Laker Life


Campus comes alive: GVSU move-in 2024

After a quiet summer, Grand Valley's campuses were bursting with life once again as new and returning Lakers moved into living centers, preparing for the 2024-25 year.

Aug 29, 2024


Move-in week closes with Pew Grand Rapids Campus

GVSU wrapped up its move-in week Aug. 23 on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus. After four days of organized chaos on the Allendale campus, there was something markedly different about move-in downtown.

Aug 23, 2024


Convocation speakers to new students: 'It's your turn'

Speakers during the Convocation ceremony gave their interpretations of what a Grand Valley education means and offered advice and encouragement to new students who gathered in the Fieldhouse Arena.

Aug 22, 2024


Allendale Campus once again filled with Lakers, energy

Move-in was focused on the Allendale Campus first; downtown's turn is later in the week.

Aug 21, 2024


Speed friending, s'mores and Campus Life Night: How to make new friends during GVSU Welcome Week

Welcome Week kicks off with a calendar full of events to help students get involved on campus and make new friends.

Aug 19, 2024


What's new at GVSU: 6 things for Lakers to know this year

Meet the Laker Dock, changes to Lubbers Stadium and so much more.

Aug 19, 2024


GVSU in Photos, July 2024: Chalk talk, reimagined learning and a protective web

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Aug 1, 2024


Q&A with Holly Jasinski, new Director of the Center for Women and Gender Equity

Coming from the world of nonprofits, Holly Jasinski is focusing on elevating collaboration and student voices at the CWGE.

Jul 18, 2024