Your Path Forward
It's Your Path, but We're Here to Help!
You came here to get a degree, but like most of us, you may find yourself asking: “Why am I here at GVSU? and "What do I want to accomplish?” This can be challenging to answer, but the Student Success Network (SSN) is here to support you in finding your unique path at Grand Valley!
The topics here will assist you in:
- Determining the factors that affect decision-making
- Creating personal and academic goals
- Exploring future opportunities
- Approaching challenging obstacles
To Control or To Adapt
Develop your Locus of Control! Figuring out what factors you can and cannot control will help foster effective decision-making! Research has shown that developing a strong internal locus of control— the feeling that you control your own destiny — will help you feel less stressed.
Believe in Yourself
Self-Efficacy and Student Success
This video illustrates the importance of believing in yourself and recognizing that you belong at GVSU, as well as informs you about how your SSN faculty partner is available to assist you with achieving self-efficacy to promote your success as a student.
Fight for Yourself
Self-Advocacy
This video highlights action steps such as planning, balancing your workload, organizing, and seeking help.
Sense of Belonging
This video suggests ways to cope with anxiety and depression by finding where you belong.
Develop Your Mindset: Need Help?
Everyone feels adrift at some point in college and experiences periods of wondering what direction to head in. Be sure to talk with your advisor, faculty partner, peers, and course professors. You are not alone!
Plan for Your Future
Your time in college isn't just about classes—it's about figuring out where you're headed next. Explore career options, set goals that match your interests, and start building connections that will help you beyond graduation.
College life affects your physical health, mental health, and overall wellbeing. These resources help you build healthy habits, get support when you need it, and take care of yourself while managing everything else.