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
Dana
Last Name
Krol
Pronouns
she/her
Email
s_krolda@gvsu.edu
Title
Graduate Assistant for Programming
Team/Area
- Programming
Website
gvsu.edu/cab
About
Dana comes to Grand Valley with a history of building community and bringing people together. Since graduating from college in 2014, Dana spent most of her time in nonprofits, living and working both abroad and in Michigan. Most recently, she worked as aa resident director at Hope College, stoking in her a love for college students and the journey they are on. In all her roles, she finds community, curiosity, and fun to be a common thread, and is excited to bring that into programming at GVSU.
StrengthsQuest Themes
Context - Positivity - Includer - Arranger - Communication
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