Ausar Martin
My inspirations tend to begin as a gentle nudging that expands as an unquestionable certainty.
Adult Learner Events
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The Career Center supports adult learners at GVSU by helping them connect to each other and GVSU staff. Adult learner specific events provide ways for adults on campus to find one and other as well as access information about their programs, careers, and more.
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Upcoming Events
Adult Learner Events
JCPenney Suit Up - Fall 2026
October 2, 2026 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Come to JCPenney at the Rivertown Mall in Grandville to save up to 45% off suits and other work apparel. This discount is available exclusively to Grand Valley students, alumni, faculty, staff, friends...
Prepare for the Career Fair (City)
October 5, 2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Are you preparing for the upcoming Fall GVSU Career and Internship Fair, but not quite sure where to start? The Career Center will be hosting a drop-in event to help you refine your resume, formulate...
Prepare for the Career Fair (Valley)
October 6, 2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Are you preparing for the upcoming Winter GVSU Career and Internship Fair, but not quite sure where to start? The Career Center will be hosting a drop-in event to help you refine your resume,...
GVSU Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair
October 13, 2026 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Fall Career & Internship Fair is an excellent place to kick off your job or internship search, or to begin networking with organizations looking to hire Grand Valley students and alumni of...
Careers in a Lab
November 16, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us to explore part-time and full-time job opportunities in the Lab Sciences field! This event provides students the chance to hear from various employers in the Lab Sciences industry. You'll...
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Current GVSU Adult Learners
Michael Presson
What's helped me stay grounded is always reminding myself why I returned to school in the first place, to build a career that would ultimately give me more quality time with my family.
Vanessa Pena
It's about pursing your dreams and making them into reality. It's your life and the time will pass one way or another so do something that you know will make you a better version of yourself.
Kayla Myers
I decided I wanted to finally do something for myself and be the first in my family to (somewhat) traditionally earn my degree.
Gabby Dewey
I started looking into it...and started on my dream of being an anthropologist.