Promotions Office
Feb. 20, 2024

With the Michigan primary approaching on February 27, Grand Valley’s Office of Student Life is working hard to ensure the campus community is prepared to participate...

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Upcoming Events

Archaeology Career Day

March 28, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Come to the Anthropology lab on March 28th to talk to alumni and archaeologists about how to get into grad school, the field, and more! RSVP on LakerLink

Mood Board Decorating

March 28, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Come decorate a mood board with some cute designs, yarn, posters, and more! Showcase your artistic abilities and decorate a board that can enhance a good mood!

International Pool Party

March 29, 2024 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Water you doing on Friday 29th of March? ;) Join us in celebrating one month left of the Winter Semester by taking a dip and attending our International Pool Party! We'll be providing...

GV Disc Golf Club Nationals Fundraiser Doubles

March 30, 2024 9:00 AM - 3:45 PM

This is the Grand Valley State Disc Golf Club fundraiser tournament for the 2024 College Disc Golf Nationals! We need a bit more help fundraising for our travel costs to get to Rock Hill, South...

Vigil for Nex Benedict - Honoring Their Memory on Trans Day of Rememberance

March 31, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Nex Benedict was a non-binary student living in Owasso, Oklahoma. Nex was attacked at school by three other students in the bathroom, and died soon after from their injuries. The three students,...

Weekly Ramadan Iftars

March 31, 2024 7:45 PM - 9:30 PM

You're Invited to Weekly Ramadan Iftars! Join us as we come together to break fast during the holy month of Ramadan. Iftar, an integral part of Ramadan, marks the breaking of the fast at sunset....

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The Office of Student Life is a department of the Division of Student Affairs of Grand Valley State University.



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