Upcoming Events
2026 Laker Kickoff
Friday, August 28, 2026
6:00
p.m.
- 11:00
p.m.
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...
Beach Clean-up
Saturday, August 29, 2026
8:00
a.m.
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. Contact us at servi...
Campus Life Night
Sunday, August 30, 2026
6:00
p.m.
- 8:00
p.m.
**What is Campus Life Night?** The best spot on campus to... get involved and learning something new about GVSU! **Why should you go to Campus Life Night?** MAKE CONNECTIONS Meet your new community at Campus Life Night through the 300+ student organiza...
Rainbow Social
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
12:00
p.m.
- 3:00
p.m.
The Rainbow Social is a free event for GVSU students, faculty, and staff to gather, enjoy food, and explore campus and community resources.Brought to you by the Rainbow Resource Center, Rainbow Social is a free event for GVSU students, faculty, and sta...
Meet the Greeks
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
3:00
p.m.
- 6:00
p.m.
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 ch...
Labor Day Cookout
Monday, September 7, 2026
3:00
p.m.
- 6:00
p.m.
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...
Non-Profit Volunteer & Internship Fair
Thursday, September 10, 2026
1:00
p.m.
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.
Panhellenic Recruitment: Preference Round
Sunday, September 13, 2026
10:00
a.m.
- 4:00
p.m.
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 tradition...
Panhellenic Recruitment: Bid Day
Monday, September 14, 2026
8:00
p.m.
- 10:00
p.m.
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 t...
IFC Recruitment: Orientation
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
8:00
p.m.
- 10:00
p.m.
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 b...
Unnatural Causes
Thursday, September 17, 2026
6:00
p.m.
- 7:00
p.m.
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 lon...
2026 Laker Family Weekend
Friday, September 18, 2026
All Day
Laker families and supporters are invited to campus for a weekend full of events and activities including the popular Family Day football game.
2026 Laker Family Weekend
Saturday, September 19, 2026
All Day
Laker families and supporters are invited to campus for a weekend full of events and activities including the popular Family Day football game.
2026 Laker Family Weekend
Sunday, September 20, 2026
All Day
Laker families and supporters are invited to campus for a weekend full of events and activities including the popular Family Day football game.
IFC Recruitment: Bid Day
Saturday, September 26, 2026
11:00
a.m.
- 1:00
p.m.
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...
Make a Difference Day
Saturday, October 17, 2026
8:00
a.m.
Make A Difference Day is an annual day of service where students are transported to local community non-profits to participate in service activities. Service activities range from cleaning up the properties to helping in senior homes. Registration will...
Unnatural Causes
Thursday, October 22, 2026
6:00
p.m.
- 7:00
p.m.
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 lon...
Unnatural Causes
Thursday, November 12, 2026
6:00
p.m.
- 7:00
p.m.
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 lon...
QPR: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
12:00
p.m.
- 1:00
p.m.
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 stude...
QPR: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
Tuesday, January 26, 2027
5:30
p.m.
- 6:30
p.m.
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 stude...