Alumni Stories
Stay connected with the Grand Valley community through stories, updates and accomplishments from fellow Lakers. Explore featured alumni stories or share your own update with the GVSU community.
Amy Williams-Rimi '09
I swam for the GV team, and during my freshman year I led off a relay that broke our school record. It stood for 4 years.
Published November 9, 2026
Joseph Ohaeche '23
My favorite memories from GVSU are moments spent as a Cook Leadership Academy Fellow. This provided me with a leadership mindset has helped me in the corporate sector and community involvement.
Published July 16, 2026
Amy Majeski '02 & '11
My favorite memory is the nursing pinning ceremony. It was so rewarding and meaningful.
Published June 30, 2026
Christina Gunn '87
My favorite and most memorable GV memory is walking across the bridge in sub-zero winters.
Published June 27, 2026
Megan Gragg '23
My favorite Grand Valley memory is joining Phi Sigma Pi. Through the organization, I met some of my closest friends, many of whom remain lifelong friends today. Phi Sigma Pi gave me opportunities to grow both personally and professionally through service,
Published June 4, 2026
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Rachel LePoudre '07
Rachel (Partain) LePoudre, APR was named a Crain's Detroit Business Notable Leader in Communications for 2026.
Published November 4, 2026
Carrie Machkouri '13
I'm excited to share that my article, Project Elevate and Codesigning the Talent Pipeline, has been co-published in the national COABE Journal, a peer-reviewed publication intended to be a primary learning and inspiration resource for adult educators.
Published October 29, 2026
Shaina Lane '01
Shaina Lane, professional speaker, executive leadership coach, and founder of BEST Leader Training, announces the release of her new book, Beneath the Brilliance: Sparkle Like a Diamond Without Cracking Under Pressure.
Published October 29, 2026
Matthew Kurnava '01
I am a proud GVSU alumnus and Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve, with more than 22 years of military service spanning leadership, intelligence, cybersecurity, and strategic operations.
Published October 29, 2026
Sarah Crawford '04
Sarah Crawford, assistant director of analytics for the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement in Little Rock, Ark., was selected by AcademyHealth to serve on its Oral Health Interest Group Advisory Committee.
Published October 28, 2026
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