GVSU will move to REMOTE STATUS for Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 due to current and forecasted travel/road conditions. Students, faculty and staff, please check your email for details.
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
CANCELLED: MLK Jr. Day of Service and Solidarity (Approved INT 100/201)
January 24, 2026 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
This event has been cancelled due to inclement weather. Visit the website for more updates about MLK Commemoration Week events. For more information about service opportunities, visit gvsu.edu/service. The...
Blood Drives
January 28, 2026 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Help with the need for blood donations! You can donate with both Versiti and the Red Cross.
Blood Drives
February 3, 2026 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Help with the need for blood donations! You can donate with both Versiti and the Red Cross.
Drop-In Days of Service
February 13, 2026 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.
Blood Drives
February 24, 2026 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Help with the need for blood donations! You can donate with both Versiti and the Red Cross.
Drop-In Days of Service
March 6, 2026 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.
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!
