Things to do: Top Virtual Activities and Online Adventures
With a “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order in place, it’s more important than ever to stay inside, stay busy, and to keep yourself engaged! Here’s a list of the best online activities you can do from the comfort of your home.
Be Active!
Complete the RecWell Laker Strong workout series
Attend a Grand Rapids live fitness class via Zoom
Can’t make it to your local YMCA? Try one of their classes online for free!
Dance your heart out with a Zumba class
Train Your Brain
Learn more about the elements of science with a Michigan Science Center virtual tour
Check out these art exhibits at the Louvre
Wow your friends by learning a new language on Duolingo
Test your knowledge of the world of GeoGuessr!
Show Your Laker Pride
Virtually visit all your favorite parts of campus with the GVSU webcams
Tap into your creative side with these GVSU-themed coloring pages
Discover the hidden games on the GVSU homepage
Looking for even more things to do? Check out the Office of Student Life Idea Generator!
Visit Your Favorite Outdoor Spots
Get a taste of spring with the Frederick Meijer Gardens’ virtual tour of the butterfly exhibit
“Stroll” through New York’s Central Park
Check out some Hawaiian volcanoes with a virtual tour
Enjoy the Northern Lights from the comfort of your couch
Take a Trip to the Zoo
Watch giraffes, elephants, tigers, and more enjoy spring at the San Diego Zoo
Spend some time with the Detroit Zoo falcon
Catch up with the sea otters at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Have a “whale” of a time with the Georgia Aquarium whales
Make Your Day Magical
Explore the Hogwarts Escape Room on a much-deserved study break
Pretend you’re soaking in the Florida sun with these Disney World rides
Spend some time exploring Mars with NASA’s Curiosity rover
Host a Netflix party with your favorite fellow Lakers!
With these cool virtual experiences, you’ll find plenty of ways to have fun while staying inside. Be sure to check in with your friends, follow the CDC recommendations, take care of yourself, and stay safe!
The Office of Student Life is a department of the Division of Student Affairs of Grand Valley State University.