Thomas J. Haas has been president of Grand Valley State University for 10 years!

Grand Valley’s fourth president is so appreciated by students, they’ve given him the affectionate nickname T. Haas. He has shown his obvious love for students by getting to know as many as he can personally, and T. Haas has created countless memories that will be cherished by the GVSU community.

Events took place to celebrate, including the T. Haas 10 City Tour. Additionally, The Tom and Marcia Haas Power of 10 Endowed Scholarship was created and is being supported by students and alumni who want to give back to their favorite university president.

Don’t forget to sign the Memory Book and leave T. Haas a congratulatory message!

T. Haas Trivia

Haas is a graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. He served two years on the USCG Cutter Acacia in Port Huron, Michigan.

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Abbey S Love 6

When a president is willing to do anything to engage students and alumni, you know he is a spectacular leader. President T. Haas has worn ugly sweaters, made snow angels in a blizzard, gotten a bucket...

Erin B Love 4

Thanks T-Haas for always coming to student events and supporting the students of Grand Valley University. Most of my friends who talk to who go to other colleges don't even know their president, and...

Robert Z Love 6

I remember T. Haas so intentional and present with students during my time at Grand Valley. My memories of him swearing me in on Student Senate, rowing at football games, and shaking hands with my...

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