Laker Welcome Events Schedule
Full Laker Welcome 2026 details will be announced later this summer! Please check back!
2026 Laker Kickoff
Friday, August 28, 2026
6:00
p.m.
- 11:00
p.m.
Well be kicking the fall semester off with the annual Laker Kickoff on Friday, August 28 from 6 to 11 p.m. Our newest students will join fellow Lakers and their living communities in Lubbers Stadium at 6 p.m. to start off the evening with a pre-party f...
CM Free Cookout and Carnival
Saturday, August 29, 2026
7:00
a.m.
- 10:00
p.m.
Whether you are mega athletic or not-so-much, come play some yard games, ultimate frisbee, or just hang out d love to meet you at Field 1 by Laker Village :)
Beach Clean-up
Saturday, August 29, 2026
8:00
a.m.
Join fellow Grand Valley students and volunteer to clean up the beach in beautiful Grand Haven, Michigan. Meet in Kirkhof Pere Marquette Room 2204 at 8:00 a.m. for check-in and we will take the bus together. Buses leave at 8:30 a.m. Contact us at servi...
CM Ultimate Frisbee & Yard Games
Saturday, August 29, 2026
7:00
p.m.
- 10:00
p.m.
Whether you are mega athletic or not-so-much, come play some yard games, ultimate frisbee, or just hang out & get to know people! No matter what you like to do, we'd love to meet you at Field 1 :)Competencies:Connection and Belonging
Campus Life Night
Sunday, August 30, 2026
6:00
p.m.
- 8:00
p.m.
**What is Campus Life Night?** The best spot on campus to... get involved and learning something new about GVSU! **Why should you go to Campus Life Night?** MAKE CONNECTIONS Meet your new community at Campus Life Night through the 300+ student organiza...
FREE Cookout & Carnival
Monday, August 31, 2026
5:00
p.m.
- 8:00
p.m.
Come hang out on the LIbrary Lawn for FREE food, inflatables, yard games, and cool people! No catch, just come hang out!Competencies:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and Belonging
To My Future Self Postcards Pop-Up with the UCC
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
2:00
p.m.
- 4:00
p.m.
Pause during Welcome Week and visit the University Counseling Center table in Kirkhof to write a postcard to your future self. Well mail it to you at the end of the academic year a simple way to start your year with intention and self-compassion!Com...
Rainbow Social
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
12:00
p.m.
- 3:00
p.m.
The Rainbow Social is a free event for GVSU students, faculty, and staff to gather, enjoy food, and explore campus and community resources.Brought to you by the Rainbow Resource Center, Rainbow Social is a free event for GVSU students, faculty, and sta...
Meet the Greeks
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
3:00
p.m.
- 6:00
p.m.
Meet the Greeks is an exciting campus event where students can connect with members of Greek life organizations, learn about their values and traditions, and explore opportunities for leadership, service, scholarship, and friendship. Stop by to meet ch...
Grand Valley State University Football vs West Texas A&M University
Thursday, September 3, 2026
7:00
p.m.
- 10:00
p.m.
Grand Valley State University Football vs West Texas A&M University