Homecoming, Laker crowned Miss Michigan, Tech Week, John Ball Zoo, and more
GVSU Alumni News | September 2025 |
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Get ready for Homecoming!
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Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 8. Homecoming is back! Reconnect at the Class of 1975 Reunion, celebrate our Alumni Award winners, soak up the tailgate energy, and cheer on the Lakers against Michigan Tech. Don’t miss a day full of Laker pride and tradition.
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Laker crowned Miss Michigan USA
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Michele Lewandoski ’24 was named Miss Michigan USA after her third run for the title. The Norton Shores native studied psychology at GVSU. Michele hopes to use her platform to inspire young girls to build confidence.
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Take charge of your financial future
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Our Financial Sense webinars explore key topics like family planning for higher education, buying your first house, and debt management. Sessions are offered monthly on Zoom from 12–1 p.m. ET starting September 30.
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Tech Week brings innovators in health, tech, and AI to the stage for rapid-fire talks that will spark your curiosity. Don’t miss Health & Technology on Sept. 16 and AI & Human-Centered Design on Sept. 18 at the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
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GVSU Alumni Day at the Zoo
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On September 20, join fellow Lakers and their families for a roaring good time at John Ball Zoo! Wear your best GVSU gear and stop by the event tent inside for complimentary beverages, Grand Valley cookies, and alumni swag.
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| Exploring Entrepreneurship
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Curious about starting your own business? Join career coach Jodi Oren on Sept. 18, 12–1 p.m. ET, for a webinar on turning goals into action.
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| Share your career journey with students
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Volunteer at Majors Fair on Sept. 23–24 and help students explore majors and career paths by sharing your real-world experience.
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| Explore Iceland with Lakers
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Join us Sept. 25 from 12–1 p.m. ET to learn about our 2026 trip to Iceland! Get a first look at the itinerary and get your questions answered.
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| The Laker Racing Team turned concept into reality at the Michigan International Speedway.
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| Deck out your office or classroom with a printable GV pennant and show your Laker pride every day!
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GVSU Move-In 2025 is in the books! Thanks to all the alums who came out to help welcome our newest Lakers to campus. 📦💙
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| Oops!…We Did It Again 🎶 👀 At Move-In we asked alums, “What was your favorite song when you were a student?” and here are some of those answers...
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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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