Adult Learner Events

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The Career Center supports adult learners at GVSU by helping them connect to each other and GVSU staff. Adult learner specific events provide ways for adults on campus to find one and other as well as access information about their programs, careers, and more.

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Current GVSU Adult Learners

Kayla Myers Spotlight

Kayla Myers

I decided I wanted to finally do something for myself and be the first in my family to (somewhat) traditionally earn my degree.

Andu Tekle Spotlight

Andu Tekle

When I explain what I'm doing to others and see their reaction, it gives me a sense of pride in what I've accomplished thus far.

Vanessa Pena Spotlight

Vanessa Pena

It's about pursing your dreams and making them into reality. It's your life and the time will pass one way or another so do something that you know will make you a better version of yourself.

Morgan Polsgrove Spotlight

Morgan Polsgrove

I have always wanted to be a teacher since I was a kid. It was time to follow my dream.

Catherine Gonzales Spotlight

Catherine Gonzales

I think there are some positives to being an adult learner -- compared to my first undergraduate experience, I have found that I now have much better intrinsic self-motivation, time management, and coping skills when the workload feels overwhelming.

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