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

Project Blue Heart Campus Cleanup

April 19, 2024 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference? Take a break from studying and enjoy some fresh air while making campus a cleaner space. Join us on Friday, April 19th, for our campus cleanup...

LakerPalooza

April 19, 2024 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us Friday, April 19 from 5-9pm on the Kirkhof Lawn for a evening full of fun!  There will be food trucks, inflatables, caricatures, airbrush tattoos, yard games, music, photo ops, fire...

Subject to Change Presents: The Sunset Show

April 19, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

All good things must come to an end at our final show of the academic year: The Sunset Show. This free event will showcase all members of the 2023-2024 Subject to Change Improv Team, featuring...

Grand Valley Elite Dance Recital

April 20, 2024 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Join us in celebrating our team's hard work at our annual recital! Dances choreographed by students and our amazing coach will be showcased as well as opportunities to enter and win drawings such...

IExLP Grammy Awards

April 20, 2024 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

a GVSU-styled recreation of the Grammy Awards. Organizations come together to put on individual lip-sync performances with their boards/organizations. Participants can dress up, use background...

African Ball

April 21, 2024 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The African Ball is a celebratory event that aims to showcase the rich cultural diversity of the African continent through music, dance, fashion, cuisine, and art. It's an opportunity to...

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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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