Alumni Resources

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This page is set up specifically for alumni of Brooks College of Interdisciplinary studies.

We are working on planning some events and opportunities specifically for Brooks alumni. If you have suggestions or an interest in helping us put these opportunities together, please email [email protected].

Brooks Alumni Stories

Brooks Alumni: Where Are They Now?

These featured "Alumni in 5" stories spotlight Brooks Alumni based on their responses to 5 short prompts. Read about their favorite GVSU memories and their journey's since graduation and learn about the endless opportunities for graduates of Brooks College.

Don't forget to fill out our form to be featured yourself!

Alumni in 5

Cathy Winick '12

My favorite memory at GVSU was walking at graduation... we were treated like rock stars at the VanAndel Arena!

Jessica Wehby '14

My favorite Grand Valley memory is pulling an all-nighter in Neimeyer dorms the night before an African Civ final!

Kelly Holst-Haley '11

Being a part of Campus Ministry is my favorite GV memory. We always had a lot of fun and I met some of my best friends through there.

Lynn Marie Francis 2025

One of my favorite memories at GVSU was working with Kate VanDerKolk. From the moment I was admitted, she became an invaluable resource and guiding presence throughout my journey. Whether helping me navigate the accelerated bachelor's program or talking m

Robert Zinger '12

I have fond memories of spending time in nature at GVSU while hiking the ravines for samples and measurements during the NRM course called The Climatic Factor as well as during the Rowing I course I finally got enrolled in my senior year.

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Looking for Support?

The chart below contains links to a number of resources that may be helpful for brooks alumni. Connect with GVSU career services, get resume help, engage in professional development opportunities and connect with other GVSU Alumni.

What are we missing? If you have an alumni resource you'd like to feature in this chart or you're looking for something you don't see represented please email [email protected]. We'd be happy to help!

Resources for Alumni

Resource	About	Link
Career Services	Visit the career services main page to see all the resources available to GVSU Alumni	Alumni Career Resources
Resume & Cover Letter Help	Career services offers instructions, guidelines and samples to help you upgrade your resume and cover letter	Resume & Cover Letter Guide
Professional Development	A good starting point of resources to develop your skills and advance in your career	Professional Development
Career Communities	Career Communities are a way for you to connect with fellow students, faculty, career advisors, employers and career content related to specific industry types	Career Communities
Events	Attend an event on campus or in the communtity that invites GVSU alumni	Event Calendar
Volunteer	GVSU offers alumni many opportunities to volunteer. Mentor current students, support important events for students on campus or browse leadership opportunities.	Volunteer
Update your Info	Update your name, employment details, or contact information, update your GV Magazine preference, request your alumni benefits card or add your business to our Alumni Owned Business webpage	Update Your Info
Join our Mailing List	Join our mailing list to receive Brooks College updates, stories, and events.	Mailing List
Alumni in 5	Update us on your journey since graduation by responding to these 5 short prompts	Alumni in 5
Connect with us	Our Brooks College LinkedIn page is a place for faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members to connect. Follow our page to stay connected to other Brooks Alumni, faculty & staff, as well as the events and job opportunities we share!	Follow Us

Stay Connected!

Connect with other Brooks folks on our LinkedIn page, join our mailing list, attend an upcoming event or learn about how you can support current Brooks Students!

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We have created this LinkedIn page as a place for faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members to connect. Follow our page to stay connected to other Brooks Alumni and faculty as well as the events and job opportunities we share!

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