Get Involved. Become More.

We're here to help you make the most of your college experience. Join any of our hundreds of student organizations, attend campus events, get involved in Fraternity & Sorority Life, explore civic engagement opportunities, and learn valuable leadership skills that will last a lifetime.


Students wearing matching t-shirts at the 2018 Class Photo.
Students walking away from Cook Carillon-Tower with the words "LakerLink" above their heads.
A student at a greek life information booth.

Getting involved through the Office of Student Life will help you become all that you can be, and you might just have some fun along the way too.

LakerLink is the only way to find all the Registered Student Organizations on campus from anywhere in the world. Start your student org search now!

The easiest way to become more than just another student is getting involved with the Student Life and doing so couldn't be any easier!


Student Life News

BLUNDERS AND BANTER: GV STUDENTS CREATE COMMUNITY THROUGH CHESS

Students playing chess in the basement of Kirkhof

Aritcle by Lee Marentette (Lanthorn)
Photo courtesy of Chess Club
March 11, 2024

Every Sunday from 4-5:30 p.m., a sense of focus and community permeates the Kirkhof Center lounge area across from Java City Coffee...

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5 FUN FACTS TO CELEBRATE KIRKHOF'S BIRTHDAY

Exterior of Kirkhof Center

Article by Joi Mays (DSA Laker Weekly)
Photo by the Promotions Office
April 18, 2024

Kirkhof turns 50 years old on April 20! With so much history, it’s only natural that we want to know more about how the building has changed. Learn more about Kirkhof’s rich history as we tackle the big questions...

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Upcoming Events

CM Summer Kickoff Gathering

May 8, 2024 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Come join us for an outdoor night of fun - free pizza, snacks, and games (cornhole, spikeball, frisbee, etc.)!!! We just want to create an opportunity for students who are staying around the...

GVSU Votes! Allendale Township Satellite Clerk's Office

July 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Allendale residents can register to vote and / or cast your absentee ballot at the Allendale Township Clerk Satellite Office! For more information: www.gvsu.edu/service RSVP on...

GVSU Votes! Allendale Township Satellite Clerk's Office

August 1, 2024 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Allendale residents can register to vote and / or cast your absentee ballot at the Allendale Township Clerk Satellite Office! For more information: www.gvsu.edu/service RSVP on...

GVSU Votes! Allendale Township Satellite Clerk's Office

August 2, 2024 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Allendale residents can register to vote and / or cast your absentee ballot at the Allendale Township Clerk Satellite Office! For more information: www.gvsu.edu/service RSVP on...

Queer Rave

August 24, 2024 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

GVSU SDS is excited to present Queer Rave: A celebration of all things queer, we have a live DJ, pizza , drinks, and admission is FREE! Dress up (or don�t) in your best outfits, and get ready to...

Campus Life Night

August 25, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Why should you go to Campus Life Night? MAKE CONNECTIONS Meet your new community at Campus Life Night through the 300+ student organizations, campus departments, and local businesses/non-profits...

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The Office of Student Life is a department of the Division of Student Affairs of Grand Valley State University.



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