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Welcome GVSU's Newest Lakers This Fall
Let's rally together and show our newest Lakers what it's like to be a part of the Grand Valley family! Come out to Allendale during Freshmen Move-In on August 22 and help students get settled into their new homes. You can volunteer from 9:30-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-2:30 p.m. All volunteers receive a free meal, an exclusive t-shirt, and bottomless water and Gatorade.
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| Alumni in 10
In 10 questions, we caught up with alum, Jim Meernik, '85. We learned about his professional journey since graduation, his Laker pride all the way in Texas, and his traveling experiences that instrumentally changed his life.
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Help Us Recognize Outstanding Lakers
Nominations are now open for the Distinguished Alumni Award, Outstanding Educator Award, and Young Alumni Award! These presitgious awards recognize alumni and faculty members who are making outstanding contributions to society and the Grand Valley community. The winners are selected by a panel of members of the Alumni Association Board of Directors.
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Share Your Liberal Education Story
Longtime Professor of Philosophy and Liberal Studies, Stephen Rowe, is conducting research on the history of liberal education at GVSU. He is seeking short statements from alumni on "My experience with liberal education at GVSU..." If you are interested in participating, please respond to the prompt by October 1, 2016 with statements or questions.
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Alumni Volunteer Opportunity
If you are an alum who graduated in or before 1982 and are looking for an opportunity to serve as a Laker for a Lifetime, then GVSU Parking is in need of your help. Now is your chance to direct, guide, and educate future Lakers about parking on campus while giving back! Contact Dray Garrett at (616) 332-2927. The program runs August 22-September 23.
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| Share the Laker Effect on the River
Share your Laker Effect with the Grand Rapids community by spending a Saturday morning at the 13th Annual Mayors' Grand River Cleanup hosted by the West Michigan Environmental Action Council. Join the effort on September 10 from 8:30a.m. - 1:00 p.m. to connect with fellow alumni and give back to the community. Please click below or contact jkovalcik@downtowngr.org for more information.
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| Wherever You're at, We've Got You CoveredWhether you are a new graduate, a single professional, or providing for a family, the GVSU Alumni Association's insurance program could have the perfect coverage for you. A wide variety of plans provide you with quality care and options to meet your individual needs.
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Podcast for Common Ground Viewpoints
The Hauenstein Center has launched a new podcast to discuss finding common ground between conservative and progressive viewpoints on issues including history, politics, culture, the arts, and more. This podcast entitled Common Ground will feature academics, historians, thinkers, and authors.
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Be The 'Laker Effect:' A Student Article
More than a physical place to learn and grow, Grand Valley is truly a force of nature, a community of people - students, alumni, and faculty and staff members - dedicated to making lasting contributions and a powerful difference in the world around us. This is the Laker Effect. Read an article from our student newspaper, the Grand Valley Lanthorn, about the Laker Effect and all the opportunities our students have.
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Grand Valley Recognized for Veteran Support
In June, Grand Valley was honored for its work with the Michigan Veteran Education Initiative. The initiative helps student veterans transition from the military to college life. Grand Valley received gold status — the highest status — from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency for its commitment to veterans and dependents of the G.I. Bill.
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Representing Laker Blue at Olympic Trials
Three Laker alums competed at the Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon, in early July. Betsy Graney participated in the 3,000M steeplechase, Kristen Hixson competed in the pole vault, and Darien Thorton took part in the hammer throw. All three were Division II National Champions during their GVSU careers, and all three strongly represented Laker blue!
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| The Selgo Stop
After two decades of his champion leadership, Tim Selgo retired. He reflects on his time as the Athletic Director of Grand Valley and the culmination of the GV sports programs in his last blog post as the Athletic Director.
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Laker Blood Runs Deep
“Grand Valley would not be the university it is without the participation of alumni, community members, and faculty. I want fellow alumni to know that when they give, they are supporting students to have the same amazing experience they did.”
- Megan Koops-Fisher ’07, & ’08. Read her story, and her entire Laker alum family story, here! You can join Megan in giving back by clicking below.
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