Community Service Learning Center

Staff Directory

Valerie Jones
Assistant Director of Student Life - Leadership & Service Initiatives
jonesval@gvsu.edu

Valerie Jones joined the GVSU Office of Student Life staff in August 2008 as one of several Assistant Directors. She directly oversees the Laker Leadership Programs and the Community Service Learning Center staff, programs, and resources. Additionally, Valerie serves as a resource for all Service & Advocacy groups on campus and is the direct advisor of several service organizations at GVSU, including Alternative Breaks and Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honorary. Prior to arriving at GVSU, Valerie spent several years working at the University of Miami (Coral Gables, FL) in the service and leadership office. Valerie earned her undergraduate degree from Central Michigan University and M.Ed in College Student Affairs Leadership at GVSU. She is originally from west Michigan and resides in northwest Grand Rapids.  Outside of work Valerie is a dance instructor at a local dance studio, enjoys cooking, and is working toward her EdD.

Open office hours: Find Valerie in the Student Organization Center (Kirkhof Center 0008) each week on (TBD for Fall 2012). No appointments necessary!



Jeffrey Mutch
Community Service Learning Center - Coordinator
mutchje@gvsu.edu

Jeff joined the GVSU Office of Student Life staff in August 2011.  As the Coordinator of the CSLC, Jeff is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the CSLC and its staff, programs, and services, as well as maintaining and growing institutional and community partnerships and service/service-learning opportunities. Jeff earned his Bachelor of Science from GVSU and is currently pursuing his M.Ed. in College Student Affairs Leadership at GVSU.  Prior to his role with the CSLC, Jeff was a graduate assistant for Integrative Learning under the Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies. Jeff grew up in Cadillac, Michigan and now lives on the northwest side of Grand Rapids with his partner, Lisa, and their cat, Liz Lemon. When they aren’t working at GVSU, Jeff and Lisa enjoy golfing, fly fishing, running, kayaking, cooking, visiting with family and friends, and traveling. Jeff looks forward to working with students, staff, faculty, and community partners to support service and service-learning initiatives at GVSU!   

Open office hours: Find Jeff in the Student Organization Center (Kirkhof Center 0008) each week on (TBD for Fall 2012). No appointments necessary!   

 

Eric Stevens
Graduate Assistant, Service and Leadership Initiatives
(Community Service Learning Center)
stevene2@gvsu.edu

Eric Stevens joined the GVSU Office of Student Life Staff in August 2011.  He earned his undergraduate degree at Spring Arbor University in Youth and Family Ministry with a minor in Philosophy, and was involved on campus for three years as a Resident Assistant.  He is now pursuing his M.Ed in College Student Affairs Leadership at GVSU.  Currently, Eric plans and facilitates service projects for Grand Valley students.  Some of his favorite projects include: Make a Difference Day, Overnight Service Trips, and the Non-Profit Volunteer and Internship Fair.  Eric is also an advisor for Colleges Against Cancer and Aplha Phi Omega.  

Open office hours: Find Eric in the Student Organization Center (Kirkhof Center 0008) each week on (TBD for Fall 2012). No appointments necessary! 

Community Service Learning Center- Consultants
(student employees)
service@gvsu.edu

Megan Boundy
Kris de Villa
Irma Ramirez
Kelsey Rice
Ashley Steponski
Caitlin Stoltman
 

Leadership and Service Interns