We are the Office of Student Life
Mission
We empower students to discover their passions while building inclusive communities of belonging through experiential learning in campus programming, civic engagement, and student organizations.
Vision
Through transformative experiences, all learners will create lifelong memories, develop transferable skills, and be prepared to lead with integrity in a dynamic society.
Our Values
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND JUSTICE: We advocate for all students to have access to resources and equity in opportunity.
CONNECTION AND BELONGING: We support students in building meaningful relationships and communities of belonging.
DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT: We inspire students to discover meaning and purpose as they engage, learn and grow.
FUN AND ENJOYMENT: We design fun and unforgettable GVSU traditions that instill Laker Pride.
COLLABORATION: We partner across campus and communities to enhance the student experience.
Staff Directory
First Name
Leah
Last Name
Erben
Pronouns
She/they
Email
erbenle@gvsu.edu
Title
Marketing Communications Manager
Team/Area
- Promotions Office
- Marketing
Website
gvsu.edu/promotions
Office Phone
(616) 331-2358
About
Leah Erben graduated from Grand Valley in 2021 with a B.A. in Writing; she minored in advertising and public relations as well as digital studies. As a GVSU student, Leah worked in the Promotions Office as a writer and later the editorial project manager. She was also president of her beloved student organization, Subject to Change. Through these experiences, Leah developed a passion for strengthening student involvement on campus and for helping students find their community. Now, Leah leads all Student Life marketing efforts, co-manages the Promotions Office, and assists with divisional marketing initiatives.
In her free time, Leah obsesses about all things comedy-related (TV shows, comedy writing, improv, and Conan O'brien) and drinks lots of coffee. She also loves creative writing, being very tall (6’3”, if you're wondering), and spending quality time with her cats, Howie and Goose.
StrengthsQuest Themes
Developer - Empathy - Connectedness - Input - Belief
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