Join us to have your questions answered and/or to get a personalized program plan for you to get started 

Click here for additional information

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Performers:

6/30 - Prof. Julianne Vanden Wyngaard: GVSU Carillonist 1994-2020

7/7 - Prof. Jeremy Chesman: Missouri State University Carillonist

7/14 - John Widmann: Carillonist of Baker Park, Frederick, MD

7/21 - Ellen Dickenson: University Carillonist, Yale University

7/28 - Margaret Pan: Freelance Carillonist, Boston, MA

8/4 - David Hunsberger: Asst. Carillonist, UC Berkeley

Starting college is exciting, but figuring out how to land your first on-campus job can feel a little overwhelming. 

Good news: we've got you covered!

Join us for Ready, Set, Work! A Student's Guide to On-Campus Jobs, a free workshop open to ANY student (and their families!) who wants to learn more about working on campus. Whether you're a first-year student, a transfer student, or just finally ready to land that campus job, this one's for you!

In just one hour, you'll learn:

 How Work-Study works and how to claim it

 Where to find and apply for on-campus jobs

 Which campus resources are available to support your success

 How to strengthen your resume and stand out in interviews

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Don't miss this opportunity to get ahead, connect with campus resources, and prepare for success at GVSU!

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Whether you're aspiring to join our program or simply want to explore what college dance is all about, this is a great opportunity to train with top coaches and performers in the industry, connect with current team members, and see what it takes to perform at the next level.

Eligible Dancers:

Current 8th Graders & High School Students (Graduating Classes of 20272031)

Current College Students

Prospective Transfer Students

REGISTRATION LINK: HERE !

Participating dancers can expect to experience a day of:

• Advanced Technique & Training Classes
• Audition Prep Sessions
• LDT/GVSU Program Presentations
• Guided Campus Tour
• Solo Showcase Opportunity with Personalized Feedback Included ($45 per dancer: Juniors, Seniors, & College Dancers ONLY)!
• Clinic Scholarship Opportunities
• And more!

Where: GVSU Courts 4&5

When: July 17th & 18th

Estimated Event Times: 

Day 1: 12:15 PM  6:45 PM 

Day 2: 8:00 AM  3:30 PM

Cost: $175 + Optional Add On's ($45 for Solo Showcase Participation + Coach Feedback)

Housing & Meals: All participating dancers are responsible for their own meals and accommodations. You are welcome to stay wherever is most convenient for you and your family.

Clinic Cancellation Policy: To cancel your registration, you must send an email to ( gvsulakerdanceteam@gmail.com ) and include the participant's name. Full refunds will be given on all cancellations requested on or before 1pm on July 13th. All cancellations following July 13th will be a prorated refund.

Performers:

6/30 - Prof. Julianne Vanden Wyngaard: GVSU Carillonist 1994-2020

7/7 - Prof. Jeremy Chesman: Missouri State University Carillonist

7/14 - John Widmann: Carillonist of Baker Park, Frederick, MD

7/21 - Ellen Dickenson: University Carillonist, Yale University

7/28 - Margaret Pan: Freelance Carillonist, Boston, MA

8/4 - David Hunsberger: Asst. Carillonist, UC Berkeley

For more Information about Fulbright possibilities and application procedures

1)  Explore the Fulbright U.S. Student website.
2)  Search Types of Awards and take a look at which countries Fulbright may take you.
3) Explore Fulbright Tutorials to learn more about grant types and eligibility.
4) Visit the Getting Started page to learn more about next steps.

Interested students may join here! 

Click here for additional information

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Competencies:

• Fun and Enjoyment

WHO: 6-8th Grade Dancers

WHAT: Middle School Dance Clinic

WHERE: GVSU Rec Center Courts 4 & 5 

WHEN: Friday, July 24th at 1:00PM

COST: $45 (Includes a t-shirt and clinic fee)

*Participants must register on or before Friday July 10th to receive a t-shirt*

Register HERE !

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:

12:30-1:00 p.m. Registration

1:00-4:00 p.m. Clinic

4:00-4:30 p.m. Clinic Showcase (Parents/Guardians welcome!)

Cancellation Policy: To cancel your registration, you must send an email to (gvsulakerdanceteam@gmail.com ) and include the participant's name. Full refunds will be given on all cancellations requested on or before 1pm on July 10th. All cancellations following July 10th will be a prorated refund. No refunds will be issued past July 21st.

Check out our Summer Institute Webpage for more details!

Thank you for your interest in being a Groundswell Summer Institute 2026 participant! 

Before you register, please note:

• Our Summer Institute has a limited capacity, so we encourage you to sign up early!
• Should you register after we have reached capacity, we will contact you to let you know that you are on a waiting list.
• If you are not familiar with place-based stewardship education (PBSE), learn more here: Place-based Education Information

If you are a community partner looking to register for Summer Institute, please contact us at groundswell@gvsu.edu OR register through this Community Partner Registration Form

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Date: July 28, 29, and 30 2026

Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Primary Location: William L. Seidman Center

Grand Valley State University

50 Front Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Value: $400 ( No cost to educators and community partners who work in Kent and Ottawa Counties)

SCECHs: approximately 15-20 hours (number finalized in June 2026)

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WHY REGISTER?

This year's theme for Summer Institute is exploring community stewardship with a civics education lens! We will be using an active Groundswell project at CA Frost Environmental Academy as our "case study" as their work wonderfully incorporates student voice and community involvement through pollinator yard awareness. 

While we will refer back to the CA Frost project and the option of incorporating civics education into your project throughout the workshop, please know that all educators of all subjects and project interests are welcome and encouraged to join in and learn. Please email groundswell@gvsu.edu if you have questions about how our theme will play a role in content this year.

• The first 40 educators to register and attend their required days will receive a $200 stipend! (Kent and Ottawa County educators only)
• Receive 15-20 hours of SCECHs! (final amount confirmed in June)
• Free lunch daily as well as hands-on learning experiences!
• Gain critical knowledge and training around what place-based stewardship education is and how to weave it into your classroom culture!
• Begin imagining your outdoor stewardship project you could implement with students, and even begin the project submission process!
• Connect with fellow educators and community partners who are passionate about place-based stewardship education, outdoor learning, and elevating your students to make a real difference in their communities!

Summer Institute is open to any PK-12 educator in Kent or Ottawa County. This professional learning opportunity is designed for folks who are interested in or already facilitating place-based stewardship education (PBSE) and are looking to become part of the Groundswell network!

During this immersive 3-day workshop, participants will: explore PBSE through hands-on learning experiences, learn the foundations of PBSE and how to implement an action project with Groundswell, and meet fellow educators and community partners who are passionate about outdoor learning!

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WHAT TO EXPECT

• Day 1 - PBSE 101: downtown GVSU campus in Grand Rapids. We will explore the foundations of PBSE, how Groundswell functions, begin expanding upon stewardship action projects, and discuss how to weave outdoor PBSE into your classroom culture.
• Project work time: we will be guiding you in ideating a potential PBSE action project throughout the workshop. You could end Day 3 with a in-progress project plan that is ready to submit to Groundswell, or at least well-developed ideas of what your project could be! This will give you great momentum going into the school year.
• Grade-band cohorts: work closely with educators and partners who also teach your grade level to discuss PBSE implementation tips and tricks, outdoor content specific for your students' learning level, develop project ideas together, identify curriculum connections, and establish a mini-network of educators and partners

Civics Education Lens + Collaboration: 

• A huge thank you to Michigan Center for Civic Education, who is sponsoring our Summer Institute 2026!
• Their team will be providing a civics education lens and content connections throughout the workshop. Participants will learn pathways to incorporate an optional civics action step into your Groundswell project (think engaging with local leaders and changemakers, learning more about policy that impacts stewardship, and inspiring students to make real change)!
• Their sponsorship will cover the $200 stipend for the first 40 educators to register and attend their required days. Thank you, MCCE!

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES + EXPECTATIONS

"Emerging" Groundswell Teachers (folks that are newer to the Groundswell program):

• Have been involved in Groundswell for 0 to 5 years. 
• You have either never attended Summer Institute, or have only attended a handful of Summer Institutes. 
• You may or may not have already implemented Groundswell action projects.
• Please note that all GREEN educators are to attend all 3 days of the workshop.  Attending all 3 days equates to approximately 15-20 SCECH hours! Total hours will be finalized in June.

"Seasoned" Groundswell Teachers: 

• Seasoned Groundswell educators who have been leading Groundswell projects AND attending Summer Institute for at least 5 years are eligible to opt out of Day 1: PBSE 101 and only attend Days 2 + 3.
• You are more than welcome to join us regardless for Day 1 at no charge, receive that day's SCECHs, and enjoy lunch. We are making this day optional for you as you have already received extensive Groundswell training and are demonstrating quality PBSE at your schools!
• If you are one of the first 40 educators to register, you will still receive the $200 stipend if you attend Days 2 + 3 only!
• Attending Days 2+3 only equates to approximately 15+ SCECH hours!  Total hours will be finalized in June.

A reminder that beginning in 2027, educators must attend Groundswell Summer Institute OR an officially approved alternate workshop every other year in order to be eligible for Groundswell funding. More information about our project requirements can be found on our website!

Questions about this new format? Not sure which group you fall into this year? Please email groundswell@gvsu.edu

RSVP for this event

Join us to have your questions answered and/or to get a personalized program plan for you to get started 

Click here for additional information

RSVP for this event

Performers:

6/30 - Prof. Julianne Vanden Wyngaard: GVSU Carillonist 1994-2020

7/7 - Prof. Jeremy Chesman: Missouri State University Carillonist

7/14 - John Widmann: Carillonist of Baker Park, Frederick, MD

7/21 - Ellen Dickenson: University Carillonist, Yale University

7/28 - Margaret Pan: Freelance Carillonist, Boston, MA

8/4 - David Hunsberger: Asst. Carillonist, UC Berkeley

Check out our Summer Institute Webpage for more details!

Thank you for your interest in being a Groundswell Summer Institute 2026 participant! 

Before you register, please note:

• Our Summer Institute has a limited capacity, so we encourage you to sign up early!
• Should you register after we have reached capacity, we will contact you to let you know that you are on a waiting list.
• If you are not familiar with place-based stewardship education (PBSE), learn more here: Place-based Education Information

If you are a community partner looking to register for Summer Institute, please contact us at groundswell@gvsu.edu OR register through this Community Partner Registration Form

Check out our Summer Institute Webpage for more details!

Thank you for your interest in being a Groundswell Summer Institute 2026 participant! 

Before you register, please note:

• Our Summer Institute has a limited capacity, so we encourage you to sign up early!
• Should you register after we have reached capacity, we will contact you to let you know that you are on a waiting list.
• If you are not familiar with place-based stewardship education (PBSE), learn more here: Place-based Education Information

If you are a community partner looking to register for Summer Institute, please contact us at groundswell@gvsu.edu OR register through this Community Partner Registration Form

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Date: July 28, 29, and 30 2026

Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Primary Location: William L. Seidman Center

Grand Valley State University

50 Front Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Value: $400 ( No cost to educators and community partners who work in Kent and Ottawa Counties)

SCECHs: approximately 15-20 hours (number finalized in June 2026)

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Day 2 - Project Exploration + Civics Education: we will be exploring an active Groundswell project by CA Frost Environmental Science Academy as an example of a quality PBSE project that incorporate civics engagement. Day 2 will involve discussing this project, exploring the 6 Elements of PBSE in interactive ways, and learning more about weaving civics into an action project.
• Project work time: we will be guiding you in ideating a potential PBSE action project throughout the workshop. You could end Day 3 with a in-progress project plan that is ready to submit to Groundswell, or at least well-developed ideas of what your project could be! This will give you great momentum going into the school year.
• Grade-band cohorts: work closely with educators and partners who also teach your grade level to discuss PBSE implementation tips and tricks, outdoor content specific for your students' learning level, develop project ideas together, identify curriculum connections, and establish a mini-network of educators and partners

Civics Education Lens + Collaboration: 

• A huge thank you to Michigan Center for Civic Education, who is sponsoring our Summer Institute 2026!
• Their team will be providing a civics education lens and content connections throughout the workshop. Participants will learn pathways to incorporate an optional civics action step into your Groundswell project (think engaging with local leaders and changemakers, learning more about policy that impacts stewardship, and inspiring students to make real change)!
• Their sponsorship will cover the $200 stipend for the first 40 educators to register and attend their required days. Thank you, MCCE!

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES + EXPECTATIONS

"Emerging" Groundswell Teachers (folks that are newer to the Groundswell program):

• Have been involved in Groundswell for 0 to 5 years. 
• You have either never attended Summer Institute, or have only attended a handful of Summer Institutes. 
• You may or may not have already implemented Groundswell action projects.
• Please note that all GREEN educators are to attend all 3 days of the workshop.  Attending all 3 days equates to approximately 15-20 SCECH hours! Total hours will be finalized in June.

"Seasoned" Groundswell Teachers: 

• Seasoned Groundswell educators who have been leading Groundswell projects AND attending Summer Institute for at least 5 years are eligible to opt out of Day 1: PBSE 101 and only attend Days 2 + 3.
• You are more than welcome to join us regardless for Day 1 at no charge, receive that day's SCECHs, and enjoy lunch. We are making this day optional for you as you have already received extensive Groundswell training and are demonstrating quality PBSE at your schools!
• If you are one of the first 40 educators to register, you will still receive the $200 stipend if you attend Days 2 + 3 only!
• Attending Days 2+3 only equates to approximately 15+ SCECH hours!  Total hours will be finalized in June.

A reminder that beginning in 2027, educators must attend Groundswell Summer Institute OR an officially approved alternate workshop every other year in order to be eligible for Groundswell funding. More information about our project requirements can be found on our website!

Questions about this new format? Not sure which group you fall into this year? Please email groundswell@gvsu.edu

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About the Advisors:

Dayna Phillips is a career advisor for the Education, Nonprofit, and Public Service Career Communities.

Stephanie Jensen is a career advisor for the Healthcare Career Community.

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Check out our Summer Institute Webpage for more details!

Thank you for your interest in being a Groundswell Summer Institute 2026 participant! 

Before you register, please note:

• Our Summer Institute has a limited capacity, so we encourage you to sign up early!
• Should you register after we have reached capacity, we will contact you to let you know that you are on a waiting list.
• If you are not familiar with place-based stewardship education (PBSE), learn more here: Place-based Education Information

If you are a community partner looking to register for Summer Institute, please contact us at groundswell@gvsu.edu OR register through this Community Partner Registration Form

Check out our Summer Institute Webpage for more details!

Thank you for your interest in being a Groundswell Summer Institute 2026 participant! 

Before you register, please note:

• Our Summer Institute has a limited capacity, so we encourage you to sign up early!
• Should you register after we have reached capacity, we will contact you to let you know that you are on a waiting list.
• If you are not familiar with place-based stewardship education (PBSE), learn more here: Place-based Education Information

If you are a community partner looking to register for Summer Institute, please contact us at groundswell@gvsu.edu OR register through this Community Partner Registration Form

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Date: July 28, 29, and 30 2026

Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Primary Location: William L. Seidman Center

Grand Valley State University

50 Front Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Value: $400 ( No cost to educators and community partners who work in Kent and Ottawa Counties)

SCECHs: approximately 15-20 hours (number finalized in June 2026)

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Day 3 - Off-Site and Hands-On: participants will meet off-site at wherein we will participate in hands-on, interactive experiences that model PBSE. More details on locations and other important logistics to follow.
• Project work time: we will be guiding you in ideating a potential PBSE action project throughout the workshop. You could end Day 3 with a in-progress project plan that is ready to submit to Groundswell, or at least well-developed ideas of what your project could be! This will give you great momentum going into the school year.
• Grade-band cohorts: work closely with educators and partners who also teach your grade level to discuss PBSE implementation tips and tricks, outdoor content specific for your students' learning level, develop project ideas together, identify curriculum connections, and establish a mini-network of educators and partners

Civics Education Lens + Collaboration: 

• A huge thank you to Michigan Center for Civic Education, who is sponsoring our Summer Institute 2026!
• Their team will be providing a civics education lens and content connections throughout the workshop. Participants will learn pathways to incorporate an optional civics action step into your Groundswell project (think engaging with local leaders and changemakers, learning more about policy that impacts stewardship, and inspiring students to make real change)!
• Their sponsorship will cover the $200 stipend for the first 40 educators to register and attend their required days. Thank you, MCCE!

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES + EXPECTATIONS

"Emerging" Groundswell Teachers (folks that are newer to the Groundswell program):

• Have been involved in Groundswell for 0 to 5 years. 
• You have either never attended Summer Institute, or have only attended a handful of Summer Institutes. 
• You may or may not have already implemented Groundswell action projects.
• Please note that all GREEN educators are to attend all 3 days of the workshop.  Attending all 3 days equates to approximately 15-20 SCECH hours! Total hours will be finalized in June.

"Seasoned" Groundswell Teachers: 

• Seasoned Groundswell educators who have been leading Groundswell projects AND attending Summer Institute for at least 5 years are eligible to opt out of Day 1: PBSE 101 and only attend Days 2 + 3.
• You are more than welcome to join us regardless for Day 1 at no charge, receive that day's SCECHs, and enjoy lunch. We are making this day optional for you as you have already received extensive Groundswell training and are demonstrating quality PBSE at your schools!
• If you are one of the first 40 educators to register, you will still receive the $200 stipend if you attend Days 2 + 3 only!
• Attending Days 2+3 only equates to approximately 15+ SCECH hours!  Total hours will be finalized in June.

A reminder that beginning in 2027, educators must attend Groundswell Summer Institute OR an officially approved alternate workshop every other year in order to be eligible for Groundswell funding. More information about our project requirements can be found on our website!

Questions about this new format? Not sure which group you fall into this year? Please email groundswell@gvsu.edu

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You are not alone.

1 in 5 undergraduate students are raising children.   

This virtual parent support meet-up is for anyone juggling the roles of parent and college student. This is a informal group: if you need to join late, leave early, bring your kids, or wear your jammies, WE GET IT. No judgement here. Learn and share resources and hacks, share your experiences- good and bad, and help advocate for the needs of parenting Lakers like you. 

Please register to receive the Zoom link: https://www.gvsu.edu/cwge/cms-form-edit.htm?formId=8E484C37-D760-62F8-4347E12372B2D66A

Each scholar will make a formal presentation in the form of a performance, poster, or an oral presentation. As many scholars will still be immersed in the research, or creative process, this Showcase is an exhibition of their work thus far and may differ from their final report and formal Student Scholars Day presentations.

Performers:

6/30 - Prof. Julianne Vanden Wyngaard: GVSU Carillonist 1994-2020

7/7 - Prof. Jeremy Chesman: Missouri State University Carillonist

7/14 - John Widmann: Carillonist of Baker Park, Frederick, MD

7/21 - Ellen Dickenson: University Carillonist, Yale University

7/28 - Margaret Pan: Freelance Carillonist, Boston, MA

8/4 - David Hunsberger: Asst. Carillonist, UC Berkeley

Teams will be grouped by level to compete in a round robin draw. Every level of player is welcome from beginner to advanced! New this year we have added a PRO division for $45 per person, prize money payout. PRO division is limited to 16 teams.

Franklin X-40 balls will be used.

Everyone will be guaranteed 4 games and there will be free drinks at the courts following play (Beer, Seltzer, Water, Gatorade).

You can sign up as an individual, or with a partner at a cost of $35 per person. Pro division cost is $45 per person and you must have a partner. 

All proceeds benefit the GVSU Men's & Women's Tennis program. 

DATE: Thursday, August 6

TIME:  5:00 p.m. registration/warm up - 5:30- 8:00 p.m. tournament

LOCATION: Outdoor GVSU Tennis Courts, Allendale Campus

COST: $35 per person/$45 per person PRO division (Prize money for pro division $500) 

General Registration      Pro Division 

This is informational only.  No immediate action is required.  In the event of an actual weather emergency, members of the GVSU community should already be aware of safe areas on campus.  When the sirens sound, please make yourself aware of the closest designated tornado safety area.  Safety areas are identified on signs located in the interior hallways on the lowest floor of all buildings on campus.  For a complete list of safety locations visit: http://www.gvsu.edu/shelter

This monthly testing occurs on the first Friday of each month, April through October under the authority of the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office – Division of Emergency Management.

We'll provide a work station, light snacks, and plenty of coffee and tea; you bring the materials you'll need to be productive on your writing project and your own laptop. 
Patrick Johnson, Director of the Writing Center, and/or Lindsay Ellis, Director of Writing Across the Curriculum, will be on hand to provide feedback if you'd like a personal consultation about your project.

Join us to have your questions answered and/or to get a personalized program plan for you to get started 

Click here for additional information

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We'll provide a work station, light snacks, and plenty of coffee and tea; you bring the materials you'll need to be productive on your writing project and your own laptop. 
Patrick Johnson, Director of the Writing Center, and/or Lindsay Ellis, Director of Writing Across the Curriculum, will be on hand to provide feedback if you'd like a personal consultation about your project.

We'll provide a work station, light snacks, and plenty of coffee and tea; you bring the materials you'll need to be productive on your writing project and your own laptop. 
Patrick Johnson, Director of the Writing Center, and/or Lindsay Ellis, Director of Writing Across the Curriculum, will be on hand to provide feedback if you'd like a personal consultation about your project.

Once lunch wraps up, it’ll be your turn to ask the questions! Stay ahead of the curve with up-to-date insights and expert perspectives. Our interactive breakout session discussions will equip you with actionable strategies to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world. Attendees will be able to sit down in small groups to engage in discussions on pressing global business topics.

Afterward, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with a vibrant community of professionals who share your passion for global trade. Exchange ideas and explore collaborations that can elevate your business to new heights. Our networking reception is designed to foster meaningful connections over backyard games, refreshing drinks, and hors d'oeuvres!

We can’t wait to see you there! Register now for this in-person event on August 12th, 2026, located at the GVSU Alumni House in Allendale, MI.

GVSU Pricing is only available to current students and staff. 

We'll provide a work station, light snacks, and plenty of coffee and tea; you bring the materials you'll need to be productive on your writing project and your own laptop. 
Patrick Johnson, Director of the Writing Center, and/or Lindsay Ellis, Director of Writing Across the Curriculum, will be on hand to provide feedback if you'd like a personal consultation about your project.