2024 Welcome Week (August 19 - 25) *
Check out these events you won't want to miss!
Monday, August 19
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Location |
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Affinity Group Move-in |
Monday 8/19/24 |
Assigned based on living assignment. |
Allendale Campus
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GVSU Laker Store - 25% Off Dorm Supply Sale! |
Monday 8/19/24 through 8/30/24 |
25% Off Dorm Supplies |
Tuesday, August 20
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Event |
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Location |
Learn more! |
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Allendale Move-In |
Tuesday 8/20/24 |
A move-in day will be assigned based on building/room assignment. |
Allendale Campus |
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Campus Tours with Dean of Students Office |
Tuesday 8/20/24 |
TBD |
Allendale Campus |
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Rec Center Tour/Equipment Demo |
Tuesday, 8/20/24 |
TBD |
Recreation Center - Allendale |
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North Campus Block Party |
Tuesday 8/20/24 |
8 - 10 p.m. |
Kleiner Basketball Courts |
Wednesday, August 21
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Event |
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Location |
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Allendale Move-In |
Wednesday 8/21/24 |
A move-in day will be assigned based on building/room assignment. |
Allendale Campus |
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Rec Center Tour/Equipment Demo |
Wednesday 8/21/24 |
TBD |
Recreation Center - Allendale |
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Campus Tours with Dean of Students Office |
Wednesday 8/21/24 |
TBD |
Allendale Campus |
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Teacher Education Information Session |
Wednesday 8/21/24 |
4 - 5 p.m. |
Kirkhof Center - 2204 |
Open to all students interested in teaching! |
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South Campus Block Party |
Wednesday 8/21/24 |
8-10 p.m. |
South Campus Volleyball Court |
Thursday, August 22
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Event |
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Time |
Location |
Learn more! |
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Allendale Move-in |
Thursday 8/22/24 |
A move-in day will be assigned based on building/room assignment. |
Allendale |
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Minute to Win It |
Thursday 8/22/24 |
1-3 p.m. |
TBD |
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Super Secret S'more Club |
Thursday 8/22/24 |
4-6 p.m. |
Kirkhof Center Lobby |
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Convocation |
Thursday 8/22/24 |
7 p.m. |
Fieldhouse Arena |
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Rec Center Tour/Equipment Demo |
Thursday 8/22/24 |
TBD |
Recreation Center - Allendale |
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Class of 2028 Class Photo |
Thursday 8/22/24 |
8 p.m. immediately after Convocation |
Lubbers Stadium |
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Meijer Back to College Event |
Thursday 8/22/24 |
8 p.m. - midnight |
Pick-up locations in Lot C |
Friday, August 23
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Event |
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Time |
Location |
Learn more! |
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Allendale Move-In |
Friday, 8/23/24 |
A move-in day will be assigned based on building/room assignment. |
Allendale Campus |
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Downtown Campus Move-In |
Friday 8/23/24 |
TBD |
Downtown Pew Campus |
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How to Laker Breakfast |
Friday 8/23/24 |
10 a.m. - noon |
Kirkhof Center Grand River Room |
How to Laker Session Topics: How to Get Involved - hosted by Student Life Campus Safety - hosted by GVPD My Laker Success - hosted by the Student Success Network |
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Ride the Laker Line! |
Friday 8/23/24 |
Noon-3 p.m. |
Pew Campus station under 131 |
GVSU Transportation Services invites students to embark on a journey of exploring downtown Grand Rapids via the Laker Line. By exploring local landmarks, businesses, and the Pew Campus area, Lakers will not only become more comfortable with riding the Laker Line but will be introduced to the diverse offerings that make the Grand Rapids area a welcoming home for GVSU students. Hop on Laker Line at the Mackinaw or Kirkhof stops and head to Pew Campus Station under 131 to get free swag and an ice cream! |
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Social Justice Centers Block Party |
Friday 8/23/24 |
Noon - 2 p.m. |
Kirkhof Center Lobby |
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Traveling Career Quiz |
Friday 8/23/24 |
1 - 3 p.m. |
Outside near Kleiner (North Campus) |
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Campus Tours with Dean of Students Office |
Friday 8/23/24 |
TBD |
Allendale Campus |
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TRIO Orientation |
Friday 8/23/24 |
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Laker Kickoff and RecFest! |
Friday 8/23/24 |
Evening - exact time TBD |
Kirkhof Lawn |
Saturday, August 24
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IFC Welcome Week Block Party |
Saturday 8/24/24 |
TBD |
TBD |
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Tie Dye Event hosted by Campus Activities Board (CAB) |
Saturday 8/24/24 |
TBD |
TBD |
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Annual Beach Clean Up |
Saturday 8/24/24 |
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
Kirkhof Center Pick Up/Grand Haven State Park |
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Ultimate Frisbee & Yard Games |
Saturday 8/24/24 |
7- 10 p.m. |
Field 1 |
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Move on the Field |
Saturday 8/24/24 |
8 - 10 p.m. |
Lubbers Stadium |
Sunday, August 25
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Event |
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Time |
Location |
Learn more! |
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Campus Tours with Dean of Students Office |
Sunday 8/25/24 |
TBD |
Allendale Campus |
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Campus Life Night |
Sunday 8/25/24 |
6 - 8 p.m. |
Parking Lot H1 Near Kirkhof Center |
*All events are taking place on the Allendale campus, unless otherwise noted.*