BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//GVSU//GVSU Calendar 0.1//EN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260828T180000 DTEND:20260828T230000 DESCRIPTION:We'\;ll be kicking the fall semester off with the \;annual Laker Kickoff on Friday\, August 28 from 6 to 11 p.m. Our newest students will join fellow Lakers and their living communities in Lubbers Stadium at 6 p.m. to start off the evening with a pre-party featuring the Laker Marching Band\, special performances\, a welcome from President Mantella\, and the 2026 class photo! \;This will be followed by a lawn party you won'\;t want to miss over at the Kirkhof Center by the Cook Carillon Clocktower. This event will include fun activities\, a DJ\, carnival games\, food options\, and more. You'\;ll want to stick around for the drone and fireworks show at 9\:15 p.m. to really start off the fall semester with a bang! We'\;ll see you there\, Lakers! SUMMARY:2026 Laker Kickoff PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260829T080000 DTEND:20260829T090000 DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Grand Valley students and volunteer to clean up the beach in beautiful Grand Haven\, Michigan. Meet in Kirkhof Pere Marquette Room 2204 at 8\:00 a.m. \;for check-in and we will take the bus together. Buses leave at 8\:30 a.m.\n\n\n\nPlease register for this event online. Contact us at \;service@gvsu.edu \;if you have any questions. SUMMARY:Beach Clean-up PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260829T190000 DTEND:20260829T220000 DESCRIPTION:Whether you are mega athletic or not-so-much\, come play some yard games\, ultimate frisbee\, or just hang out & get to know people! No matter what you like to do\, we'd love to meet you at Field 1 \:)Competencies\:Connection and Belonging SUMMARY:CM Ultimate Frisbee & Yard Games PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260830T170000 DTEND:20260830T200000 DESCRIPTION:While GVSU is hosting Campus Life Night\, we will be out in front of the Cook Dewitt Center to meet people and answer any questions you may have! Come stop by\, say hi\, and grab some free stuff on your way to or from seeing all the student organizations.\n\nWe'll also have a table at CLN - see you there!Competencies\:Connection and Belonging SUMMARY:CM Open House PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260830T180000 DTEND:20260830T200000 DESCRIPTION:**What is Campus Life Night?**\nThe best spot on campus to...\nget involved and learning something new about GVSU! \n\n**Why should you go to Campus Life Night?**\nMAKE CONNECTIONS\nMeet your new community at Campus Life Night through the 300+ student organizations\, campus departments\, and local businesses/non-profits in attendance at the event. This is a great time to hear what everyone has planned for the fall semester and beyond!\n\n**FREE STUFF AND ACTIVITIES!**\nTons of games\, activities\, and free stuff will be offered at different tables. This is the place to get your free GV swag! Prizes vary from\:\n\n- Cups\n- Bags\n- Shirts\n- Candy\n- and more...Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and BelongingCollaboration and Creativity SUMMARY:Campus Life Night PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260830T200000 DTEND:20260830T213000 DESCRIPTION:The first Campus Ministry service of the year! Come worship\, learn\, and hang out with us. You don't need to bring anything besides yourself\, dress in a specific way\, or have a specific faith background. All are welcome!\n\nThis will get started just as Campus Life Night is finishing\, so stop by! If you find yourself early\, just come hang out by the Clock Tower and we'll have yard games and a bunch of people hanging out until the service.Competencies\:Connection and Belonging SUMMARY:CM Kickoff Service PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260831T170000 DTEND:20260831T200000 DESCRIPTION:Come hang out on the LIbrary Lawn for FREE food\, inflatables\, yard games\, and cool people! No catch\, just come hang out!Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and Belonging SUMMARY:FREE Cookout & Carnival PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260901T140000 DTEND:20260901T160000 DESCRIPTION:Pause during Welcome Week and visit the University Counseling Center table in Kirkhof to write a postcard to your future self. Well mail it to you at the end of the academic year  a simple way to start your year with intention and self-compassion!Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentHealth and Well-being SUMMARY:To My Future Self Postcards Pop-Up with the UCC PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260902T150000 DTEND:20260902T180000 DESCRIPTION:Meet the Greeks is an exciting campus event where students can connect with members of Greek life organizations\, learn about their values and traditions\, and explore opportunities for leadership\, service\, scholarship\, and friendship. Stop by to meet chapters\, ask questions\, and discover which community might be the right fit for you.Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and BelongingCollaboration and Creativity SUMMARY:Meet the Greeks PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260903T190000 DTEND:20260903T230000 DESCRIPTION:Kick off the season under the lights at Lubbers Stadium as the Grand Valley State University Lakers open the 2026 home football season on Thursday\, September 3 at 7\:00 p.m. Celebrate the first week of classes by joining thousands of Lakers fans for one of the most anticipated nights of the year.\nThe excitement starts well before kickoff\, with tailgating beginning at 3\:00 p.m. Gather your friends\, enjoy the pregame atmosphere\, and get ready for an unforgettable night of Laker football.\n\nGVSU takes on a historically successful West Texas A&M team in a matchup of high-level competition with promises of an electric atmosphere. The night also marks the return of our annual WHITE OUT\, so grab your best white lakers gear and pack the student section.\n\nThere's no better way to start the school year than cheering on the Lakers with your friends. Be loud\, wear white\, and rally behind the Lakers as they begin the season at home!Competencies\:Connection and Belonging SUMMARY:Football Home Opener PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260907T150000 DTEND:20260907T180000 DESCRIPTION:Labor Day Cookout is a community gathering to celebrate the Labor Day holiday with great food\, games\, music\, and fellowship. Join us for a relaxing afternoon of grilling\, socializing\, and enjoying the holiday with friends and neighbors.Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and Belonging SUMMARY:Labor Day Cookout PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260910T130000 DTEND:20260910T140000 DESCRIPTION:Looking to Make a Difference or Gain Real-World Experience? Explore dozens of meaningful volunteer and internship opportunities at the Non-Profit Volunteer and Internship Fair at KIRKHOF CENTER NORTH LAWN\, Allendale campus\, GVSU. SUMMARY:Non-Profit Volunteer & Internship Fair PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260913T100000 DTEND:20260913T160000 DESCRIPTION:Panhellenic Recruitment Preference Round is the final stage of the recruitment process\, offering potential new members a deeper look into the sororities they are most interested in joining. Through meaningful conversations and special chapter traditions\, participants can reflect on their experiences and make informed decisions about membership.Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and Belonging SUMMARY:Panhellenic Recruitment\: Preference Round PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260914T200000 DTEND:20260914T220000 DESCRIPTION:Panhellenic Recruitment Bid Day is a celebratory event where potential new members receive and open their membership invitations from Panhellenic sororities. Join the excitement as new members meet their chapters\, celebrate new friendships\, and begin their Greek life journey.Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and Belonging SUMMARY:Panhellenic Recruitment\: Bid Day PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260915T173000 DTEND:20260915T183000 DESCRIPTION:This program dispels common misconceptions about suicide\, helps individuals recognize the warning signs of suicide\, and empowers GVSU community members to save lives using the nationally-recognized QPR method of suicide prevention. It also allows students\, faculty\, and staff to examine the issue of suicide from both a social and multicultural perspective while considering their own role in preventing suicide.\n\n**INT 100 & 201 Approved!**Competencies\:Experiential and Engaged LearningHealth and Well-being SUMMARY:QPR\: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260915T190000 DTEND:20260915T200000 DESCRIPTION:Attend and learn more about GVSU's only social sorority for women & nonbinary individuals in STEM\, Alpha Sigma Kappa. \nSign up for our recruitment here\: https\://forms.gle/Vejio42EnrYfedQu8Competencies\:Connection and BelongingLeadership and Career Development SUMMARY:Alpha Sigma Kappa Info Night PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260915T200000 DTEND:20260915T220000 DESCRIPTION:IFC Recruitment Orientation is an introductory event that prepares prospective members for the IFC recruitment process. Learn about recruitment expectations\, review important information and dates\, and get answers to your questions before recruitment begins.Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and BelongingCollaboration and Creativity SUMMARY:IFC Recruitment\: Orientation PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260917T180000 DTEND:20260917T190000 DESCRIPTION:Unnatural Causes is a documentary series that explores the effects of social factors on health and health care in the United States. It focuses specifically on race\, socioeconomic standing\, geography\, and gender in its examination of well-being and longevity among Americans\, attempting to answer the question\, "\;Is inequality making us sick?"\;. The Unnatural Causes series includes seven short documentaries (one each week) followed by instructor-led discussion and application of concepts among participants.\n\n\n\nThis event is INT 100 &\; INT 201 Approved! \n\n\n\nView more information about this event SUMMARY:Unnatural Causes PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DESCRIPTION:Laker families and supporters are invited to campus for a weekend full of events and activities including the popular Family Day football game. SUMMARY:2026 Laker Family Weekend PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DESCRIPTION:Laker families and supporters are invited to campus for a weekend full of events and activities including the popular Family Day football game. SUMMARY:2026 Laker Family Weekend PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DESCRIPTION:Laker families and supporters are invited to campus for a weekend full of events and activities including the popular Family Day football game. SUMMARY:2026 Laker Family Weekend PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260926T110000 DTEND:20260926T130000 DESCRIPTION:IFC Bid Day is a celebratory event where prospective members receive and accept invitations to join IFC fraternities. Where these new members connect with their chapters\, build lasting friendships\, and begin their fraternity experience.Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and Belonging SUMMARY:IFC Recruitment\: Bid Day PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261008T100000 DTEND:20261008T160000 DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Screening Days shine the spotlight on various mental health concerns by educating our campus\, spreading a message of hope\, and putting lifesaving resources into the hands of those in need.\n\nThe University Counseling Center is offering free and completely confidential mental health screenings to all GVSU students\, faculty\, and staff. This is an opportunity to have a brief and private check-in on your mental health through the use of validated screening resources. Even if you are not experiencing mental health concerns\, we encourage you to participate and spread the word! Mental health screenings only take five minutes to complete\, and you'll receive a free goodie bag (while supplies last)!\n\nLet's build a movement to raise awareness and support those affected by mental illness!Competencies\:Health and Well-being SUMMARY:Mental Health Screening Day PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261012T150000 DTEND:20261012T160000 DESCRIPTION:This program dispels common misconceptions about suicide\, helps individuals recognize the warning signs of suicide\, and empowers GVSU community members to save lives using the nationally-recognized QPR method of suicide prevention. It also allows students\, faculty\, and staff to examine the issue of suicide from both a social and multicultural perspective while considering their own role in preventing suicide.\n\n**INT 100 & 201 Approved!**Competencies\:Experiential and Engaged LearningHealth and Well-being SUMMARY:QPR\: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261022T180000 DTEND:20261022T190000 DESCRIPTION:Unnatural Causes is a documentary series that explores the effects of social factors on health and health care in the United States. It focuses specifically on race\, socioeconomic standing\, geography\, and gender in its examination of well-being and longevity among Americans\, attempting to answer the question\, "\;Is inequality making us sick?"\;. The Unnatural Causes series includes seven short documentaries (one each week) followed by instructor-led discussion and application of concepts among participants.\n\n\n\nThis event is INT 100 &\; INT 201 Approved! \n\n\n\nView more information about this event SUMMARY:Unnatural Causes PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261029T180000 DTEND:20261029T203000 DESCRIPTION:What is our collective responsibility for how we talk to one another in this country? How much is public discourse influenced by our individual choices online? And in what ways might our online participation be influenced by algorithms and artificial intelligence?\n\n\n\nAt a time when digital platforms increasingly shape public discourse\, the need to reflect on how to foster healthy dialogue has never been more urgent.  \;The 12th annual Padnos/Sarosik Civil Discourse Symposium\, \;Ethics &\; Responsibility in Online Spaces\, invites us to reflect upon ways public discourse is shaped by how we each participate online\, and how our critical engagement with digital technologies can help us resist these influences.\n\n\n\nPlease join us for a community conversation about the civic role of digital literacy skills as an ethical practice and responsibility to foster constructive discourse. SUMMARY:12th Annual Civil Discourse Symposium\: Ethics & Responsibility in Online Spaces PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261104T173000 DTEND:20261104T183000 DESCRIPTION:This program dispels common misconceptions about suicide\, helps individuals recognize the warning signs of suicide\, and empowers GVSU community members to save lives using the nationally-recognized QPR method of suicide prevention. It also allows students\, faculty\, and staff to examine the issue of suicide from both a social and multicultural perspective while considering their own role in preventing suicide.\n\n**INT 100 & 201 Approved!**Competencies\:Experiential and Engaged LearningHealth and Well-being SUMMARY:QPR\: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261112T180000 DTEND:20261112T190000 DESCRIPTION:Unnatural Causes is a documentary series that explores the effects of social factors on health and health care in the United States. It focuses specifically on race\, socioeconomic standing\, geography\, and gender in its examination of well-being and longevity among Americans\, attempting to answer the question\, "\;Is inequality making us sick?"\;. The Unnatural Causes series includes seven short documentaries (one each week) followed by instructor-led discussion and application of concepts among participants.\n\n\n\nThis event is INT 100 &\; INT 201 Approved! \n\n\n\nView more information about this event SUMMARY:Unnatural Causes PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261117T160000 DTEND:20261117T180000 DESCRIPTION:Greek Standards & Assessment Program\: Exhibit Fair is an event where chapters showcase their accomplishments\, initiatives\, and progress throughout the year. Attendees can explore exhibits\, learn about Greek life standards\, and engage with members to better understand how organizations meet and uphold community expectations.Competencies\:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and BelongingCollaboration and Creativity SUMMARY:Greek Standards & Assessment Program\: Exhibit Fair PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261201T120000 DTEND:20261201T130000 DESCRIPTION:This program dispels common misconceptions about suicide\, helps individuals recognize the warning signs of suicide\, and empowers GVSU community members to save lives using the nationally-recognized QPR method of suicide prevention. It also allows students\, faculty\, and staff to examine the issue of suicide from both a social and multicultural perspective while considering their own role in preventing suicide. SUMMARY:QPR\: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270126T173000 DTEND:20270126T183000 DESCRIPTION:This program dispels common misconceptions about suicide\, helps individuals recognize the warning signs of suicide\, and empowers GVSU community members to save lives using the nationally-recognized QPR method of suicide prevention. It also allows students\, faculty\, and staff to examine the issue of suicide from both a social and multicultural perspective while considering their own role in preventing suicide. SUMMARY:QPR\: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270128T180000 DTEND:20270128T190000 DESCRIPTION:Unnatural Causes is a documentary series that explores the effects of social factors on health and health care in the United States. It focuses specifically on race\, socioeconomic standing\, geography\, and gender in its examination of well-being and longevity among Americans\, attempting to answer the question\, "\;Is inequality making us sick?"\;. The Unnatural Causes series includes seven short documentaries (one each week) followed by instructor-led discussion and application of concepts among participants.\n\n\n\nThis event is INT 100 &\; INT 201 Approved! \n\n\n\nView more information about this event SUMMARY:Unnatural Causes PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270218T120000 DTEND:20270218T130000 DESCRIPTION:This program dispels common misconceptions about suicide\, helps individuals recognize the warning signs of suicide\, and empowers GVSU community members to save lives using the nationally-recognized QPR method of suicide prevention. It also allows students\, faculty\, and staff to examine the issue of suicide from both a social and multicultural perspective while considering their own role in preventing suicide. SUMMARY:QPR\: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270218T180000 DTEND:20270218T190000 DESCRIPTION:Unnatural Causes is a documentary series that explores the effects of social factors on health and health care in the United States. It focuses specifically on race\, socioeconomic standing\, geography\, and gender in its examination of well-being and longevity among Americans\, attempting to answer the question\, "\;Is inequality making us sick?"\;. The Unnatural Causes series includes seven short documentaries (one each week) followed by instructor-led discussion and application of concepts among participants.\n\n\n\nThis event is INT 100 &\; INT 201 Approved! \n\n\n\nView more information about this event SUMMARY:Unnatural Causes PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270318T180000 DTEND:20270318T190000 DESCRIPTION:Unnatural Causes is a documentary series that explores the effects of social factors on health and health care in the United States. It focuses specifically on race\, socioeconomic standing\, geography\, and gender in its examination of well-being and longevity among Americans\, attempting to answer the question\, "\;Is inequality making us sick?"\;. The Unnatural Causes series includes seven short documentaries (one each week) followed by instructor-led discussion and application of concepts among participants.\n\n\n\nThis event is INT 100 &\; INT 201 Approved! \n\n\n\nView more information about this event SUMMARY:Unnatural Causes PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270324T173000 DTEND:20270324T183000 DESCRIPTION:This program dispels common misconceptions about suicide\, helps individuals recognize the warning signs of suicide\, and empowers GVSU community members to save lives using the nationally-recognized QPR method of suicide prevention. It also allows students\, faculty\, and staff to examine the issue of suicide from both a social and multicultural perspective while considering their own role in preventing suicide. SUMMARY:QPR\: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270325T100000 DTEND:20270325T160000 DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Screening Days shine the spotlight on various mental health concerns by educating our campus\, spreading a message of hope\, and putting lifesaving resources into the hands of those in need.\n\nThe University Counseling Center is offering free and completely confidential mental health screenings to all GVSU students\, faculty\, and staff. This is an opportunity to have a brief and private check-in on your mental health through the use of validated screening resources. Even if you are not experiencing mental health concerns\, we encourage you to participate and spread the word! Mental health screenings only take five minutes to complete\, and you'll receive a free goodie bag (while supplies last)!\n\nLet's build a movement to raise awareness and support those affected by mental illness!Competencies\:Health and Well-being SUMMARY:Mental Health Screening Day PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270401T180000 DTEND:20270401T190000 DESCRIPTION:Unnatural Causes is a documentary series that explores the effects of social factors on health and health care in the United States. It focuses specifically on race\, socioeconomic standing\, geography\, and gender in its examination of well-being and longevity among Americans\, attempting to answer the question\, "\;Is inequality making us sick?"\;. The Unnatural Causes series includes seven short documentaries (one each week) followed by instructor-led discussion and application of concepts among participants.\n\n\n\nThis event is INT 100 &\; INT 201 Approved! \n\n\n\nView more information about this event SUMMARY:Unnatural Causes PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270412T150000 DTEND:20270412T160000 DESCRIPTION:This program dispels common misconceptions about suicide\, helps individuals recognize the warning signs of suicide\, and empowers GVSU community members to save lives using the nationally-recognized QPR method of suicide prevention. It also allows students\, faculty\, and staff to examine the issue of suicide from both a social and multicultural perspective while considering their own role in preventing suicide. SUMMARY:QPR\: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR