Civic Engagement
“This is a day of celebration”: GVSU community participates in Election Day
The celebration started with a performance from the Laker Marching Band and ended with a student Stroll to the Polls.
Nov 3, 2026
Mantella op-ed: Gap remains between students who register to vote and those who cast ballots
For Bridge Michigan, Mantella urged universities to help students move beyond voter registration to lifelong civic participation.
Nov 2, 2026
GVSU fosters voter engagement ahead of Michigan primary
GVSU's Office of Student Life is hosting events to educate the campus community and provide accessible voting opportunities.
Feb 20, 2024
Civic Engagement Showcase returns to highlight campus-community partnerships
After a three-year absence, the Civic Engagement Showcase returns on April 6, offering campus and community members space to share their partnerships on issues that impact everyone.
Mar 30, 2023
GVSU offering on-campus voting for August primary and future elections
As of July 18, GVSU will offer on-campus voting and voting services for all upcoming elections, including the August primary.
Jul 18, 2022
Politically active junior selected for Campus Compact fellowship program
Christina Vann, a junior who is majoring in public and nonprofit administration, was named to the incoming class of Newman Civic Fellows, an initiative of Campus Compact.
Mar 11, 2022
Grand Valley again named a Voter Friendly Campus
Grand Valley has been selected as one of 231 higher education institutions across the country to receive a Voter Friendly Campus designation for 2021-22.
Mar 11, 2021
Public administration junior selected for national civic engagement fellowship
Sam Jacobs, a junior majoring in public administration, was named to the 2021 class of Newman Civic Fellows, an initiative of Campus Compact.
Mar 8, 2021
Dozens of GVSU students vote on campus; Mantella encourages dignity and respect
Dozens of Grand Valley students waited in line on Election Day to cast their ballot at the satellite Allendale Township Clerk's Office on campus.
Nov 3, 2020
Faculty, staff can use paid time off to vote, work polls November 3
Faculty and staff members can use paid time off to vote and/or work the polls in the 2020 presidential election under new guidance from Human Resources.
Oct 8, 2020
