Welcome to your Alumni era.
YOU GRADUATED. YOU SURVIVED FINALS. YOU MOVED THE TASSEL. NOW WHAT?
No matter where you're headed next—starting your career, grad school, traveling, or still figuring it out—you've got a community behind you.
As a Grand Valley graduate, you're now part of a network of more than 150,000 Lakers ready to help you build your future.
Anchor up!
Your Recent Grad Check List
✔ Update your contact info
✔ Get your alumni benefits card
✔ Follow GVSU Alumni on socials
✔ Attend an alumni event
You've Got Questions. We've Got Resources.
Starting your first job? Still searching? Moving to a new city? Wondering how networking actually works?
Wherever you're starting from, Grand Valley offers free tools to help you navigate life after graduation.
Alumni Discounts
Use your alumni card to enjoy discounts on:
- Laker Store purchases
- GVSU athletic events
- Travel and entertainment
- Dining
- Campus services
- And more
Find Your Community
Stay connected with fellow Lakers through local alumni groups, young alumni events, volunteer opportunities, and professional networking.
Whether you've stayed in West Michigan or moved across the country, there's a Laker community waiting for you.
Something's Always Going On
Webinar: Middle Managers: Power vs. Influence
Middle managers often sit in a role that is being squeezed from multiple directions. One of the most common challenges they face is the “power squeeze” — navigating expectations from senior leaders while also leading and supporting their
Webinar: What AI Actually Changed About Software Jobs in the Last 18 Months
AI has reshaped software work faster than most career advice can keep up. Some roles are growing, others are quietly shrinking, and much of the guidance out there is too vague to act on. In this session, practitioners who hire, train and build with modern
The 45th Annual GVSU Charles H. Irwin Athletic Hall of Fame Reception & Induction Ceremony
Join us for the 45th Annual Charles H. Irwin Athletic Hall of Fame Reception and Induction Ceremony on November 6! The reception will begin at 5:45 p.m. followed by the ceremony at 7:00 p.m. We look forward to celebrating these Lakers&#
Free Stuff? Yes Please.
SHOW YOUR LAKER PRIDE WHEREVER YOU GO
Download:
- Phone wallpapers
- Desktop backgrounds
- Crafts and activities
- Printable pennants
You're a Laker for Life.
Graduation isn't the end of your GVSU story—it's the beginning of your alumni journey.
Whether you're building your career, growing your network, or coming back for Homecoming, we're here to help every step of the way.