Day of Giving, Women's History Month, new AI course, student clothing drive
GVSU Alumni News | March 2026 |
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Day of Giving is March 26
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Join fellow Lakers in supporting the experiences that shaped your time at GV by giving to the area that matters most to you. Not sure where to give? Gifts to the Student Support Fund will be matched $1-for-$1 through the Young Alumni Council Challenge. Give $30+ to get your exclusive GV socks to show off your Laker pride!
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Celebrating Women's History Month
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Meet Megan Hennessey ’08 & ’11, executive director of Resilience, a domestic abuse treatment center in Holland. Read our interview with Megan, then share your story in five short questions.
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Free online course: AI Literacy for Life & Work
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Artificial Intelligence is shaping how we work, learn, and live. This free, online certificate helps community members understand and responsibly use AI – no technical background or coding required.
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Help students dress for success
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GVSU is collecting gently used professional clothing through March 23 to support students preparing for the workforce. Drop off donations at the Alumni House in Allendale or the Career Center downtown.
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| | Discover your next read by a fellow Laker
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March is Reading Month – the perfect time to support alumni authors. Explore 100+ books written by fellow Lakers, from page-turning fiction and memoirs, to children’s stories, self-help, poetry, and more.
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Help us honor remarkable Lakers
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The nomination deadline for the 2026 Alumni Awards has been extended to March 13. Don’t miss your chance to recognize an alum or educator who is making a difference in their profession and community.
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| | Craft a Winning Resume virtual workshop
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In the age of AI and ATS, how can you make your resume stand out? Join career coach Abby Priebe on March 17 to learn strategies for building a compelling resume and tips to develop it as your career grows.
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GVSU’s new tech hub moves forward
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GVSU's plans to build a tech hub in Grand Rapids has been approved by the board of trustees. The new building will bring students, faculty, and technology together under one modern, collaborative space.
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Present at Black Boys & Men Symposium
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The Black Boys & Men National Symposium invites proposals from individuals and organizations. Share your impact with a national audience of educators and community leaders. Submit your proposal by April 4.
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Endless Laker love stories! We couldn’t spotlight them all, but thank you for sharing your hearts with us.
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| | To celebrate GVSU's Day of Giving on March 26, we're giving away 5 of these exclusive Lakers Give Back shirts!
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Grand Valley State University • Alumni Relations
Alumni House & Visitor Center, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI 49401
T (616) 331-6000 • alumni@gvsu.edu • gvsu.edu/alumni
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