Jake Hall '13
My favorite memory at Grand Valley was working with the School of Engineering and College of Business.
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The Career Center is here to support you at all stages of your career: exploring options, creating a job search plan, preparing job search materials, practicing for interviews, or networking with employers and fellow alumni. We want to help you strategize, discover, and engage!
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Career Events
Alumni Webinar: Lead with Love with Jeff Doolittle
December 16, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
JCPenney Suit Up - Winter 2026
February 1, 2026 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Alumni Webinar: Burnout Proof Your Career with Kali Wolken
February 11, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
GVSU Winter 2026 Career and Internship Fair
February 19, 2026 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Student Scholars Day 2026
April 8, 2026 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Alumni Spotlights
Becky Seely '89
I remember one weekend, they went around to each room and forced us to go to the football game. I had the best time despite not wanting or planning to go!
Lewis Brody '17
My favorite memory at GVSU is being recognized by BSU as the person who spent the most time in the library for two years.
Erik Elwell '22
My favorite memories from Grand Valley are the football tailgates at Canvas with my friends.
Amanda Sebright '16
One of my favorite memories at Grand Valley was studying abroad at the Cannes Film Festival in France. The work experience and opportunity to travel abroad was unforgettable!