October 28 - November 3, 2024
The Homecoming tailgate and football game are on Saturday, November 2.
Events
There are no upcoming Events at this time
Celebrate being a Laker for a Lifetime!
Join thousands of GVSU alumni, faculty, staff, students, and fans for a week of activities and events to celebrate being a Laker for a Lifetime!
Homecoming offers something for Lakers of all ages. Events include an alumni-owned brewery ale trail, pep rally, student lip sync battle, Alumni Awards Celebration, Hall of Fame Dinner, reunion, campus tours, alumni tailgate and reunion row, GVSU Football vs. Wayne State, and more. Anchor up!
Pop-up Events at Alumni Owned Businesses
Join fellow Lakers during Homecoming week for pop-up events at local alumni-owned businesses!
10/27: Laker Family Meet-up @ Farmhaus Farms
10/30:
Laker Karaoke Night @ Broad Leaf - Kentwood
10/31: Laker Remote Work Day @ Good Judy's
Alumni Owned Brewery Ale Trail
Follow our Ale Trail to explore alumni-owned breweries, distilleries, and more throughout Michigan. Enjoy specials or discounts at each stop during Homecoming week!
Spirit Week
Alumni, faculty, staff, and students, it's time to show your Laker spirit!
10/28: Decades Day – Rock the look from your favorite decade!
10/29: Twin Day – Grab a friend and dress like twins.
10/30: Nautical Day – Sail into Homecoming with your
best nautical outfit.
10/31: Halloween – Dress up in your best
Laker-inspired costume!
11/1: Laker Pride – End the week strong by showing
off your Laker gear.
Post on social media with #GVHomecoming to share your Laker pride!
Then & Now Campus Tours
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2024
10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
Take a guided tour of the Allendale Campus featuring stops at several buildings, landmarks, and the University Archives. Alumni tour guides will share memories about their time at GVSU and fun facts about Grand Valley's history.
Alumni House & Visitor Center Open House
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2024
10:00 - 11:00 A.M.
Stop by the Alumni House to see recent renovations including the new Arend D. Lubbers Emeritus Study. Enjoy coffee and pastries with President Emeritus Arend D. Lubbers and Nancy Lubbers, and tour the Alumni House.
You don't need to RSVP. Just drop by!
Alumni Homecoming Tailgate
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2024
12:00 - 3:00 P.M.
Celebrate with fellow alumni and catch up with friends! Enjoy grab-and-go snacks, giveaways, yard games, family activities, and more! Grab a drink in the Alumni Tailgate Tent, while supplies last.
GVSU Football vs. Wayne State
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2024
3:00 P.M.
Cheer on your Lakers as they take on the Wayne State Warriors! Tickets start at just $15.
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#GVHomecoming
Lakers, share your Homecoming excitement and experiences using #GVHomecoming and stay connected even if we’re apart.