Thomas J. Haas has been president of Grand Valley State University for 10 years!

Grand Valley’s fourth president is so appreciated by students, they’ve given him the affectionate nickname T. Haas. He has shown his obvious love for students by getting to know as many as he can personally, and T. Haas has created countless memories that will be cherished by the GVSU community.

Events took place to celebrate, including the T. Haas 10 City Tour. Additionally, The Tom and Marcia Haas Power of 10 Endowed Scholarship was created and is being supported by students and alumni who want to give back to their favorite university president.

Don’t forget to sign the Memory Book and leave T. Haas a congratulatory message!

T. Haas Trivia

"My favorite song is 'Come Sail Away' by Styx. Marcia and my favorite song is 'What A Wonderful World' by Louis Armstrong. I enjoy all types of music including classical, country and western, as well as new age. My favorite group is Simon and Garfunkel. "

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Sean O Love 9

President Haas and I run into each other all the time at events, and he always greets me with smile and talks about the upcoming traditions. It's fantastic that not only does he make an effort to see...

Melanie M Love 1

My boyfriend, now husband, and I were at the first home game in Fall 2008. T. Haas joined the already crowded student section and cheered along with the rest of us. Before leaving, he made sure to...

Ebone A Love 3

I appreciate having a University President who takes time and involves his family in events that consists of getting to know the students at Grand Valley!

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