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We offer two distinct campus experiences to enrich your academic journey. The Valley Campus in Allendale is our academic, residential, and social hub, providing a vibrant college atmosphere with abundant resources and support. The City Campus in downtown Grand Rapids includes both the Robert C. Pew and Health campuses and hosts our business, engineering, and health care professional programs. 

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Fall 2026

Mid-term Evaluations

October 12 - 16

Mid-term Grades Due from Faculty

October 20 by 12:00 pm

Mid-term Grades Available to Students

October 22

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October 25 - 27

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November 13 by 5:00 pm

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November 25 - 29

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December 12

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Goal Setting & Cider
Goal Setting & Cider
Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Walktober: October 1-31
Walktober: October 1-31
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: All Day
The ABC's of CBD & THC
The ABC's of CBD & THC
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Laker Blue Smoothies
Laker Blue Smoothies
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m.
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