I am Grand Valley 2025

What Is "I am Grand Valley"?

The I am Grand Valley awards, presented by the Office of Student Life, recognize Grand Valley students who lead by example. Since 2003, Grand Valley has celebrated these students for their leadership, dedication, and hard work here at Grand Valley. Recipients include student employees, leaders in student organizations, resident assistants, students that excel in the classroom, and more. Students can be nominated by anyone in the Grand Valley community through a noncompetitive process. I am Grand Valley is an opportunity to thank and honor the student leaders here at Grand Valley and celebrate what it means to be a Laker.

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Student name list
two women and a man at the I am Grand Valley photo booth.

Nominations are open throughout the semester, allowing students to be recognized in real-time for their outstanding contributions. At the end of each month, nominated students will receive an email notifying them of their nomination, along with an electronic certificate featuring a detailed description of why they were nominated and who nominated them. To ensure the recognition is meaningful, nominators are encouraged to provide a thoughtful and detailed explanation of why they are nominating the student. Please note that the nomination you provide will appear on the certificate exactly as you write it. 

All nominees will also be invited to the End of the Year I Am Grand Valley Reception on April 14, where we will come together to honor and celebrate the impact of these exceptional student leaders. This nomination process is open to everyone in the Grand Valley community—join us in recognizing the Lakers who inspire us all! Nominations are accepted through April 1.

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I am Grand Valley Recipients

I am Grand Valley: Ben

Ben talks about his experiences at Grand Valley State University

I am Grand Valley: Rachel

Rachel talks about her experiences at Grand Valley State University

I am Grand Valley: Savannah

Savannah talks about her experiences at Grand Valley State University

I am Grand Valley: Hazim

Hazim talks about his experiences at Grand Valley State University

I am Grand Valley: Dawson

Dawson talks about his experiences at Grand Valley State University

I am Grand Valley: Amanda

Amanda discusses her time at Grand Valley State University.

I am Grand Valley: Ayah

Ayah shares her impact with students at GVSU.

I am Grand Valley: Sam

Sam expresses his memories with Grand Valley.



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