Elizabeth Greiter '22
No one specific Grand Valley memory reigns highest of them all for me but I look very fondly on going for a sweet treat at late night at the Blue Connection with my roommate and our neighbors.
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Career Events
GVSU Accounting Career Fair 2026
September 18, 2026 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
JCPenney Suit Up - Fall 2026
October 2, 2026 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
GVSU Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair
October 13, 2026 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Student Scholars Day 2027
April 14, 2027 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Alumni Spotlights
Melissa Ludke '12
My favorite Grand Valley memory is making ancient Roman food for the last week of class.
Megan Gragg '23
My favorite Grand Valley memory is joining Phi Sigma Pi. Through the organization, I met some of my closest friends, many of whom remain lifelong friends today. Phi Sigma Pi gave me opportunities to grow both personally and professionally through service,
Lindsey VanDenBoom '15
I can always recall memories of running in T. Haas on campus! He was like a celebrity when spotted on campus and carried such a positive light and energy that lit up the room.
Nate Engle '09
My favorite memories ls my time as a graduate fellow at the Van Andel Global Trade Center was indispensable in creating and obtaining a formative experience at GVSU. It's one of the best service-delivery-to-community programs that the university has.