Counseling Center

Lakers Keep Lakers Safe initiative invites students to build a stronger, healthier campus community

The new campus-wide initiative offers students the opportunity to take a pledge to take care of one another, and provides them with the resources needed to help themselves and others.

Sep 19, 2023


10 things every incoming Laker must know

Students are headed back to campus! As Grand Valley comes to life for another great year, here are 10 things that every incoming Laker should know.

Aug 18, 2023


Top 10 events to attend during your first months at GVSU

Students are back and campus has come to life! University departments are hosting many events during the next few months that you won't want to miss. Below is a list of events that you should check out during your first few months at Grand Valley.

Aug 22, 2022


President's message: Texas mass shooting

President Philomena V. Mantella reacted to the mass shooting at a Texas elementary school and highlighted university resources available to support campus community members in a May 25 message.

May 25, 2022


Promoting positive mental health: Counseling Center offers resources to navigate challenges during COVID-19

The University Counseling Center recognizes the new challenges brought on by the pandemic and is dedicated to promoting the mental health of the student body through counseling, education and consultation.

Feb 15, 2021


New app for GVSU faculty, staff members supports student mental health needs

The GV Mental Health app was developed by the University Counseling Center (UCC) by working with GVSU's Applied Computing Institute and several undergraduate and graduate Computer Science students. The app is free and available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Oct 5, 2020


Virtual, self-guided workshops from GVSU Counseling Center offer resources for students

To help Grand Valley students with challenges that come from a new academic year and the ongoing pandemic, Grand Valley's University Counseling Center has developed a series of virtual workshops.

Sep 29, 2020


Free, confidential screenings on National Depression Screening Day

The Counseling Center will participate in National Depression Screening Day October 3, by offering brief, confidential screenings on the Allendale and Grand Rapids campuses.

Oct 1, 2019


Panels from AIDS memorial quilt will be on campus

Grand Valley's Student Services and Inclusion and Equity departments have teamed to bring panels from the NAMES Project Foundation AIDS Memorial Quilt to campus next week prior to World AIDS Day on December 1.

Nov 21, 2018


Free and confidential screenings offered on National Depression Screening Day

Students can complete a brief, confidential screening on campus, and will have the opportunity to meet with a counselor after to discuss results.

Oct 2, 2018