News from Grand Valley State University

Hospitality and Tourism Management

Student 'behind' Louie the Laker revealed

When Jake Kowalski was in high school, he filled in as a dairy company's mascot to attract people to a promotional event. Since then, he has been hooked on the entertaining lifestyle of being a mascot. When he was accepted at Grand Valley four years ago, Kowalski set his sights on moving up in world of mascots; he wanted to be Louie the Laker.

May 17, 2017




GVSU project wins governor's award

The Michigan Cares for Tourism project received the 2016 Governor's Award for Innovative Tourism Collaboration.

Jul 20, 2016






Initiative connects campus to community

The Engaged Department Initiative aims to increase the supportive culture of community-based learning and scholarship in West Michigan.

Dec 3, 2015