Office of Student Life

Photos and video: GVSU move-in week 2019

New and returning Grand Valley students received a helping hand from more than 700 volunteers who carried furniture, boxes and other personal items into living centers during move-in August 19-21. 

Aug 22, 2019


Move-in begins August 19, President Mantella to participate in her first Convocation

Hundreds of students, faculty, staff members and alumni will help more than 6,000 new and returning students move to campus August 19-21. President Philomena V. Mantella will welcome students and their families as they move into residence halls across campus. Faculty and staff members will distribute ice cream throughout the week.

Aug 12, 2019


53 colleges visit campus for Alternative Breaks school

Grand Valley's Alternative Breaks program hosted students and faculty members from 53 colleges and universities June 23-28 on the Allendale Campus.

Jul 5, 2019


GVSU to host Michigan Student Voter Engagement Summit

Student voter engagement, education and turnout efforts are just a few of the topics on the agenda for more than 100 representatives from colleges and universities across the state when they come together May 10 at Grand Valley State University.

May 7, 2019


President Haas, Marcia Haas honored by students during Haasta La Vista

About 1,500 students packed the Fieldhouse Arena April 19 to honor President Thomas J. Haas and his wife, Marcia Haas, for their 13 years of service to the university.

Apr 23, 2019


Brian Kelly, DeVoses among GVSU commencement speakers

Prominent community philanthropists, a football coach and a lifelong educator will give commencement addresses at Grand Valley's three ceremonies April 26-27 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids.

Apr 22, 2019


McIntosh earns national recognition

Kevin McIntosh, coordinator of Campus Interfaith Resources, was recognized for his work on campus by a national Jewish foundation dedicated to empowering young people.

Mar 5, 2019


GVSU again named a voter friendly campus

Grand Valley has been selected as one of 123 universities across the country to receive a Voter Friendly Campus designation for 2019-20. 

Mar 1, 2019


'Level Up Lakers' theme set for Sibs and Kids weekend

Sibs and Kids Weekend - a Grand Valley tradition - invites young family members of students, faculty and staff to enjoy a weekend full of activities January 25-27.

Jan 23, 2019


Students protest proposed Title IX changes

Grand Valley students held a rally and silent march January 16 to protest the U.S. Department of Education's proposed Title IX changes related to sexual assault.

Jan 16, 2019