Civic Engagement at GVSU
Preparing students to become active, global citizens who are committed to a life of community engagement and democratic participation.
-Margaret Mead
Upcoming Events
State of the Student Body
February 13, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
As the official student government of Grand Valley State University, we work each day with our fellow Laker students, faculty, staff, and campus administration to improve the student experience...
Student Senate General Assembly
March 13, 2025 5:15 PM - 7:15 PM
General meeting of the Student Senate. All meetings are open to the public. RSVP on LakerLink
Drop-In Days of Service 3/18
March 18, 2025 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Drop-in Days of Service are on-campus opportunities for students to "drop in" and complete service projects for service hours. They are located on GVSU's Allendale Campus in Kirkhof Center....
Student Senate General Assembly
March 20, 2025 5:15 PM - 7:15 PM
General meeting of the Student Senate. All meetings are open to the public. RSVP on LakerLink
Blood Drive 3/27
March 27, 2025 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Help with the need for blood donations with Versiti Blood Center of MI! Visit here for more details: https://www.gvsu.edu/service/blood-drives-59.htm RSVP on LakerLink
Drop-In Days of Service 4/8
April 8, 2025 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Drop-in Days of Service are on-campus opportunities for students to "drop in" and complete service projects for service hours. They are located on GVSU's Allendale Campus in Kirkhof Center....
Recognition

2020 Presidential Election "Gold Campus"
Excellence in Student Voter Engagement

2018 Midterm Election "Gold Campus"
Excellence in Student Voter Engagement

2016 Presidential Election "Bronze Campus"
Excellence in Student Voter Engagement

2020-2021
Voter Friendly Campus!

2019 NASPA Civic Learning Democratic
Engagement Collaborative Program Award

2019 NASPA Gold Excellence Award
GVSU Votes!