🌷 April has arrived, spring has sprung, and exams are... on their way. We hope you are taking care of yourself as you ramp up for the exam season. 

For those of you graduating this month, CONGRATULATIONS! You are on the cusp of an amazing achievement. When you have a moment, reflect on where you began and how far you've come. As you look ahead to your next steps, we hope you feel a sense of pride in the impact you have have on your program, college, and university. We are rooting for you as you embark on your next adventure. 

We know, we know, you are busy! If you do not read anything else in here, please at least glance over these important dates:

April Observance: Arab American Heritage Month

4/1 - 4/2 Express Advising

4/5 Health Program Fair #1

4/12 Health Program Fair #2

4/19 Classes End

4/19 - 4/26 EXAMS

4/25 - 4/26 Commencement

 

Keep reading for more information on:

- The Health Program Fair

- Events From the Faculty

- Campus and Community Happenings

- Observances

- Congrats to the Grads

🗓️ April 5th & 12th | ⏰ 1 - 3 PM | DCIH 102/104

Looking for plans next weekend? 👀

If you are:

Consider joining us at the Health Program Fair! 

If you need quick assistance with your 2025 - 2026 schedule, pop in to Express Advising! Advisors are at the ready to answer all of your burning questions 🫡

Learn more about a major in Health Information Management with the Program Director, Janna Pacey!

🗓️ April 15, 2025 07:00 PM 

Join Zoom Meeting

🗓️ April 17, 2025 12:00 PM

Join Zoom Meeting

🗓️ April 12th 

Join us for all the fun at our 30th Annual Wheel Run For Everyone 5k to benefit Renew Mobility!

Come out and walk, roll, jog, or wheel - all the money raised supports our vital mobility equipment program. The Doctorate in Physical Therapy students at GVSU for the past 30 years have been raising money to support our vital mission to enhance independence through access to mobility equipment.

The Wheel Run Together 5K will be in-person at the beautiful Allendale Campus!

Grand Valley State University's Student Senate works to ensure that the student voice is continually heard by the university. Student Senate recommends changes to university policy to benefit students, and constantly ensures student concerns are being considered in university decision-making. Their 50 Senators serve on one of five different committees (Allocations, Public Relations, Advocacy, Policy, or Events), each working to advance student interests in various ways.

The two seats held for CHP students are currently VACANT 😱

You can contact the Student Senate here to inquire about applying for an open seat!

 🗓️ Tuesday, April 15 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m

📍 DCIH Frey Learning Commons

Do finals have you feeling overwhelmed?  Come destress with the University Counseling Center and West Michigan Therapy Dogs!

You are finally in the home stretch! Whether you came to GVSU directly from high school, transferred in, started later, or journey here from afar, you have had an impact on this institution. 

You took the classes, joined the clubs, finished the homework, and have *almost* made it out the other side. Through late nights, early mornings, and weekend study sessions, you persevered. Maybe you made some amazing new friends, met your partner, adopted a new furry friend, or completed another wonderful milestone. Of course, there were hard things too. There were probably sick days, bad mental health days, losses, and other painful things you had to persist through to make it here. But you did it. 

In times like these when it can be difficult to feel the magnitude of our accomplishments against the stress of our exams, it can be helpful to reflect on your younger self. Picture little you, perhaps missing a couple teeth, covered in mud stains, hanging out on the swings. In your imagination, sit down next to your younger self on that swing set. Share with them how you discovered your major, did well on that test, maybe found your passion. Share you next steps, your dreams, your aspirations. I would imagine little you is smiling, and is so excited and proud of who you are. Stand up, give them a hug, and get ready to walk across that stage for you, and all the past versions of you cheering you on your way. 

Once again, congratulations. Our team is rooting for you as you embark on your next chapter! 

This Arab American Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich diversity, cultural traditions, and deep-rooted commitment to community that Arab Americans bring to our campus and beyond.

From their cultural heritage and faith to their contributions in the arts, sciences, and humanities, as well as their advocacy for social justice and equality, Arab Americans have played a vital role in shaping our nation’s history and identity.

To explore and learn more, check out the resources we’ve gathered below:

Books:

Articles and Quick Reads:

Shows and Videos: