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Alumni Awards Celebration 2022 (23 Photos)

On Friday, October 21, 2022, friends, family, and fellow alumni came to celebrate the four recipients at the Alumni Awards Celebration. Marisa Kwiatkowski is the recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award, Adrienne Wallace is the recipient of the Outstanding Educator Award, Ricardo Benavidez is the recipient of the Young Alumni Award, and Janean and Michael Couch are the recipients of the Alumni Service Award.

Adrienne Wallace standing with President Mantella outside the Alumni House.

Janean and Michael Couch standing with President Mantella outside the Alumni House.

Marisa Kwiatkowski standing with President Mantella outside the Alumni House.

Marisa Kwiatkowski, Adrienne Wallace, and President Mantella standing together outside the Alumni House.

Ricardo Benavidez standing with President Mantella outside the Alumni House

President Mantella standing with the award recipients.

Chicago Alumni Reception 2022 (15 Photos)

On October 17, 2022, alumni from Chicago gathered at Kings Dining and Entertainment to connect and hangout with President Mantella and Director of Alumni Relations Susan Proctor.

Director of Alumni Relations Susan Proctor talking to two alumni.

Five alumni standing with President Mantella.

Two alumni standing together at Kings Dining and Entertainment.

Three alumni hanging out together at the event.

Grand Forum (17 Photos)

On Monday, September 19, 2022, President Mantella and Provost Mili spoke at the Grand Forum on the State of the University.

Alumni talking before entering the Grand Forum.

Bark at the Park 2022 (15 Photos)

On September 17th, 2022, Lakers and Laker pets met at the Grand Ravines Dog Park during Laker Family Weekend to enjoy treats and reconnect.

GVSU Move-In - August 22, 2022 (31 Photos)

On August 22, 125+ GVSU Alumni reconnected on the Allendale campus to help move in over 2,000 students. The alumni volunteers offered a warm welcome and shared their own memories from their Grand Valley experience.

Mr. Wiggles in front of the Alumni House.

An Alumni helping a Laker move into their dorm.

Two Alumni helping a student bring items to their dorm.

GVSU Move-In - August 21, 2022 (45 Photos)

On August 21, 125+ GVSU Alumni reconnected on the Allendale campus to help move in over 2,000 students. The alumni volunteers offered a warm welcome and shared their own memories from their Grand Valley experience.

Mr. Wiggles in front of Alumni House building

Three alumni carrying boxes into living center

Man holding up box in front of students car

Alumni Leadership Summit - August 20, 2022 (24 Photos)

On August 20, 2022, GVSU Alumni reconnected on the Allendale Campus to begin a new annual learning experience for those serving on alumni boards, committees, and in leadership roles within alumni networks. We plan to gather alumni leaders on campus yearly during Move-In weekend for strategic planning, professional development, social engagement, and some fun!

Susan Proctor '19 & '20 speaking at Alumni Leadership Summit.

Two Alumni talking at Alumni Leadership Summit.

An Alumni at the Alumni Leadership Summit.

An Alumni shaking President Mantella's hand.

GVSU Education Alumni & Teacher Appreciation Night - May 10, 2022 (22 Photos)

Teaching graduates, mentor teachers, and GVSU faculty, staff, and administrators came together on May 10, 2022 for the GVSU Education Alumni & Mentor Teacher Appreciation Night. Guests enjoyed an evening of gratitude and welcomed new teaching graduates into the GVSU Education Alumni Network.