Compete in the 2026 Contest
Show off your Laker spirit this Homecoming by participating in the GVSU Homecoming Office Decorating Competition! During the week of Homecoming, we invite all departments/units to transform their outer-facing windows and internal office spaces into vibrant displays of GV pride!
Inspired by the Division of Student Affairs 2023 Homecoming Office Decorating Competition.
September 28-October 2
It's time to start gathering supplies! Decorating for the competition begins Monday, September 28, the week of Homecoming. Enter your photos by Friday, October 2 at 5 p.m. to compete.
Guidelines & Rules
- No paints of any kind; window markers are acceptable.
- Out of respect for our custodial colleagues, cleaning is the responsibility of the department and should be cleaned the following week.
- Decorations must reflect Laker spirit; signature blue/black/white is encouraged.
- Each unit will be responsible for providing their own decorations/supplies.
Enter to Win
Enter your department or unit's office into the contest by uploading up to 5 photos of your decor.
No office decoration is too small! All offices on the Valley Campus, City Campus, and Regional Locations are encouraged to participate.
Vote For Your Favorites
All GVSU faculty and staff will be eligible to vote for their favorite office decor! Voting will begin Monday, October 5, and will remain open through the Tuesday after homecoming, October 6.
Win Prizes
It's a battle of the campuses! Winners will be selected for the Valley Campus, City Campus, and Regional Locations.
Past Decorations
Dress Up for Spirit Week
Show your Laker pride all week long during spirit week:
- Tuesday (9/29), Twin Day: Coordinate your looks with a GVSU colleague to match for the day!
- Wednesday (9/30), Dress Like Louie: Channel our favorite Laker! Break out the nautical gear, stripes, and sailor-inspired looks.
- Thursday (10/1), Black Out: It’s time to switch it up - wear GV black from head to toe!
- Friday (10/2), Laker Spirit Day: Finish Homecoming Week strong and fill the campus with Laker blue!