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Mission
We inspire and support learning for all Lakers.
Vision
To be a national leader in innovative and inclusive student affairs practice — where students and staff thrive, teams lead with heart, and impact lasts a lifetime.
Guiding Principles
Well-being
We promote holistic wellness and supportive systems that uplift our community.
Equity, Belonging, and Accessibility
We cultivate inclusive environments where all people are seen, heard, and empowered.
Community of Care
We nurture a culture of empathy, respect, and connection where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued.
Accountability
We act with integrity, transparency, and responsibility, guided by our principles and informed by data.
Relationships
We foster open communication and authentic partnerships to break down barriers and reach shared goals.
Engagement
We enrich student life through dynamic, hands-on experiences that spark reflection, growth, and lifelong learning.
Division of Student Affairs Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Statement
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to continued excellence by learning, growing, and acting within our GVSU Laker community. We center students in everything we do and strive to create a safe and supportive environment for people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We acknowledge that the United States has a complex history of embedded and structural inequities that create barriers for many people to full participation in public life, including in higher education. By offering dynamic opportunities for culturally informed and responsive programming, and by fostering environments for brave and rich dialogue, we strive to promote a university community that values difference. Through this work, Grand Valley Lakers are empowered to challenge oppressive systems and cultures and to create socially diverse and just environments within Grand Valley State University and our society.
Resources to Navigate Executive Orders
Grand Valley has a dedicated webpage to help Lakers navigate executive orders and other federal actions that could affect higher education or members of the GVSU community. To learn more about the university resources available to you, visit the Division of People, Equity and Culture's website.
Upcoming Events
Craft with Campus Activities Board (CAB)
Get Crafty with Campus Activities Board (CAB)! Kick off the semester by creating something uniquely Laker! Join CAB to make your own GVSU-themed pennant to decorate your residence hall room or apartment, or design custom GVSU-inspired bracelets and key...
2026 Laker Kickoff
Well 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 f...
Laker Esports Center Opening Day!
This year we will once again be hosting the Laker Esports Centers opening day during Laker Kickoff! Come to our booth by the pond and then head into the LEC to kick off the 2026-2027 Esports season with a night of gaming and community!
Beach Clean-up
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. Please register for...
Tie Dye with Campus Activities Board (CAB)
Add some color to your Welcome Weekend with Campus Activities Board (CAB)! Join us on the Kirkhof East Lawn to create your own one-of-a-kind tie-dye masterpiece. Well provide all the tie-dye supplies, instructions, and everything you need to get creati...
Movie on the Field hosted by Campus Activities Board (CAB)
Unwind after Move-In Week with one of Campus Activities Boards (CAB) favorite traditions! Grab your blanket, bring your friends, and join us at Lubbers Stadium for an unforgettable movie night under the stars. Relax on the football field, enjoy the fre...