Welcome to the Office of Multicultural Affairs website.  Our office is located in the heart of our GVSU main campus in Allendale, Michigan.  Our mission is to support efforts in recruiting and retaining diverse students; to educate, engage and empower all students to live in a multicultural world; and to advocate for a socially just campus environment. 

Black Excellence Orientation

Laker Familia Orientation

What is a Student Success Coach?

A Student Success Coach is a professional staff member who can assist with academic, personal and cultural adjustments to a University setting. A Success Coach helps to empower students to develop skills for academic and personal success. 

Schedule Appointment

How can a Success Coach help me?

A Success Coach can help you with career exploration, goal setting, study skills, time management, campus involvement, campus resources and much more.

A Success Coach Can Provide:

• Career Exploration
• Academic Advising
• Study Skills and Planning
• Time Management
• Health, Wellness & Stress Management
• Transition to College
• Campus Involvement
• Goal-Setting & Decision Making