Recreation and Wellness

Game Changers: Women-only esports team does well in premiere competition

The Laker Esports Center has intentionally hosted women-only game nights and recruited women and students from diverse genders to play on teams.

Apr 30, 2024


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


Joining national network advances health promotion, prevention strategies

The network advances strategic initiatives around the well-being of students, faculty and staff members.

Feb 8, 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


Lakers Dance Team wins national championships, goes viral on social media

Grand Valley won two national titles thanks to the help of a celebrity choreographer while a video of its performance has drawn more than 1.7 million views on TikTok.

May 12, 2022


Laker Esports Center opens, team competes against Davenport

The Laker Esports Center, located in the lower level of Kirkhof Center, officially opened January 18 when the club team competed against Davenport University.

Jan 18, 2022


Laker Family Appreciation Weekend Begins October 8

The Laker Family Appreciation Weekend, October 8-10, offers many in-person events for students and their supporters

Sep 28, 2021


Rest, relax and recharge: Recreation & Wellness encourages pressing pause

Just like your laptop and cell phone, you need time to recharge. The Recreation & Wellness team developed the Press Pause campaign to encourage students, faculty and staff members to rest, relax and refresh.

Feb 19, 2021


Photos: Explore parks and trails near GVSU

Whether you're looking for a quiet, outdoor place to study, or a Saturday hiking adventure, you don't have to go far from GVSU to find picturesque nature and outdoor activities.

Nov 2, 2020