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Ieisha Humphrey '05

Ieisha Humphrey proudly serves as the tenth president of the National Association of Law Student Affairs Professionals (NALSAP) through June 30, 2027.

Community Involvement

Published September 20, 2026

Brenda Ondieki

As a GVSU alum and Master's graduate in Data Science & Analytics, I wanted to share a project I've been building in my free time using the skills I developed during my graduate studies. During my own job search, I found myself checking the same company ca

Community Involvement

Published August 24, 2026

Nate Engle

Nate Engle, MPA '09 (College of Education and Community Innovation), has been appointed to the board of trustees of Oakland University.

Community Involvement

Published May 11, 2026

Andrew VanTimmeren

Andrew VanTimmeren '03 has been producing a history podcast "Old News - a year in review" as a public service side project, for the past two years. It is on all major platforms and there are now more than 70 episodes (1948 - 2020). He hopes you check it o

Community Involvement

Published November 11, 2025

Reyna Worthy

Reyna Worthy, a military spouse based at NAS Key West, FL, is part of the 2025-26 cohort of the Military Spouse Leadership Initiative. A program of the Association of Defense Communities and Liberty Military Housing, the initiative brings together militar

Community Involvement

Published August 18, 2025

Viola Pagnani

When Viola Pagnani was invited to moderate the Winter 2025 Meijer Lecture Series, she didn't anticipate how it would shape her professional path. Chosen for her background in veterinary medicine and her passion for community engagement, Viola helped highl

Community Involvement

Published June 19, 2025

Michele Obetts

Recently had a book published. 'WITHOUT JUSTICE FOR ALL, tells the story of a mother who lost her son at the hands of a drunk driver and a justice system that tragically failed.

Community Involvement

Published April 17, 2025

Ashley Melton

I've recently launched Parenting Pathways, a nonprofit dedicated to helping both parents and children grow together! Our mission is to provide resources, education, and support that empower parents in their personal development while ensuring children hav

Community Involvement

Published March 31, 2025

James Barry

Jim Barry was elected Ottawa County Commissioner for District 1 in this past election cycle. District 1 includes Olive, Park, and Port Sheldon Townships. Jim will be sworn into office on January 2

Community Involvement

Published December 16, 2024

Payton Peltomaa

I have been elected to the WMPRSA (West Michigan Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America) board of directors. The board features multiple GVSU professors and impactful professionals from the industry. After graduating and serving on the e-board

Community Involvement

Published October 29, 2024

John Wright

Appointed by Governor Eric Holcomb to the Indiana State Board of Accountancy.

Community Involvement

Published November 2, 2023

Laurie Rosenberg

Laurie Rosenberg (MEd. Biology 1999) has been serving as the chair of the Grounds and Landscape Committee for the newly formed non-profit Coldwater Community Center. Projects include creating a landscape plan for the building, creating a community kitche

Community Involvement

Published September 7, 2023

Ryan Rademacher

Ryan and Amanda Rademacher started Lumber2Love in 2016 in their garage - a custom wood shop specializing in commercial and residential furniture. Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan - they now have over 30 employees and have built, designed and installed th

Community Involvement

Published January 19, 2023

Kevin Ahrens

Kevin is a 2013 Laker Alumni. Currently living and serving West Michigan with a career in real estate. He has been with RE/MAX of Grand Rapids for 6 years as a member of the area's top Real Estate teams! Specializing in the home buying experience, Kevin h

Community Involvement

Published December 5, 2022

Mark Bignell

On January 24th, Mark Bignell, '21 & '22, officially filed to run for Michigan State Senate District 33. This is his 2nd attempt seeking this office and he couldn't have found the confidence to try again without his experience this last two years in the L

Community Involvement

Published February 25, 2022

Susie Ziegler

Susie Ziegler, '20, has been elected to be the 98th President of the Junior League of Grand Rapids. She is currently serving in the president-elect role on the board. Her term as president of the league will be from July 2022- June 2023.

Community Involvement

Published November 19, 2021

Christian Gordon

Christian Gordon, '95, has joined the Board of Advisors of the Universal Hip Hop Museum, which is currently under construction in the South Bronx in New York City.

Community Involvement

Published September 8, 2021

Elizabeth Klesmith

Elizabeth (Libby) A. Klesmith. '11, has been elected President of the St. Joseph County Bar Association for 2021-2022. Klesmith has served on the SJBA Board of Directors since 2016 and served as Vice President in 2019-2020 and President Elect in 2020-2021

Community Involvement

Published June 15, 2021

Eunice Lopez-Martin

Eunice Lopez-Martin, '09, was appointed as a Board Member to the Inner City Christian Federation's (ICCF) Board of Directors as of January 2021.

Community Involvement

Published March 1, 2021

Jason Manshum

Jason Manshum, '98 & '08, is a Board Member in the West Michigan Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (WMPRSA). The three-year term effective 2021-2024. WMPRSA is comprised of more than 100 PRSA members in the western half of Michigan's Lowe

Community Involvement

Published November 30, 2020

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