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Frequently Asked Questions about Presidents' Ball

Do I need to bring my id?

This is my first year at Grand Valley, can I attend Presidents’ Ball?

How much do tickets cost?

Where can I purchase the tickets?

I don’t have a car; how do I get to Presidents’ Ball?

Where is DeVos Place?

Is alcohol available at Presidents’ Ball?

Which entrance do we use at DeVos Place?

What happens during the program?

Can special dietary requests be accommodated?

Is handicap assistance available?

 What can I do if I lose my ticket?

Do I need to bring my id?
All attendees MUST bring a photo id to enter the event.  You will not be permitted to enter without a photo id.  Examples of photo ids are: school id, Michigan id, or drivers license.

This is my first year at Grand Valley, can I attend Presidents’ Ball?
Yes you can! Presidents’ Ball is open to all students, staff, faculty, community members… you name it, they are welcome to come. That includes ANYBODY, as long as they bring a photo id or other form of identification.

How much do tickets cost?
Tickets for the dinner, program, and dance are $30 and the dance-only tickets are $10. Tickets are limited so get them early!

Where can I purchase the tickets?
Tickets can be purchased at the 20/20 Desk in Kirkhof Center.

I don’t have a car; how do I get to Presidents’ Ball?
There will be charter busses running from Kirkhof Center/Mackinac Hall to DeVos Place. There is also a charter shuttle that will go from Pew Campus (under US 131 - Bridge bus stop) to DeVos Place. Click here for the bus schedule.

Where is DeVos Place?
303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.

Is alcohol available at Presidents’ Ball?
Yes, Presidents’ Ball does have alcohol available at the cash bars in the main gallery. All guests choosing to purchase alcohol must provide state issued identification proving they are 21 years of age.

Which entrance do we use at DeVos Place?
All guests should enter the Presidents’ Ball through the Lyon Street entrance.

What happens during the program?
This year’s program consists of numerous performances as well as singing, eating, and dancing. The Student Senate also presents the Student Award for Faculty Excellence as well as the Laker of the Year Award. Both President Haas and President Cleary will present the Presidential Appreciation Award.

Can special dietary requests be accommodated?
Yes, special requests can be accommodated. Please contact the Student Senate office at 331-2333 to make arrangements.

Is handicap assistance available?
Yes, handicap assistance is available. Again, please contact the Student Senate office at 331-2333 to make arrangements.

 What can I do if I lose my ticket?
Unfortunately, there is no way to replace lost tickets. If you lose a ticket, you will need to buy another one. Please remember, tickets are limited.