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The Office of Student Support and Belonging supports GVSU learners academic and personal development through coordinated learning experiences, personal and professional support services, and academic success coaching.  Our OSSB scholars, their families, faculty, and staff can look to the Office of Student Support and Belonging for resources that will assist learners transition to GVSU, navigate their educational experience, and plan for their long-term success- particularly students in need of additional pre-college preparation. Our staff work to help students cultivate a deep sense of belonging, so they feel connected to campus, create positive relationships, and develop life-long attachments as an essential part of their time at GVSU.

Success Coaching

Personalized mentorship, skill development, and holistic support.

Academic Guidance

Individualized support to achieve academic goals and success.

Community Building

Fostering belonging through meaningful connections and shared experiences.

"Having the ability to work alongside a coach to keep me on track and check-in with me as needed has been a great tool to ensure that I am on the right track and that I am on top of things even in the most hectic of times throughout the year."

-Oliver Wilson Scholars Student

Page last modified October 15, 2025