September 2024 CHP eNews
September 2024 CHP eNews
Grand Valley State University

Welcome Back!

Happy Thursday Lakers 💙⚓️
Our CHP Student Services Office team is excited to welcome you back to campus for another year of learning and growth. 
If you need any assistance with your academic schedule, or just navigating all things GVSU, stop into CHS 113 or contact us at:
📞: (616) 331-5900
📧: chpss@gvsu.edu
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TLDR: Too Long, Didn't Read

We get it. 

Newsletters are too long and boring, right 👀?

While we love a good newsletter (and will keep sending it to you), we know you are busy! Here are the things you NEED to know this month:

DATES

8/26-8/30 Express Advising Available in Allendale
8/30 Add/Drop Courses for a full refund
9/2  Labor Day Recess (Office Closed)
9/20 Credit/No Credit Deadline
9/20 75% Refund Deadline

SOCIALS

For more frequent updates on all things CHP, follow us:
📸: Instagram @gvsuchp
👍: Facebook @gvsuchpsso

KEEP READING FOR INFORMATION ON:

- Express Advising
- Course Openings
- Volunteer Opportunites
- Campus Happenings
- Career Development
CHP Student Services Office Happenings
Express Advising Thursday and Friday in Kirkhof 1142 from 9 AM to 4 PM (Lunch Break at 12 PM)

Express Advising This Week

Express advising is first come first serve and offers 10-15 minute scheduling assistance for 2024/2025 classes. These sessions are for students in CHP majors or switching to a CHP major.  
Express advising will be held from Monday, August 26th to Friday, August 30th from 9 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 4 PM in Kirkhof 1142.
Course Openings

Interested in Communication Sciences and Disorders?

There is still time to register for CSD 100 - INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION DISORDERS. This course provides an overview of the sciences associated with communication and an introduction to how various disorders affect communication. You can also learn about two exciting professions, speech-language pathology, and audiology.
If you are interested in working in the field of communication sciences and disorders or just want to explore, this course might be a great fit for you!
Stop by express advising today or tomorrow for help getting added to this course!
Volunteer Opportunities

Mary Free Bed College Volunteer Program

Mary Free Bed’s college student volunteer program is great for undergraduate students looking to gain insight into their chosen careers and exposure to a hospital setting. This program can accommodate students interested in occupational therapy, physical therapy, and recreational therapy. They also have limited opportunities in some niche areas, including pain rehabilitation, orthopedic rehab, aquatic recreational therapy, and nursing.

Apply here!

For any questions, email volunteer@maryfreebed.com.

Munson Medical Center Emergency Department Seeking Volunteers!

Munson Medical Center Emergency Department is looking for volunteers to greet our patients, round in the waiting room and patient rooms, and fill a variety of other roles. This is a great opportunity to volunteer a few hours of your time to get to know our community and Emergency Department, and make a difference for our patients, their loved ones, and our Emergency Department team!

Visit the Munson Healthcare website or email MHC-Volunteersvcs@mhc.net  to learn more.  
Campus Happenings

GVSU Leads the Way

GVSU offers the highest return on Michigan taxpayer dollars in the state, according to new research reported on by Washington Monthly.
👏🎓 With one of the state’s highest graduation rates, Grand Valley connects its students to the local community and retains more graduates than any other public university in Michigan.

Read more about this report and why GVSU graduates are driving Michigan's economy: https://gvsu.edu/s/2PV

Global Laker Festival

Wednesday, September 4th

📍Kirkhof Lawn 12-3 PM
All staff and students are welcome to join us for lawn games, international music, snacks, and other activities in front of the clock tower!
- TIE-DYE a free global laker t-shirt (first come first serve).
- FREE ice cream!
*** FOOD TRUCK! *** by Casa De Los Abuelos (Salvadoran/Mexican food)

Study Abroad Fair

📍Grand River Room, 2250 Kirkhof Center
⏰ Wednesday, September 18th, 10 AM to 3 PM
Learn More!
Career Development

EMPLOYER SHOWCASE: LAKESHORE HOME HEALTH CARE SERVICES

⏰ Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM 

📍Daniel and Pamella DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health Lobby

DESCRIPTION
Stop by the Daniel and Pamella DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health Lobby anytime between 9:30 am and 2 pm to meet representatives from Lakeshore Home Health Care Services!

Students can stop by for a casual conversation with professionals (no suits required!) to:

- Learn what it's like to work at their organization
- Hear about internship and career opportunities
- Connect with employers and begin building your network

Mark your calendar and be sure to stop by on your way to class.  No suits, no lines, no stress!

EMPLOYER SHOWCASE: SUNSET SENIOR COMMUNITIES

⏰ Wednesday, September 18, 2024 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM 

📍 Henry Hall Atrium

DESCRIPTION

Stop by the Henry Hall Atrium anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Sunset Senior Communities!

Students can stop by for a casual conversation with professionals (no suits required!) to:

- Learn what it's like to work at their organization
- Hear about internship and career opportunities
- Connect with employers and begin building your network

Mark your calendar and be sure to stop by on your way to class.  No suits, no lines, no stress!
Staff Celebrations

Staff Birthdays

August 27th - Johanna's Birthday
September 9th - Kennedy's Birthday
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