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
Gordon VanderYacht '83
One of my favorite Grand Valley memories was going to basketball games and tailgating at the Dome.
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
Stephen Harrison '97
I always enjoyed the luxury of being able to visit often with my uncle, Norman TenBrink, who was a long-time faculty member in the geology department, and who's office was just a few steps away from my living center (Weed).
Biomedical Sciences Honors College
Published November 7, 2024
Marisa Simoni '15
My favorite Grand Valley memories include working in Dr. Todd Williams' and Dr. Christine Smith's research labs and spending Mondays at Founders Brewery.
Published November 6, 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
Mary McConner '08
One of my favorite memories from Grand Valley is the sense of community I found through my involvement in various student organizations. Being part of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (Nu Theta Chapter), serving as the 2007-08 President of the NPH
Published October 16, 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
Jeff Domagala '14
One of my favorite Grand Valley memories is being a part of the Cook Leadership Academy and being afforded opportunities like speakers, mentors, self-development, and building bonds with diverse peers.
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
Bailey Blackport '24
One of my favorite memories is going to a career fair! Chatting with various employers was a great experience and very informative.
Published September 21, 2024
Lauren Fennema '22
There are way too many to list! One of my favorite memories at GVSU is having the opportunity to present my research at the Investiture Student Showcase for President Mantella's inauguration.
Cell and Molecular Biology Honors College
Published September 1, 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
Johnny Hufford '20
I have great memories from GVSU including welcome week freshman year, my first year Honors College sequence, traveling to Washington DC to present with a group of peers, and sharing research during Student Scholars Day.
Honors College Public and Nonprofit Admin
Published August 20, 2024
Amberly Dzimira '23
My favorite Grand Valley memory is working at the GVSU Alumni Relations Office as a student communications assistant. I had a great time facilitating the alumni events and bugging the student graphic designer, who remains one of my closest friends.
Adv Public Relations Management
Published August 19, 2024