You've almost officially survived your first week of classes! We hope you’re looking forward to the rest of the year and we can’t wait to see what you accomplish. Anchor up!

Want to get involved in Greek Life, but aren’t sure how? Come Meet the Greeks! Explore the variety of chapters and councils that Grand Valley has to offer. Your future brother or sisterhood is waiting for you!

Kick off the semester with a sunset yoga experience! Recreation & Wellness yoga instructors will lead you through a relaxing practice as the sun sets over Lubbers Stadium. 

Looking to relieve the stress of the first week of classes? Come watch magician Daniel Martin and levitate into the weekend feeling mystified!

This Labor Day, head to the tennis, basketball, and sand volleyball courts outside of the Kelly Sports Center for the Labor Day Cookout. Eat FREE FOOD, play games, and meet fellow Lakers. What more could you ask for?

For a chance to immerse yourself in new cultures, check out the Global Laker Festival! Don’t miss out on FREE ice cream and t-shirts, tie dye, lawn games, and live African music. 

Can’t get enough of Laker Welcome events? Well, it’s not over yet! Don’t miss events like Silent Disco, the first home football game, and MORE.

Student organizations are BACK! Don't miss special upcoming events like an Ice Cream Social with Alternative Breaks, Game Night with African Student Council, a Volleyball Tournament with Alzheimer's Awareness Club, and more. 

The start of the new semester may feel exciting, but it also might make you feel overwhelmed or anxious. If your emotions begin to get in the way of your life, remember that the University Counseling Center is here to support you. To get started, you can make an online appointment or call (616) 331-3266. They also offer Let’s Talk, a free drop-in counseling program for GVSU students. 

If you feel like there’s a void to fill in your streaming service collection, look no further. PBS has hundreds of hours of streaming entertainment waiting for you. GVSU students can download the app for free on their smart TV or Roku. Not only will you find PBS programs, but you can also watch locally produced WGVU programs! Support the content produced by GVSU alumni and download the PBS app.