Natalie Deland '23
My favorite memory at Grand Valley was racing for the Ski and Snowboard Club, the experience gave me lifelong friendships and unforgettable memories.
Published April 28, 2025
Ashlyn LaBrenz Kloska '20
My favorite Grand Valley memory is meeting my husband at Grand Valley! We met in September 2017 through the Fencing Club. We were recently married, December 19th, 2024 in Grand Rapids! I have also met several of my closest friends through GV.
Philosophy Political Science West Michigan
Published March 28, 2025
Talia Simons '23
My favorite Grand Valley memory is going to Ghana with KCON! I learned so much about the Ghanaian people, medicine, community, and I made lifelong friends along the way.
Biology Honors College Nursing West Michigan
Published March 28, 2025
Phil Biggs '78
My favorite Grand Valley memory is forming a singer-songwriter trio in 1976. We performed around campus, singing some favorite songs from the mid-70's. Then, we started writing our own tunes - my English background served me well:)
English Honors College Political Science West Michigan
Published February 5, 2025
Debra Smith '03
One of my favorite Grand Valley memories was meeting fellow students who were passionate about learning and growing in their professions.
Health Administration Public and Nonprofit Admin West Michigan
Published February 4, 2025
Julie Bekius '97
One of my favorite Grand Valley memories is traveling to the Student Nurses Association (SNA) State meeting in Midland, MI with friends and classmates from my nursing cohort.
Published February 4, 2025
Taylor Winowiecki '23
One of my favorite Grand Valley memories was beating Ferris twice during my senior year, especially on our home turf.
Business Administration Human Resources Management West Michigan
Published February 4, 2025
Julie Quick '14
My favorite memories from GVSU were working at the Eberhard Center at the Conference Center, and getting to meet and serve students, faculty, staff and GVSU guests.
Hospitality Tourism Mgt Human Resources Management West Michigan
Published December 4, 2024
Hannah Scout Dunaway '24
I had countless amazing experiences while at GV, but I will always hold my Fiction Filmmaking I experience close to my heart. I not only was able to make a film that I was passionate about, but met people who felt the same way.
Film And Video Theatre West Michigan
Published October 30, 2024
Peyton Fracassi '21
One of my favorite memories was when the Seidman Investment Portfolio Organization was recognized as the Most Improved Student Organization. After three years as Vice President of Marketing, it was incredibly rewarding to see our hard work acknowledged.
Finance Honors College Marketing West Michigan
Published October 22, 2024
Danielle Josephine DeWitt '05 & '09
The first Grand Valley memory that comes to mind is one that took place long after graduation. On November 15, 2019 I sat in the GVSU Fieldhouse Arena and watched the university officially welcome its first-ever female president, Philomena Mantella.
Health Administration Psychology West Michigan
Published October 15, 2024
Ellyse Catherine Lazarock '13 & '17
Some of my favorite Grand Valley memories came from being a part of the Laker Marching Band.
Business Administration Economics-Honors Honors College Psychology West Michigan
Published October 14, 2024
KJ Tucker '13 & '15
My favorite memory is planning and executing the first big event for the GVSU Chapter of NAACP as the inaugural president. Our team wanted to create an entertainment event that truly resonated with students of color on campus.
Education -Higher Education Public and Nonprofit Admin West Michigan
Published October 12, 2024
RaDonna Mieras '14
One of my favorite Grand Valley memories is walking through the Allendale campus as the leaves changed color each fall.
Published August 21, 2024
Connor Gillis '21
One of my favorite Grand Valley memories is the Sechia Breakfast Series. An introduction at one of the breakfasts allowed one connection to another, which landed me an internship, provided me with a full-time position, and provided me with my current job.
Published August 20, 2024
Trevor Tappan '21
Some of my favorite memories come from my time as a member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, particularly during my term as President. One standout event I always reminisce about is our collaboration with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Business Administration Supply Chain Management West Michigan
Published August 20, 2024
Darcy Marckini '10 and '12
I love how small my program was at the time. I made some great friends with both students and faculty in my program. I never would have had that experience at a larger university, and I truly believe that set me up for success post-graduation!
Cell and Molecular Biology West Michigan
Published August 13, 2024
Bruce Costen '68
One of my favorite Grand Valley memories was being a member of the university's first basketball team.
Education Social Studies West Michigan
Published July 1, 2024
Kathleen Bell '81 & '99
It was the mid to late 70s and I'm sure like many, it was a great time to be a grand valley. The best was being in the first marching band ever and all the craziness that was and co-authoring the GVSC Fight Song.
Education -Higher Education Nursing West Michigan
Published July 1, 2024
Breanne Dalm '19 & '22
It's so hard to choose one favorite Grand Valley memory, but I would say attending the football games with my parents would be my favorite. My brother was in the Grand Valley marching band so we would always enjoy watching him play.
Education-Middle Second Teach School Counseling Social Studies West Michigan
Published July 1, 2024