Lubbers Society

The Lubbers Society is named in honor of President Emeritus Arend (Don) D. Lubbers, who at the end of his tenure was the longest-serving public university president in the United States, at 32 years. 

 

Through his ongoing dedication and support, Grand Valley State University has grown to become the institution it is today, serving over 24,000 students a year. Membership in the Lubbers Society is open to all donors, at all levels, who have annual gifts for three or more consecutive years. 

 

 

Lubbers Society

 

As this society recognizes donor longevity and loyalty, it is most fitting that the Lubbers Society is named for Don, as according to university records, Don and Nancy have the longest record of yearly donations to GVSU to date. This steady generosity, regardless of the giving level, becomes a basis for the university to count on financial support as it seeks to meet basic student needs while investing in new educational opportunities.


2010 Lubbers Society Members:

 

Donors who have given for 20 or more consecutive years: 222

Donors who have given from 10 to 19 consecutive years: 804

Donors who have given from 4 to 9 consecutive years: 2,240

Donors who have given for 3 consecutive years: 1,014