The Laker Marching Band
50th Anniversary
1977 - 2027
Founded in 1977, the Laker Marching Band has spent five decades bringing energy, pride, and tradition to Grand Valley State University. Fall 2027 marks our 50th anniversary, and we’re celebrating in a big way. Join us throughout the season for special events that honor our past, celebrate our present, and bring together generations of Lakers whose impact continues to shape the future of the band.
Events
Kickoff Celebration
The year-long celebration will officially being with a kickoff reception. The Planning Committee is in the process of finalizing the details.
Alumni Marching Band Performance
The Laker Alumni Marching Band will join the LMB at Lubbers Stadium during a GVSU football game.
Documenting Our History
The 50th Anniversary Planning Committee is undergoing a thorough dive into the history of the Laker Marching Band. As part of this history project, we encourage all alumni to share stories from their time in the Laker Marching Band.
Defining Our Legacy
As part of the Laker Marching Band’s 50th Anniversary celebration, the Laker Alumni Marching Band has launched an effort to establish an endowed scholarship to support current and future members of the band. This scholarship is being created to reduce financial barriers to participation, encourage continued involvement, and preserve the tradition, excellence, and community that define the Laker Marching Band.
Laker Marching Band Endowed Scholarship
While this initiative has officially begun, we are still actively working toward our fundraising goal to fully endow the scholarship. Every contribution helps move us closer to creating a lasting source of support for generations of Laker Marching Band students.