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We offer two distinct campus experiences to enrich your academic journey. The Valley Campus in Allendale is our academic, residential, and social hub, providing a vibrant college atmosphere with abundant resources and support. The City Campus in downtown Grand Rapids includes both the Robert C. Pew and Health campuses and hosts our business, engineering, and health care professional programs. 

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Fall 2026

Mid-term Evaluations

October 12 - 16

Mid-term Grades Due from Faculty

October 20 by 12:00 pm

Mid-term Grades Available to Students

October 22

Fall Break

October 25 - 27

Withdraw with a "W" Grade Deadline

November 13 by 5:00 pm

Thanksgiving Recess

November 25 - 29

Classes End and Commencement

December 12

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December 12 - 19

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Sleeping Bear Dunes Day Trip
Sleeping Bear Dunes Day Trip
Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
Time: All Day
Laker Con 2026
Laker Con 2026
Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
Time: All Day
Women's Lacrosse Tournament
Women's Lacrosse Tournament
Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Women's Hockey vs Lindenwood
Women's Hockey vs Lindenwood
Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
Time: 1:30 p.m.
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