Laker Dock is GVSU’s official digital hub, your one-stop portal for course apps, campus services, announcements, and everything related to academic and campus life. Think of it as your dashboard to myBanner, Blackboard, Google apps, student news, and more—all in one place. Visit it on desktop at dock.gvsu.edu or download the mobile app

1. Visit dock.gvsu.edu on your browser or download the Laker Dock app from the app store
2. Sign in using your myGVSU/Okta credentials.
3. Explore the dashboard. We recommend:
   1. Adding Blackboard to your favorites
   2. Checking out the Announcements and Student Tools section
   3. Exploring Campus Resources for quick links to support services
4. Want a walkthrough? Click to watch the official Laker Dock tutorial video

When you’re balancing classes, practices, and travel, Laker Dock keeps everything at your fingertips. Skip the hassle of hopping between platforms—just log in once and you’ve got:

1. Blackboard and course materials
2. Campus alerts or announcements
3. Academic tools (Navigate, myPath, etc.)
4. Links to offices like Financial Aid, Career Center, and more

It’s also mobile-friendly, so you can access everything right from your phone.

• Bookmark Laker Dock in your browser or on your phone home screen for easy access
• Start your day by logging in to stay ahead of class updates, advising notices, and event info

Teamworks serves as your centralized hub for communication, scheduling, travel management, file sharing, compliance tracking, and more. Whether you're a student-athlete, coach, or staff member, Teamworks helps you stay organized and connected—all in one app.

Think of it as your digital playbook for managing team logistics, academic support, and real-time updates. Accessible on mobile and desktop, Teamworks keeps everything you need at your fingertips.

Visit teamworks.com to learn more or download the Teamworks app from your device's app store.

1. Download the Teamworks app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
2. Log in using your institution-provided credentials (usually sent via email or team staff).
3. Set up your profile and customize your preferences.
4. Explore the app. We recommend:
   1. Syncing your calendar for practice, travel, and class schedules
   2. Enabling push notifications for important updates
   3. Using the Messages tab to stay in touch with coaches and teammates
   4. Uploading necessary documents via File Sharing

When you’re managing your schedule between athletics, academics, and personal life, Teamworks simplifies everything. Instead of juggling multiple platforms or group chats, you can find all your team communication and tasks in one place.

With Teamworks, you get:

1. Centralized team schedules and travel plans
2. Secure communication with coaches, staff, and teammates
3. Academic reminders and progress tracking
4. Forms, compliance, and wellness check-ins
5. Alerts and last-minute changes sent directly to your phone

It’s mobile-friendly, secure, and built with athletes in mind.

• Enable calendar sync to keep all your team events and classes in one view
• Check in daily to stay ahead of schedule changes, wellness surveys, and travel details
• Use the Files section for easy access to team information

Blackboard 

Provides access to all course materials including readings, assignments, and gradebook

Handshake

Career and job openings which includes internships, professional development opportunities, and full-time positions

Laker Guardian App

Quickly contact campus police, set safety timers for walks, and share your location with friends or officers to stay safe on and off campus.

Click to Learn more about Laker Guardian

Transit 

GVSU Transportation Directions & Schedules

CamScanner

Free document scanner that can send directly to laptop from phone via QR code

Talculator

Free TI-84 calculator for iPhone or try Wabbitemu on Android

Notability

Notetaking and planner tool with variety of templates available 

Anki App

Flashcard and review card making app

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