Family Weekend Kickoff Party


Friday, October 3, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Allendale Campus
Alumni, Community, Students


family poses for picture

Laker family and friends are invited to an evening full of fun and activities for all ages. This is a complimentary event for Lakers and their families — all refreshments and activities are free of charge. You’re welcome to come and go between 5 and 7 p.m. during the open-house style kickoff.

Kickoff Schedule:

  • 5:00 p.m. — Event begins

  • 5:30 p.m. — Remarks and programming featuring President Philomena Mantella 

  • 7:00 p.m. — Event ends 

Featured Activities & Amenities:

  • Dinner and desserts 

  • Refreshing drinks (*guests 21+ receive two complimentary drink tickets) 

  • Lawn games and activities for all ages 

  • Laker Resource Fair — meet with GVSU staff and department representatives. The resource fair offers an opportunity to explore and ask questions about campus services, initiatives, and resources. 

  • GVSU giveaways 

Questions? Reach out to Morgan Knapp at [email protected]


Location Information


Location: Lubbers Stadium Lawn

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Contact Information


Questions? Reach out to Morgan Knapp at [email protected]


Hosting Department, Organization, or Business


Presidents' Office, Division of Student Affairs, Office of Student Life, Campus Activities Board

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This event was added to the calendar by Katie Garrett (garretka@gvsu.edu) on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 and was last updated on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 11:32 a.m.