Office of Multicultural Affairs

GVSU community remembers life of Bill Pickard, former board of trustee member

Detroit business mogul and GVSU supporter William Pickard died June 12 at age 83.

Jun 14, 2024


K-12 students visit, explore GVSU

Hosted by the Meijer Honors College and Office of Multicultural Affairs, students from Kentwood's Endeavor Elementary experienced a morning of exploration and discovery on the Allendale Campus, which included stations of activities headed by geology professor Peter Wampler.

May 2, 2024


GVSU will host third annual Black Boys and Men National Symposium

Keynote speakers and featured presenters are announced for the June 12-14 symposium, held at the Amway Grand Plaza.

Apr 22, 2024


Cuts at the Clock

There is more behind this campus collaboration than offering free haircuts to students.

Apr 16, 2024


Grand Valley hosts 23rd annual "Celebrating All Walks of Life" Pow Wow

The annual two-day event, a collaboration between multiple Grand Valley departments and community members, is a celebration of culture through ceremony, song, dance, feasting and socializing.

Apr 13, 2024


GVSU community celebrates life of César Chávez

In honor of César Chávez Day, GVSU’s Office of Multicultural Affairs celebrated alongside students, faculty and staff to honor the life and work of Mexican American activist César Chávez.

Mar 22, 2024



Food and questions from around the world: For the Culture Quiz Bowl

Students and a few faculty and staff members flexed their Black history and cultural knowledge at the second quiz bowl.

Feb 28, 2024


'We're creating Black history': GVSU students reflect, celebrate at kickoff Black History Month event

The Blackout: Black Student Organization Showcase was the first of several events being held as part of Black History Month at Grand Valley.

Feb 9, 2024


Grand Valley to celebrate Black History Month through series of events in February

GVSU's Office of Multicultural Affairs will host a variety of educational events allowing students to connect with Black student groups and organizations.

Jan 29, 2024