Andrea Lemieux
After four years of writing it, Andrea Lemieux, '03, took their blog and wine tasting business: The Quirky Cork, and published their first wine book: The Essential Guide to Turkish Wine. The Essential Guide to Turkish Wine is the first book of its kind
Published January 5, 2022
Elizabeth Montney
Elizabeth Harnden, '20, and Joseph Montney, '16 & '19, were married in the Alumni House on June 11th, 2021. The pair met at Grand Valley in SPA 202 during the Winter '16 semester.
Published January 4, 2022
Alexis Reame
Alexis Reame, '10 & '17, has recently joined PNC Bank as Client & Community Relations Assistant Director. In her role, she champions the PNC brand in the Western Michigan market through community engagement, corporate sponsorships and grants, and employee
Published January 4, 2022
Kathryn Crask
Kathryn Crask (formerly Wanamaker), M Ed '91, is on the faculty of Center Stage Strings, a summer program for extraordinary string musicians who are preparing for concert careers. She has developed a curriculum for professional development concentrating o
Published December 17, 2021
Jason Brower
After 3 years working at LaFleur Marketing, Jason Brower, '09, has transitioned back into the sports/entertainment industry (previously worked for West Michigan Whitecaps) where they will be the Director of Membership & Communications at Kent Country Club
Published December 17, 2021
Angelica Pena
Angelica Pena, '13, and Robbie VanVossen, '12, welcomed their daughter Estrella to the world on December 13, 2020.
Published December 6, 2021
Dale Ranson
Dale Ranson, '77, '96, & '02 is retired after working at Jenison Public Schools and is now living in Bradenton Beach, FL and looking to connect with other Laker alumni!
Published December 3, 2021
Gregg Hampshire
Gregg Hampshire, '09, is so excited to share marrying the love of his life, Chloe (Gersabeck) Hampshire, '13, this past fall.
Published December 3, 2021
Travis Alden
Travis Alden, '02, has been named the Senior Director of Community Development for The Right Place, Inc. In his new role, Travis is focused on transformational place-based development projects and initiatives throughout the West Michigan region. Specializ
Published November 29, 2021
David Benner
David Benner, '92, was named Midwest Sales Manager at Special-Lite Inc. on November 1st. He graduated with a degree in Marketing in 1992.
Published November 29, 2021
Whitney Michel
Whitney Michel, '09, and Elliot Michel, '11, welcomed a beautiful baby girl into the world. This future little Laker was born on October 18th, 2021 and placed into their loving arms two days later on the 20th.
Published November 29, 2021
Melissa Brink
Melissa Brink, '13 & '15, was promoted to marketing manager of the Grand Rapids-based West Michigan Sports Commission, overseeing all brands and promotional efforts. Brink first joined the sports commission in summer 2015 as a marketing and event operatio
Published November 29, 2021
Conner Hicks
Conner Hicks, '15, was hired by the Grand Rapids-based West Michigan Sports Commission as its new national sales manager in November 2021. As a 2015 GVSU graduate with a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Hicks spent the last three years as sale
Published November 29, 2021
Nicole Astfalk
Nicole Astfalk, '12, and Jason Astfalk, '06, welcomed Brynlee Rose to the world on September 21, 2021. She is the baby sister to her big brother Blaine Astfalk. Welcome to the Laker family Brynlee Rose!
Published November 22, 2021
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.
Published November 19, 2021
Molly Morris
Surrounded by family and loved ones, Molly Tipton, '08, and Trevor Morris married on August 28,2021 at Bucks Run Golf Course in Mount Pleasant, MI.
Published November 19, 2021
Megan Bonelli
Megan Bonelli, '13, joined the Stratacomm team in June of 2021 and has been loving her experience! She serves as an Account Supervisor working on government and automotive client projects.
Published November 15, 2021
Kelsey Schellie
Kelsey Schellie '10 & '18, and Jeremy Schellie, '09, welcomed Whitney Taylor Schellie to the world on October 23, 2021. Welcome to the Laker family!
Published November 12, 2021
Shannon Bruin
Shannon Bruin, '12 & '14, has been promoted to Regional Clinic Director at Thriveworks Counseling, managing 22 offices throughout Michigan and Illinois. Shannon has become a premiere employer for private practice Clinicans and recently implemented a Resid
Published November 12, 2021
Antoinette Martin
Antoinette Martin, '20, currently works at the Grand Haven Chamber where she coordinates and executes community events such as the Art Festival and the Farmers Markets. She graduated from GVSU in 2020 with a B.S. in Hospitality and Tourism Management.
Published November 10, 2021