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Damon Arnold, director of the Laker Academic Success Center, facilitated
a luncheon with current students, alumni and members of the university’s
founding families to discuss how Grand Valley has evolved over the
years. (Kyle Bultman)
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Before the football game against Davenport University, Lakers enjoyed
the new Alumni Welcome Tent and Beer Garden.
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President Philomena V. Mantella mingled with alumni at the new Alumni
Welcome Tent. (Valerie Wojciechowski)
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Alumni and guests enjoyed a morning brunch panel discussion celebrating
50 years of global education.