Civic Engagement at GVSU

Preparing students to become active, global citizens who are committed to a life of community engagement and democratic participation.


"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."

 -Margaret Mead


Upcoming Events

5 Days of Service - Advocating for Animals

March 19, 2024 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Help support animals by making DIY toys and blankets for the Humane Society of West Michigan. For more information on this event, as well as other 5 Days of Service Events, visit www.gvsu.edu/service/5days....

5 Days of Service - Cultivating Community: Meals on Wheels

March 20, 2024 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Join Meals on Wheels in decorating lunch bags to brighten the day of those who receive assistance from the organization. For more information on the event, as well as other 5 Days of Service events,...

5 Days of Service - Cultivating Community: Letters Against Depression

March 20, 2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join one of GVSU's student orgs, Connections Through Conversations, in writing letters to people who are struggling with depression as well as make "hugs" (bracelets, pictures, bookmarks,...

Politics in Color

March 20, 2024 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

This event aims to be a dynamic and inclusive kick off civic engagement event hosted at Grand Valley State University, bringing together students, faculty, and the wider community to foster...

5 Days of Service - Nurturing Nature: Campus Clean Up & Yard Yoga

March 21, 2024 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Help make GVSU's Allendale campus cleaner, then participate in a yoga session on the Kirkhof Lawn. If poor weather occurs, yoga will be taking place in Kirkhof Center Fusion South seating area....

5 Days of Service - Pick your Passion: Kids Food Basket

March 22, 2024 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Help decorate lunch bags for Kids' Food Basket's for their lunch bag drive. For more information on the event, as well as other 5 Days of Service events, visit www.gvsu.edu/service/5days. RSVP...

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Recognition

2020 Presidential Election "Gold Campus"

2020 Presidential Election "Gold Campus"

Excellence in Student Voter Engagement

2018 Midterm Election "Gold Campus"

2018 Midterm Election "Gold Campus"

Excellence in Student Voter Engagement

Bronze ribbon with text that reads "All In: Bronze Campus. 50-59% voting rate. Excellence in student voter engagement. Presidential 2016 election.

2016 Presidential Election "Bronze Campus"

Excellence in Student Voter Engagement

Voter Friendly Campus: We Empower Students to Engage with Democracy

2020-2021

Voter Friendly Campus!

NASPA 2019 CLDE Knowledge Community Collaborative Program Award

2019 NASPA Civic Learning Democratic

Engagement Collaborative Program Award 

NASPA 2019 gold Excellence Award for Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement

2019 NASPA Gold Excellence Award

GVSU Votes! 




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