TRAINING LEADERS, DOERS, AND COMPLEX-PROBLEM SOLVERS TO COLLABORATE, EXCEL, AND CHANGE THE WORLD
The School of Interdisciplinary Studies is the departmental home for all majors, minors, and certificate programs in Brooks College. Our award-winning faculty are nationally recognized for their innovative scholarship that bridges fields, finds action-oriented solutions to complex, real-world problems, and supports students from all backgrounds to explore, create, and succeed.
Want to take ownership of your education? Seeking to make a positive difference in your life, community, and the world? Interested in making connections and developing relationships with colleagues that will help you do more and can last a lifetime?
See what we can achieve together!
Just launched - New Summer Program!
Summer in West Michigan provides students in ANY major the opportunity to have a rich and unique learning experience, earning 9 credits, while learning and working in West Michigan.
Why Summer in West Michigan?
· Learn from GVSU faculty, community leaders, and regional experts
· Work in worthwhile and fulfilling internships within the region
· Connect with the land, history, and culture surrounding Grand Valley State University and West Michigan
Events
Open Door Discussion: Grand Rapids PRIDE Connections
April 14, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Native Plants & Campus Landscaping (INT 100/201 approved)
April 14, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Combatting Human Trafficking (INT 100/201 approved)
April 15, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Knowledge Support Series: Managing Stress & Building Healthy Habits to Change Use
April 16, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Craftivism: Candle-Making for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (INT 100/201 approved)
April 21, 2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Toast to the Class of 2026
April 22, 2026 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Toast to the Class of 2026
April 22, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Knowledge Support Series: The ABC�s of CBD & THC
April 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Groundswell Student Project Showcase 2026
May 13, 2026 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM