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CAMPUS EVENTS

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Noteworthy events

Campus Life Night: Sept. 7

Finish out your Labor Day break with a night to learn about all the different clubs and organizations at GVSU. Student organizations will fill the Fieldhouse Arena from 7 p.m to 9 p.m., offering information about their groups and how to get involved. Students can visit the various tables, receive giveaways and sign up for more information on anything that grabs their interest.

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Key events include an ice cream social, 5K run/walk, T-shirt swap, concert and the annual lip synch competition. The theme for this year’s festivities will be “Willy Wonka.” On Oct. 9 at 7 p.m., the Lakers will take on Northern Michigan at Lubbers Field in the Homecoming game to bring the week’s festivities to an end.

Farmer’s Market sale, basketball tournament, river cruise and the weekend’s biggest attraction: a home football game. New events will feature on-campus tours and a top-secret ArtPrize surprise.

Battle of the Valleys football game: Nov. 13

GVSU takes on rival Saginaw Valley State University in an away game starting at noon. The matchup is also the last game of GVSU’s regular season. In addition to the athletic competition, GVSU and SVSU also square off over which university can raise the most money for charity in the week prior to the game.

Sibs & Kids Weekend: Jan. 28-29, 2011

Younger siblings are invited to campus for a weekend of crafts, face painting, caricatures, board games, movies, snacks and family Family Weekend: Sept. 17- fun.

A popular tradition in the GVSU community, Family Weekend allows parents a chance to visit with students for a variety of activities, both on campus and in the downtown area. Popular returning events include the 5K walk/run, Taste of West Michigan buffet dinner, Meadows Golf Outing,

Presidents’ Ball: Feb. 4, 2011

The biggest on-campus social event of the year, past Presidents’ Balls have boasted attendances of almost 5,000 students and their guests. The Ball offers a night of food, dancing, live music and glamour.

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The annual Presidents’ Ball, held at DeVos Place, is one of the most popular campus events.

Dates to remember

Fall classes begin- Aug. 30 Labor Day recessSept. 5-7 Drop/add deadline- Sept. 3 Mid-term evaluationsOct. 11-15 Thanksgiving recessNov. 24-28 Classes end- Dec. 11 Fall commencementDec. 11 Exams- Dec. 13-18 Fall semester endsDec. 18 Grades available to students- Dec. 23

Winter classes beginJan. 10 Drop/add deadline- Jan. 14 Mid-term evaluationsFeb. 21-25 Spring break- March 6-13 Classes end- April 23 Exams- April 25-30 Winter semester endsApril 30 Winter commencementApril 30 Grades available to students- May 30

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SURVIVAL TIPS

Editors’ insights

E v e r y o n e complains about Allendale and the surrounding area being dull. While that is particularly true, we’re minutes away from Lake Michigan and a beautiful coast. If the outdoors isn’t exactly your cup of tea, we’re also minutes away from a city with a badass fledgling arts scene. There are countless prominent and underground gallery shows, live bands, a couple of dope record shops and the Wealthy Theater is always showing great films, from cult classics to obscure indies and foreign films. The conservative stereotype of West Michigan acts like a veil to the rooted network of creative, open-minded and often forward-thinking nature of the people in Grand Rapids. At its core Grand Rapids is a more diverse metropolis than people perceive it to be. As Grand Valley students, we have responsibility to bring a youthful mentality to the city, which in turn will provide the necessary involvement to see things created in our interests. Elijah Brumback GVL A&E Editor

What really made an impression in my choice to attend Grand Valley was the high-school-sized class sizes. Make sure you really take the opportunity to get to know your professors; they are not only a fountain of information and insight but also a great resource for recommendation letters. It’s not hard at all to cultivate a professional relationship with your professor when there are only 30 people in class, but make sure you do it! A good way to start is by visiting office hours, even with a made-up question about the homework if you don’t have anything else to start a conversation with. Haley Otman GVL Laker Life Editor Get connected! Communities such as InterVarsity, CRU, Campus Ministries or His House are great places to find lifelong friends who will help you to adjust to the new responsibilities

of school and living alone for the first time. James Brien GVL Assistant Photo Editor I’d say to not be afraid to get involved. It sounds cliche, but the more time you spend getting involved in the school and the activities, the more people you know, and then you have more fun overall. It’s makes everything feel more worthwhile, and keeps things less monotonous. Anya Zentmeyer GVL Assistant News Editor Attend as many GVSU sporting events as you can — not just football games. The games are all free for students and they are great ways to increase school spirit and to meet new people. I met a lot of my good friends at football games during my freshman year, and I wish I had gone to other sporting events as well. At the very least, they are free entertainment. Cody Eding GVL Sports Editor Don’t procrastinate! That five-page paper that you were just assigned is going to take the same amount of time to finish the day after class as it would the day before it is due. The only difference is how well it is done when you turn it in (that is, if you ever turn it in). Get it out of the way sooner rather than later. Emanuel Johnson GVL Managing Editor

Grand Valley Lanthorn E m b r a c e change, and don’t be afraid to try new things. GVSU and the surrounding community offer countless different opportunities that you may not have in post-college life, so make the most of them. Don’t limit yourself to your high school mentality; college is a chance to redefine yourself. Join a club, participate in a random campus activity, sign up for a class just because it sounds interesting and hang out with people you wouldn’t normally expect to be friends with. Get outside your comfort zone and make an effort to actively experience everything GVSU has to offer. Lauren Fitch GVL Editor in Chief Always make it to class. Showing up for class is the easiest way to get better grades. Eric Coulter GVL Photo Editor

Know the mark of a freshman: don’t wear your lanyard around your neck. Now, I know I’ve caught about 40 of you guilty as you read this. Also, invest in a good, heavy umbrella. This is Western Michigan wind after all. Mostly, however, the important things are to find somewhere you belong- don’t become isolated within the dorms. Definitely go all in for an organization or cause; it can change your college experience. Alana Holland GVL Layout Editor

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ON CAMPUS SERVICES

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On-campus accommodations

Though college often brings stress and a variety of challenges, students at Grand Valley State University do not have to face them alone. Both the Allendale Campus and the Pew Campus house many services designed to make life at GVSU simpler for students who seek the assistance.

The Kirkhof Center The Kirkhof Center is the largest hub of activity on the Allendale campus. Kirkhof is home to the Office of Student Life and Events Services, Student Senate Office, River Landing, University Bookstore, copy center, Lanthorn Office, GVTV, School of Communications studio, Java City, the big screen movie theater, game room, piano room, various meeting rooms and the all-knowing 20/20 desk. Community Services Learning Center

Lake Ontario Hall 3311; Pew – 616-331-6708 Fred Meijer Center for Writing Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/ and Michigan Authors careers Visit the Writing Center for help from well-trained peer Counseling and Career consultants for writing help with Development Center This center offers information to any class, at any stage of the writing students on stress-related issues, process. Consultants can help depression, sexual assault, suicide with brainstorming, organization and any drug- or alcohol-related of content, integrating research, concerns. Both individual and group polishing drafts and documenting counseling are available for free; sources. Location: 120 Lake Ontario Hall however, career test and personal Phone: 616-331-2922 assessment tests can be taken through Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/wc the center for a fee. Location: (Allendale) 204 Student Services Building; (Pew) 116 Padnos Building B International Center Phone: 616-331-3266 PIC promotes, advises and Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/ counsel

The CSLC is designed to help students, staff and faculty connect to service opportunities in our community, coordinate service programs and offer support for service and advocacy student organizations. Disability Support Location: 1110 B Kirkhof Center Accommodates and supports Phone: 616-331-2468 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/ persons with physical and learning service disabilities through tutoring services, assistive technologies and campus LGBT Resource Center transportation. Location: 1161 Kirkhof Center Location: 200 Student Services See more on page 15. Building Phone: 616-331-2490 Student Services Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/ Building Admissions Office dss Find information on university Financial Aid programs for undergraduate, graduate Location: 100 Student Services and international students. Location: Ground floor of Student Building See more on page 13. Services Building Phone: 616-331-2025 Tutoring Center Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/ admissions The ARC Tutoring Center provides free tutoring to students in most 100 Career Services Center and 200 level courses. Tutorials Designed to help students indentify are conducted as weekly, one-hour and explore career options within sessions in small group settings. The majors and develop resumes, cover tutoring center also provides a Math letters and interview skills. Career Lab, which offers free group tutoring services can also help students sessions for students enrolled in find internships and post graduate Math 097, 110, 122, 123, 125, 201 employment. Location: (Allendale) and Statistics 215. 206 Student Services Building; Location: 201 Student Services Building (Pew) 116B DeVos Center Phone: Allendale – 616-331– Phone: 616-331–3451

administers study abroad and internship opportunities for students at more than 4,000 different locations globally. PIC also provides orientation materials, support for immigration, advising services and programming. Location: 130 Lake Ontario Hall Phone: 616-331-3898 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/ pic Women’s Center

Location: 1201 Kirkhof Center See more on page 28. Office of Multicultural Affairs Location: 1240 Kirkhof Center See more on page 28.

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The 20/20 Desk is the information center for anything related to campus events, contact information and answers to other frequently asked questions.

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GREEK LIFE

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Loving the Greek life As the fall approaches, many students may consider going Greek. For about 40 years, the young men and women at GVSU have carried on the tradition with more than 600 undergraduate students participating in more than 20 chapters.

Panhellenic Association The PA is the governing body for the National Panhellenic Conference sororities. Search GVSU Panehellenic on Facebook for more information.

Greek Life Council

The GLC is the governing council for all fraternities and sororities at GVSU. Location: 1110 Kirkhof Center Phone: 616-331-2345 Interfraternity Council The IFC is the governing body for all North American Interfraternity Conference fraternities. You can check them out on Facebook by searching GVSU IFC. Independent Greek Council The IGC is for historically cultural fraternities and sororities that do not hold national membership in the NIC, NPS, or NPHC.

Courtesy Photo / Greek Life office, gvsu.edu

Representatives from several of Grand Valley State Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fraternities and sororities gather in front of the Kirkhof Center to show their Greek pride. The Greek community focuses on developing leadership, service and philanthropy, scholarship, brotherhood and sisterhood in its members.

National Panhellenic Conference The NPHC is the coordinating and governing board of chapters associated with the National Panhellenic Conference. All members chapters are nationally historically African-American, Greek letter organizations. For interest forms, resources and more information on how to get involved, visit the GVSU Greek Life Web site at http://www. gvsu.edu/greeklife. Campus life night is a good opportunity to find out more information about specific fraternities and sororities. Also, current Greek members usually spend time recruiting at the beginning of the year to give new students a chance to get involved.

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WORSHIP OPTIONS

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Right to religion Chabad House of Religious students have an Western Michigan abundance of options, both on Jewish and off campus, to keep the faith 2615 Michigan North East, Grand while away at school. Listed are Rapids the on-campus services and also a 616-957-0770 sampling of other local churches and places of worship. Christian Reformed Church Christian Reformed 5734 Country View Dr., Allendale 616-895-4969 Campus Ministry Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and 8 Grand Valley Gospel Temple p.m. in the Cook-DeWitt Center on GVSU’s Allendale Campus Pentecostal 3190 Lake Michigan Drive St. Luke University Northwest, Grand Rapids Parish (Catholic) 616-677-3223 Sundays at 5:30 p.m. in the Cook-DeWitt Center on GVSU’s Lighthouse Community Church Allendale Campus Reformed Church 5947 Lake Michigan Dr., Allendale 616-895-4349 Casa Del Rey Iglesia Hispana Masjud Muhammad Non-denominational Hispanic Islamic 2143 Division Ave. South, Grand 1309 Madison Ave. Southeast, Rapids. 616-243-4505 Grand Rapids

On campus

Off campus

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The Cook-DeWitt building hosts Campus Ministry and St. Luke University Parish services.

616-301-1405 Spring Valley Community Church Reformed Church 4629 Lake Michigan Dr.; Allendale 616-895-9150 St. Margaret Mary Chapel of the Society of Saint Pius X 11352 Brown St., Allendale 616-895-5890

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic 431 First St. Northwest; Grand Rapids 616-459-7390 Tree of Life Congregation Messianic Jewish 5070 Pine Island Dr. Northwest, Comstock Park 616-531-7455

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Multimedia 1: Art & Design school of communications faculty celebrate Grand Valley State University’s 50th Anniversary

Fall Arts Celebration: GVSU Music Department presents Sousa’s “El Capitan”

This exhibit will feature a variety of works by tenure faculty in conjunction with the Fall Arts Celebration. It will consist of several mediums including animations, prints, metals, installations, paintings, sculpture and many others. The first exhibition will open Aug. 27. The second Multimedia II will open Oct. 14. Both will take place in the GVSU Art Gallery in the Performing Arts Center.

The 11th Annual Devos Arts Lecture: Surrendering the Journey

Grandson of Charles and Ray Eames, award-winning filmmaker, author and artist, Eames Demetrios will present a life’s worth of art and story at the Loosemore Auditorium on the GVSU Pew Campus. The event will be held on Sept. 23 at 5:30 p.m.

Theater / Dance

“El Capitan” is a lost classic of Sousa’s compositions. It is an operetta and was once touted as the picture of American theater. Admission to the event is free with a complimentary ticket from the GVSU box office. The concert will take place on Sept. 15 at 8 p.m. at the Louis Armstrong Theater in the Performing Art Center on the Allendale Campus.

GVSU 50th Anniversary Music Department Concert

The GVSU 50th Anniversary Concert will feature the Symphony Orchestra, University Arts Chorale and Symphonic Wind Ensemble. The performance is April 20 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public.

17th Annual Shakespeare Festival: “As You Like It”

Derived from the famous phrases, “All the world’s a stage” and “Too much of a good thing,” this play, written in 1600, will be performed by members of the GVSU Theater Department. Also, be on the look out for “Bard to Go,” GVSU’s award-winning Shakespeare troupe. The initial performance will be Oct. 6 in the Louis Armstrong Theater at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6 -14. Check the GVSU Arts Calendar for more performance dates.

“Founding”: GVSU 50th Anniversary Collaborative Play

Written by the Advanced Playwriting Class and Theater Program, the play is the story of the evolution of the university and the trials of being an undergrad. Connecting the past to future and undressing the challenge of finding yourself the play is a lesson in the history of learning. The performance will be held the Louis Armstrong Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 12. Tickets are $6 – 12.

GVSU Music & Dance Faculty Present: ‘Appalachian Spring’

ArtPrize GVSU Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition reception to meet the artists

Just as the 50th anniversary of Grand Valley State University represents the ideals of achievement and excellence, Aaron Copland’s “Appalachian Spring,” written in collaboration with the legendary Martha Graham, captures the essence of an ideal America of open fields, the pastoral beauty of the American heartland and the true spirit of the American people. The performance will be held the Louis Armstrong Theater at 8 p.m. Nov. 1. Admission is free with a complimentary ticket from the GVSU Box Office.

Beginning Sept. 23, GVSU will host the outdoor sculpture exhibition portion of Artprize. The event is free and the artists will be on hand to meet and discuss the work. The reception will be held in the Hagger-Lubbers exhibition hall on the GVSU Pew Campus at 8:30 p.m.

HOMERathon

Sept. 5 marks the start of a round-the-clock reading of Homer’s “Iliad.” Celebrated translator, professor Stanley Lombardo from the University of Kansas will complete the reading with a performance. Students, faculty and administrators will participate. The reading starts at noon.

GVSU Theater Presents: “Braggart Soldier”

This Roman comedy follows the story of “Miles Gloriosus,” a foolish and boastful character. As the play unfolds, the other characters continually plot against Miles as they falsely claim their respect for him. “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” by Stephen Sondheim was written in inspiration of “Braggart Soldier.” The initial performance will be held in the Louis Armstrong Theater, April 1 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6 – 12.

Islam Beyond the Headlines

Discover the underlying issues of Middle East current events, media and religion among other topics as the West Michigan Academic Consortium, in collaboration with the Kaufman Interfaith Institute, presents Omid Safi as the 2010 Academic Consortium Conference guest speaker. The day-long conference will be held at the Prince Conference Center at Calvin College at noon on Oct. 7.

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A complete list of events is available at gvsu.edu/artscalendar.

Fall Arts Celebration: Poetry Night

“An Evening of Poetry and Conversation with Carol Ann Duffy and Bob Hicok” will be held at the L.V. Eberhard Center on the GVSU Pew Campus Oct. 21. Duffy is Great Britain’s Poet Laureate and the first female and Scottish person to hold the position. Hicok is a GVSU alumnus and Michigan native who now teaches at Virginia Tech University.

Bling! Flash! Art! Graphic Design & Photography Senior Thesis Exhibition

This GVSU 50th Anniversary event involving DeVos Place and GVSU’s Art and Design Department, School of Communications, and Art Gallery will show case senior thesis artwork in the Grand Gallery Balcony at the DeVos Place. The opening reception is Nov. 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. This exhibit is free and open to the public.

Fishladder and Student Scholars Day Exhibit

This Red Wall exhibit celebrates the award-winning Fishladder student journal of art and writing and the scholarship and creativity of Grand Valley State University students. This exhibit is being held in conjunction the GVSU’s 50th Anniversary celebration and is free and open to the public. Starting March 5, the exhibit will be available for viewing at the Red Wall Gallery in Lake Ontario hall.

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The music, theater and art departments bring a variety of performances and artists to campus throughout the school year.

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FALL SPORTS CALENDAR

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With seven consecutive Director’s Cups to back them up, GVSU athletics boasts quality competition across the board. Laker fans can cheer with pride at any of the numerous fall sporting events.

Football 09/02 vs. West Texas A&M at Lubbers Stadium, 8 p.m. 09/11 vs. Hillsdale at Lubbers Stadium, 7 p.m. 09/18 vs. Indianapolis (Family Day) at Lubbers Stadium, 7 p.m. 09/25 at Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, Noon 10/02 at Tiffin in Tiffin, Ohio, 1:30 p.m. 10/09 vs. Northern Michigan (Homecoming) at Lubbers Stadium, 7 p.m. 10/16 vs. Lake Erie (Kids’ Club Day) at Lubbers Stadium, 7 p.m. 10/23 at Ferris State in Big Rapids, Mich., 2 p.m. 10/30 at Michigan Tech in Houghton, Mich., 1 p.m. 11/06 vs. Northwood at Lubbers Stadium, 7 p.m. 11/13 at Saginaw Valley State in University Center, Mich., Noon

Women’s Soccer 09/03 vs. Winona State in Allendale, 4 p.m. 09/05 vs. Minnesota State-Mankato in Allendale, Noon 09/08 at Ferris State in Big Rapids, Mich., 4 p.m. ET 09/10 at Northwood in Midland, Mich., 2 p.m. 09/12 at Saginaw Valley State in University Center, Mich., Noon 09/17 at Michigan Tech in Houghton, Mich., 7 p.m. 09/19 at Northern Michigan in Marquette, Mich., Noon 09/24 vs. Lake Erie in Allendale, 4 p.m. 09/26 vs. Ashland in Allendale, Noon 09/28 vs. Indianapolis in Fort Wayne, Ind., 5 p.m. 10/03 vs. Ohio Dominican in Allendale, 1 p.m. 10/08 vs. Northwood in Allendale, 4 p.m. 10/10 vs. Saginaw Valley State in Allendale, Noon 10/15 vs. Northern Michigan in Allendale, 4 p.m. 10/17 vs. Michigan Tech in Allendale, Noon 10/22 at Tiffin in Tiffin, Ohio, 4 p.m. 10/24 at Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, Noon 10/30 vs. Ferris State in Allendale, Noon

Women’s Volleyball

University of Tampa Tournament 09/03 vs. Concordia-St. Paul in Tampa, Fla., 3:45 p.m. 09/04 vs. Central Missouri in Tampa, Fla., 9 a.m. vs. Nebraska-Kearney in Tampa, Fla., 6 p.m. 09/05 at Tampa in Tampa, Fla., 1 p.m.

09/11 vs. Michigan Tech in Allendale, 4 p.m. 09/12 vs. Northern Michigan in Allendale, 2 p.m. 09/15 vs. Ferris State in Allendale, 7 p.m. 09/17 at Northwood in Midland, Mich., 7 p.m. 09/18 at Lake Superior State in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., 2 p.m. 09/24 at Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, 7:30 p.m. 09/25 at Hillsdale in Hillsdale, Mich., 5 p.m. 09/26 at Wayne State in Detroit, Mich., 2 p.m. 10/01 at Ferris State in Big Rapids, Mich., 7 p.m. 10/02 at Saginaw Valley State in University Center, Mich., 2 p.m. 10/07 vs. Ashland in Allendale, 7 p.m. 10/08 vs. Lake Erie in Allendale, 7 p.m. GLIAC-GLVC Crossover 10/15 TBA in North Aurora, Ill., TBA TBA in North Aurora, Ill., TBA 10/16 TBA in North Aurora, Ill., TBA TBA in North Aurora, Ill., TBA 10/23 at Michigan Tech in Houghton, Mich., 4 p.m. 10/24 at Northern Michigan in Marquette, Mich., 2 p.m. 10/26 vs. Saginaw Valley State in Allendale, 7 p.m. 10/29 vs. Tiffin in Allendale, 7 p.m. 10/30 vs. Ohio Dominican in Allendale, 4 p.m. 11/05 vs. Northwood in Allendale, 7 p.m. 11/07 vs. Lake Superior State in Allendale, 2 p.m.

Men’s Cross Country

09/17 at Michigan State Invitational in East Lansing, Mich., 1 p.m. 10/02 at Greater Louisville Classic in Louisville, Ky., 9 a.m. 10/16 at Charger Invitational in Hillsdale, Mich., 10 a.m. at Penn State Invitational in University Park, Pa., 10 a.m. 11/06 GLIAC Championship in Hillsdale, Mich., 11 a.m. 11/20 NCAA Midwest Regional Championship in Louisville, Ky., 11 a.m. 12/04 NCAA Championship in Louisville, Ky., 11 a.m.

Women’s Cross Country 09/17 Michigan State Invitational in East Lansing, Mich., 1 p.m. 10/02 Greater Louisville Classic in Louisville, Ky., 9 a.m. 10/16 Charger Invitational in Hillsdale, Mich., 10

a.m. Penn State Invitational in University Park, Pa., 10 a.m. 11/06 GLIAC Championship in Hillsdale, Mich., 11 a.m. 11/20 NCAA Midwest Regional Championship in Louisville, Ky., 11 a.m. 12/04 NCAA Championship in Louisville, Ky., 11 a.m.

Marie, Mich. 09/19 Great Lakes Region Fall Invitational in South Haven, Mich. 09/20 Great Lakes Region Fall Invitational in South Haven, Mich. 09/25 The Arendsen at The Meadows 09/26 The Arendsen at The Meadows 10/03 GLIAC Championship in Detroit, Mich. 10/04 GLIAC Championship in Detroit, Mich.

09/18 DePauw Invitational in Greencastle, Ind., 8 a.m. 09/19 DePauw Invitational in Greencastle, Ind., 8 a.m. 09/24 ITA Regional Tournament in Indianapolis, Ind., TBA 09/25 ITA Regional Tournament in Indianapolis, Ind., TBA 09/26 ITA Regional Tournament in Indianapolis, Ind., TBA 10/01 GVSU Invitational in Allendale, 4p.m. 10/02 GVSU Invitational in Allendale, 9:30 a.m.

09/05 Ferris State Invitational at Katke Golf Club in Big Rapids, Mich. 09/06 Ferris State Invitational at Katke Golf Club in Big Rapids, Mich. 09/25 Mary Fossum Invitational at Forest Akers West in East Lansing, Mich. 09/26 Mary Fossum Invitational at Forest Akers West in East Lansing, Mich. 10/03 Laker Fall Classic at The Meadows 10/04 Laker Fall Classic at The Meadows 10/09 Bing Beall Classic at Sycamore Springs in Findlay, Ohio 10/10 Bing Beall Classic at Sycamore Springs in Findlay, Ohio 10/11 Zippy Invitational at Rosemont C.C. in Fairlawn, Ohio 10/12 Zippy Invitational at Rosemont C.C. in Fairlawn, Ohio

Men’s Tennis

Women’s Tennis

09/10 at Wayne State in Detroit, Mich., 3:30 p.m. 09/11 at Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, 10 a.m. 09/12 at Tiffin in Tiffin, Ohio, 10 a.m. 09/17 ITA Regional Tournament in Midland, Mich., TBA 09/18 ITA Regional Tournament in Midland, Mich., TBA 09/19 ITA Regional Tournament in Midland, Mich., TBA 09/24 at Lake Superior State in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., TBA 09/25 at Michigan Tech in Houghton, Mich., 10 a.m. 09/28 at Northwood in Midland, Mich., TBA 10/01 vs. Ferris State in Allendale, 3:30 p.m. 10/08 vs. Ashland in Allendale, 3:30 p.m. 10/09 vs. Ohio Dominican in Allendale, 10 a.m. 10/10 vs. Lake Erie in Allendale, 10 a.m. vs. Davenport in Allendale, 1:30 p.m. 10/15 vs. Saginaw Valley State in Allendale, 2 p.m.

Men’s Golf

09/11 Lake Superior State Invitational in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. 09/12 Lake Superior State Invitational in Sault Ste.

Women’s Golf

Men’s Swimming and Diving 10/09 Blue & White Intrasquad Meet in Allendale, 1 p.m. 10/15 vs. Milwaukee in Allendale, 6 p.m. 10/23 at Hillsdale in Hillsdale, Mich., 1 p.m. vs. Lewis in Hillsdale, Mich., 1 p.m. 10/29 at Calvin in Grand Rapids, Mich., 5 p.m. 10/30 vs. Ashland in Allendale, 2 p.m. 11/12 vs. Michigan State in Jenison, Mich., 6 p.m. 11/19 Doug Coers Invite at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., 6 p.m. 11/20 Doug Coers Invite at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., 9 a.m. 12/02 Calvin Invitational in Grand Rapids, Mich., 6 p.m. 12/03 Calvin Invitational in Grand Rapids, Mich., 10 a.m. 12/04 Calvin Invitational in Grand Rapids, Mich., 10 a.m.

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Professor advice

To thine own self be true — but don’t assume you come to college as a completely ﬁnished product. With any luck, on Graduation Day you’ll be a very different person in some ways, and a real success in the intervening years depends on your being Antczak open to ﬁnding new parts of your authentic self in places you never guessed it existed: in Plato thinking your thoughts better than you have, 2,400 years before you were around to think them; in Mozart or Mother Nature giving you ideas about symmetry and beauty you didn’t have the capacity to appreciate until they helped you discover it. To that better self be true — and pursue it fearlessly. Frederick Antczak Dean of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Get to know every To thrive in the classroom at GVSU be one of your instructors. At the beginning of the Present, Prompt and semester, take advantage Prepared. Don’t be of their office hours afraid to Perspire by to introduce yourself. working hard but also working out to keep This will make it more comfortable when you yourself healthy. need to ask questions Be sure to Participate in in class or their offices. the life of GVSU: service It will also help you in trips, international trips, Schutten Plotkowski organizations, lots of your effort to never miss a class. ways to meet others and experience personal growth in the process. Paul Plotkowski Dean of Padnos College of Engineering and Finally, Perservere: accept academic challenges and keep at it. If you don’t know, ask. Avoid Computing that four letter word “can’t.” Profs have office hours and career and advising centers have great resources to help move you to “can.” Mary Schutten Associated Dean of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

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FOOD OPTIONS

VSU has an abundance of on-campus dining areas, on both the Allendale Campus and the Pew Campus in Grand Rapids. Listed below are on-campus options by location that allow students to use either Dining Dollars, meals from a meal plan or a combination of both.

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Grand Rapids The B.O.B.: definitely unique to Grand Rapids, The B.O.B. has multiple restaurants and entertainment venues all in one B.O.B. (Big Old Building)

On-Campus

Buffalo Wild Wings: this sports bar/restaurant has a variety of locations in and around Grand Rapids with specials to satisfy a college student’s budget

Allendale Campus

Grand Rapids Brewing Company: offers a huge variety in foods as well as house-brewed beers

(All of these places accept Dining Dollars, starred places also accept meals) New for Fall 2010: The Connection + Engrained: entrees, salads, paninis, sandwiches + P.O.D.: market and convenience store combination + Papa John’s Pizza As of press time, it was not yet determined which places will offer meal options from meal plans and what those meal options will be. Fresh Food Company* GVL Archive Buffet-style meals, with a daily On-campus dining and area restaurants offer something for every taste and every budget. variety of options for breakfast, lunch and dinner including a salad Main-level Kirkhof Off-Campus bar, paninis, pasta, burgers, soups, + Java City*: featuring Freshens desserts, fresh fruit and much more. Smoothies GVSU is also close to many other dining options, with some near the Fuel Papa John’s Pizza, on Calder Allendale Campus and a plethora (below the Fresh Food Company) Drive of restaurants in downtown Grand + Bleecker Street*: soups, Visit http://www.papajohnsonline. Rapids. Below is a small sampling sandwiches, desserts com to order online for pick-up or of what the area has to offer. + Freshens Energy Zone: known delivery for their smoothies The Meadows Grille, Allendale/Standale/Walker + JUMP Asian Cuisine* located at The Meadows Golf + Papa John’s Pizza Course on West Campus Drive Uccello’s Ristorante (Italian): pizza, pasta, daily lunch Einstein’s Bagels Pew Campus (in the DeVos buffet, offers 15 percent discount off (next to Fresh Food Company) Center) food with student ID Kleiner Commons (nestled in the dorm area) Starbucks Coffee Applebee’s + JUMP Asian Cuisine* + Montague’s Deli*: create-yourThe Gazebo: salads, coney dogs, Brew Stir’s Bar & Grill: own sub sandwiches or salads soup, etc. conveniently located right off of + Bene Pizza* campus near Meadows Crossing + Flat Tops Grill* Plaza Café + Java City coffee house* + Homezone* Main St. Pub: + C-Store convenience store + The Grille* burgers, sandwhiches, pasta and + Tortilla Fresca*: Mexican soup at a low price in a familyRiver Landing (lower Kirkhof) cuisine friendly atmosphere + Bene Pizza* + Bene Pizza* + Zoca*: Mexican cuisine + Stations for sushi, salad and Peppino’s Ristorante: + Flat Tops Grill* soup known for their pizza, they have + Croutons*: made-to-order multiple locations all around both salads campuses + Subway + Sushi

See more: popular restaurants on page 18.

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Other dining discounts for students

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o Dairy Queen and Orange Julius: 10 percent off with student ID o Peppino’s Ristorante: 15 percent off food items (not including specials, coupons or alcohol)

Standale/Walker o Boardwalk Subs: 10 percent off with student ID

Grand Rapids o Quiznos (two locations): free regular drink with a purchase of a regular or large sub or entrée salad See more: dining deals on page 29.

MONEY MATTERS

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Brothers Josh and Justin Wambaugh seek advice from a former graduate assistant, Brian Berry, in the Financial Aid office. Financial help is available by appointment, walk in or over the phone.

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f all the favorite moments of a college student’s career, receiving that tuition bill generally does not make the list. Grand Valley State University offers a variety of services through its Financial Aid office to help students stretch their dollars and make college more affordable. For more information about available aid, visit www.gvsu.edu/ financialaid/. Most banks and credit unions also offer student loans and special interest rates or promotions for students opening accounts. With a little research, students can find plenty of resources to help make the most of their money.

20, Sept. 24, Oct. 22, Nov. 19 Student can change payment plans at any point in the semester. Award details and account information is available through MyBanner. Financial Aid will send e-mail notifications about upcoming payment deadlines.

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On-campus ATM locations: • Commons Building (lower level)- Lake Michigan Credit Union • Kirkhof Center (main level, south entrance)- 5/3 Bank and LMCU • Kleiner Commons- LMCU • Recreation Center (lobby)Special Circumstances LMCU GVSU offers Special • Water Tower Place (drive Circumstances aid for students who through)- LMCU may have an emergency change • DeVos Center, Building C (main in financial status. If a student or level, lobby)- 5/3 Bank his or her parents have lost a job, gotten divorced, had a death in the Local banks family or any other sudden change 5/3 Bank in income, he or she is eligible to fill 4520 Lake Michigan Drive NW, out a Special Circumstances form Grand Rapids Pay up and aid will be awarded on a case616-771-5770 by-case basis. Payment options: For more information, contact Payment-in-full due Aug. 20 Byron Bank Deferment plan: $40 fee, the Financial Aid office at 616-3315980 Lake Michigan Drive, divided into four payments due Aug. 3234 or Student Accounts at 616Allendale

616-588-3810 Choice One Bank 661 W. Randall St., Coopersville 616-837-8192 Comerica Bank 14695 16th Avenue, Marne 616-677-1264 Huntington National Bank 6065 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale 616-895-6661 Lake Michigan Credit Union 412 Fuller Avenue NE, Grand Rapids 616-242-9790 National City Bank 5111 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale 616-892-5111

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CHILD CARE

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uggling classes with raising a child can be a challenge, but finding child care options on and around the Grand Valley State University campuses is easy. A number of centers in Allendale, Grand Rapids and Holland are listed below, including the GVSU Children’s Enrichment Center, located conveniently on the Allendale campus. Alphabet Soup Child Care Center

1708 Leondard St. NE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-222-1222 http://alphasoup.org/ Hours: Monday-Friday 5:30 a.m. to noon GVSU Children’s Enrichment Center

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The director of the Children’s Enrichment Center, Sharalle Arnold, joins some of the children on the playground. The CEC is located on West Campus Drive near the Allendale Campus.

Happy Elephant Child Care

680 36th St. SW, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-532-4533 http://www. happyelephantchildcare.com/ Holland Day Care Center

77 West 11th St., Holland Phone: 616-396-6105 Kinder Care Learning Center, North East

6018 Coit Ave. NE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-361-9177 http://www.kindercare.com/ Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Kinder Care Learning Center, Wyoming

2620 44th St. SW, Wyoming Phone: 616-534-7409 http://www.kindercare.com/ Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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LGBT resources A new college campus can be intimidating for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered and queer students, but Grand Valley State University has numerous resources and organizations to help transition into the large and active LGBTQ campus community.

The LGBT Resource Center 1161 Kirkhof Center Phone: 616-331-2530 lgbtcenter@gvsu.edu Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. “The LGBT Resource Center works to create an inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff, and supports the educational achievement and personal growth of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning and intersex students, and their allies,” said Colette Beighley, assistant director of the LGBT Resource Center. “We invite students to come by and meet our staff,

as well as to learn about the LGBT Resource Center’s programming and the ﬁve LGBT student organizations on campus.” Visit http://www.gvsu.edu/lgbtrc/ or follow the LGBT Resource Center on Facebook and Twitter for more information about events and programs.

Allies & Advocates Program http://www.gvsu.edu/allies/ “Allies & Advocates exist to offer support and resources in a safe environment for members of the GVSU community concerned with issues of sexual orientation,” according to the Allies & Advocates mission statement. To see a complete list of GVSU staff and faculty who have been through the Allies & Advocates training and would be happy to talk to students about questions and concerns related to LGBT issues, visit the Allies & Advocates Web site and click on the Membership Directory.

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Counseling and Career Development Center 204 Student Services Building, Allendale Phone: 616-331-3266 http://www.gvsu.edu/counsel/ Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. “The counseling center is a welcoming environment for LGBT students and hopes students will come in to ask questions, review our resource guide and if needed to make referrals to outside agencies that are familiar with LGBT community services,” said Harriet Singleton, senior counselor. An LGBT Support Group will be coordinated by the LGBT Resource Center and the Counseling Center to provide students with a place to address issues with peers. For meeting times and locations, contact the LGBT Resource Center.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Out ‘N’ About outabout@mail.gvsu.edu Meetings are every Wednesday at 9 p.m. in the Kirkhof Center “Out ‘N’ About encourages interaction with the GVSU community to promote awareness about LGBTQIA issues on campus,” according to the Out ‘N’ About Web site. “All students are welcome to attend weekly meetings to discuss and support events and issues affecting the LGBTQIA and GVSU community. We invite students of every sexual orientation to participate in the organization.” For more information about Out ‘N’About, visit http://www2.gvsu.edu/~outabout/ or ﬁnd Out ‘N About on Facebook.

Transpectrum

Meetings are every Thursday at noon in the Kirkhof Center “This group is a social support and networking organization for transgender/ gender queer students at Grand Valley State University,” according to the Transpectrum Facebook page. Visit Transpectrum through the Student Life Organizations page at http://gvsu.edu/ studentlife/stuey/ or ﬁnd Transpectrum on Facebook.

S.A.F.E Students Advocating Freedom and Equality bonfigll@mail.gvsu.edu Meetings are every Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. “This group is to help promote equality among all groups/ race/ religion of people, and we support all acts toward fighting for that equality. We are young activists fighting for our rights as human beings and we welcome you to help join our fight and offer any ideas, inspiration or updates on the LGBT liberation!” as state on the S.A.F.E. Facebook page. Visit S.A.F.E. through the Student Life Organizations page at http://gvsu. edu/studentlife/stuey/ or find S.A.F.E. on Facebook.

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The LGBT Resource Center, located in Kirkhof, is one of many support systems for LGBTQ students and their allies at GVSU.

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he Grand Valley Police Department office is located at 1011 Service Building off North Campus Drive, across from the Alumni House. The department is open 24 hours, seven days a week, although not all services are available during nonoffice hours. In addition to safety services, the Campus Security office also sells parking passes and acts as a lost and found for missing valuables. For immediate medical, police or fire emergencies, dial 911. • Allendale Campus Security 616-331-3255 (24-hour hotline) • Pew Campus Security 616-331-6677 (24-hour hotline) • Ottawa County Prosecuting Attorney Victim Assistance Unit 616-662-3100, ext. 4310

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Department of Public Safety Capt. Brandon DeHaan stands beside his GVPD car. DeHaan works on the Allendale Campus.

GVPD Sgt. Craig Zoulek patrols the parking lots on a Segway.

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VOLUNTEER OPTIONS

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For students looking for something more to do with their free time than Facebook or perfect their beer pong skills, local organizations offer countless opportunities to give back to the community through different volunteer positions. Community service is also a great addition to a resume, and the options listed are just a few of the groups seeking student volunteers.

Wanted: friendly visitors to visit blind or visually impaired in their homes to read to them, talk or take them to the store. 616-458-1187

Matches volunteers according to their area of interest. Application forms are available at their office at 435 Van Raalte Avenue, Holland. 616-392-4102

Campus Ministry

Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen

Wanted: drivers to help with food delivery and pick-up, cooks to assist with meal preparation and service and a clean up crew. 616-454-4110

Adoption program is currently suspended, but those interested in helping care for pets can call the animal shelter and be put on a waiting list to be notified once the program reopens. 616-632-7300

Wanted: weekday volunteers to help with vinyl siding, painting, trim carpentry, landscaping and keeping warehouses organized. Schedule is flexible. 616-774-2431

(Local PBS and NPR Affiliate) Volunteer opportunities changed depending on upcoming events. Visit www.wgvu.org/ volunteer/ for a list of events and positions available for each. 616-331-6526

Kent County Humane Society

Interested volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sept. 1, Oct. 6 or Nov. 3. The orientation includes more information about volunteer positions, an application and a chance to schedule hands-on training sessions. 616-453-8900

Campus Ministry coordinates a variety of service trips with local organizations. One of their biggest events is the spring break trips, with sign ups starting in late October. More information about their service projects is available at www.gvsu.edu/campusministry/. 616-331-3261

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Chances to volunteer on campus start early as student groups donate their time to help freshmen move in every year.

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Ready for a little weekend action after you have finished all of your studies? Downtown Grand Rapids offers a variety of activities and events that are sure to entertain a diverse student population such as GVSU’s. From nightclubs to museums to arena football games at the Van Andel Arena, downtown Grand Rapids is distraction central from your educational worries. +Crush Nightclub +Bobarinos +Dr. Grins Comedy Club +B.O.B.’s Brewery +Gilmore Collection Catering

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Billy’s Lounge has a retro 1920s atmosphere.

Clubs and Nightspots The B.O.B. 20 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids Mon - Fri: 11:30 a.m. - 2 a.m. Sat: 2 p.m. - 2 a.m. Sun: 5 p.m. – 2 a.m. www.thebob.com What’s inside The B.O.B... +Judsons Steakhouse +Gills Blue Crab Lounge +Monkey Bar Resto Lounge +Eve Lounge

Rumors Night Club 69 S. Division Ave., Grand Rapids Monday – Sunday: 4 p.m. -2 a.m. www.rumorsnightclub.net Located centrally in downtown Grand Rapids, Rumors Night Club is the premier Western Michigan gay bar and gay club. The club proudly features male strippers every Wednesday and the female impersonators every Sunday on Show Night. Billy’s Lounge 1437 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids Monday – Friday: 3 p.m. – 2 a.m. Saturday: 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. Sunday: 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. www.billyslounge.com Billy’s lounge is centered around the experience of great food and live entertainment. Built in the image of a retro 1920s Chicago bar, the lounge offers live music from a variety of different bands each night. The music ranges from jazz, R&B, rock, funk, folk, and reggae.

Restaurants Vitale’s Italian Restaurant 34 Leonard St Northeast, Grand Rapids Monday - Friday: 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. Friday - Saturday: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m. Sunday: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Dinner price range: $10-18 www.theoriginalvitales.com All of the Italian restaurant taste without the Italian restaurant price. Choose from several pasta based entrees or create your own pasta combination for only $9.99 …. Or just order a pizza for the table. Bistro Bella Vita 44 Grandville Ave., Grand Rapids Monday - Friday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Sunday: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Dinner price range: $15-30 www.bistrobellavita.com Bistro Bella Vita offers fine dining

at its best. One half of the menu is chalked full of delicious food entrees, including filet mignon. The other half is an assorted list of all of the wines the restaurant offers. From whites and reds to sparkling and sweet, you are sure to find at least one glass of wine you will love. Hopcat Bar 25 Ionia Ave., Grand Rapids Monday - Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 2 a.m. Sunday: noon - 2 a.m. Dinner price range: $8-15 www.hopcatgr.com Voted the 3rd best bar in the world by beeradvocate.com, Hopcat Bar offers the ideal environment for a weekend football game. You will find a burgers, sandwiches and tacos, all of which go great with a beer.

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The Hopcat is dedicated to serving fine beer and also features an extensive lunch/dinner menu.

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Other Attractions Grand Rapids Art Museum 101 Monroe Center St. NW, Grand Rapids Tuesday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: noon - 5 p.m. Adults: $7 Youth (6-17): $5 www.artmusuemgr.org Gerald Ford Museum 303 Pearl St. NW, Grand Rapids Monday - Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Adults: $7 College Students with I.D.: $5 Youth (6-18): $3 www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/

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The lions are just one example of the wildlife housed at John Ball Zoo. Visitors have the chance to interact with the animals in some exhibits.

John Ball Zoo 1300 W. Fulton St., Grand Rapids May 8 to Sept. 13: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adults (14-61): $7.50 www.johnballzoosociety.org Courtesy Photo / John Ball Zoo Society

More than 400,000 people have visited the zoo annually in recent years, making John Ball Zoo a key attraction in Grand Rapids.

20 2010 / 2011 ather than going home when health concerns crop up for new Grand Valley State University students, there are several oncampus and local off-campus options for care. With the Campus Health Center and hundreds of family practices, dentists, opticians and specialists in Allendale and the greater Grand Rapids area, those who find themselves ill should be back on their feet in no time. Students looking for a local physician should research the many practices in the area, several of which are listed below, or talk with the staff at the Campus Health Center to find the one that best fits their need.

Campus Health Center

10383 A 42nd Ave. (In the plaza across from the water tower, No. 5 on the Allendale Campus Map) Phone: 616-331-2435 Walk-in clinic hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed on major holidays Services: * Treatment for illnesses, injuries * STD testing and treatment * Immunization * Complete physical exams * Women’s health

HEALTH CARE * Diagnostic tests Helpful tips: * For medical emergencies, call 911. * The services provided by the Campus Health Center are not free. * The Campus Health Center does not accept insurance but will provide an itemized statement to self-submit to the insurance company. * For more information about the Campus Health Center, please visit http://www.gvsu. edu/campushealth/.

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General Medicine

Metro Health 11160 W.J. Presley Parkway (just off of Lake Michigan Drive), Suite 100, Allendale Phone: 616-252-3900

Eye Care

Allendale Eye Care 11301 Commerce Drive, Suite A, Allendale Phone: 616-895-9550 Sears Optical 3622 Rivertown Parkway, Grandville Phone: 616-257-5068

Dental

Fred Hoekzema Jr., DDS 4868 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Phone: 616-895-7415

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Patty Feenstra, a registered nurse, takes a patient’s blood pressure at the Campus Health Center.

RediDental 12662 Riley St., Suite 130, Holland Phone: 616-796-3200

Pharmacy

Family Fare Supermarket 3670 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Phone: 616-895-6665 Meijer 315 Wilson Ave., Standale Phone: 616-735-2110 Walgreens 6840 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Phone: 616-895-2200

Pregnancy

Emergency: 616-744-7740 Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital 100 Michigan St. NE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-391-1774 Emergency: 616-391-1680 North Ottawa Community Hospital 1309 Sheldon Road, Grand Haven Phone: 616-842-3600 Emergency: 616-847-5310 Holland Hospital 602 Michigan Ave., Holland Phone: 616-392-5141 Emergency: 616-394-3202

Urgent Care

AAA Abortion Clinic of Grand Rapids 3212 Eastern Ave. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-245-8800

Alpine Center Urgent Care 2332 Alpine Ave. NW, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-391-6220

Planned Parenthood 425 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-774-7005

Broadmoor Center Urgent Care 3350 Broadmoor Ave. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-391-8020

Pregnancy Resource Center 415 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-456-6873

Plainfield Center Urgent Care 5378 Plainfield Ave. NE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-391-6230

Women’s Medical Center 3212 Eastern Ave., Grand Rapids Phone: 616-245-8800

South Pavilion Urgent Care 80 68th St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-391-8742

Hospitals

Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital 1840 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: 616-774-7740

In case of a life-threatening or emergency situation, seek medical assistance by calling 911.

FITNESS OPTIONS

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ace up your running shoes, stretch out and cue that favorite pumpup playlist as you get ready to work up a sweat in one of Grand Valley State Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recreation facilities. Regular exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle whether your motivation is to relieve stress, meet some new friends or ward off that freshman-15. GVSU students have access to numerous different exercise venues in the Fieldhouse and the Turf Building, most of which are free for students.

Fieldhouse

Free use for GVSU students with ID + Climbing Center: 2,600 square feet of climbing surface. Open every day besides Wednesday and Sunday with specific hours for partner and open climbs. Day passes cost $2 for students and memberships range from $18-$125. More information is available at www.gvsu.edu/ climbingcenter/. + Rec Center: features stationary bikes, rowing machines, elipticals and treadmills on the main floor in addition to two core and stretching stations and a variety of weight lifting machines on the lower level. The upper level consists of a 200-meter walking/ running track. Hours: Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday- Thursday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. + Pool: offers six swimming lanes as well as a deep end and two diving boards. Pool is used for open swim, classes and collegiate competition. Open swim hours: Also located in the Fieldhouse are the athletic department offices, classrooms, a computer lab, raquetball courts, basketball

courts and an arena for GVSU basketball and volleyball games. + Fitness and Wellness Center: Located on the lower level of the Rec Center, the Fitness and Wellness Center offers personal trainers, exercise programs, body composition analysis as well as massage services, nutrition guides and more. Some services are at an additional cost and can be scheduled by appointment. For more information, visit www.gvsu.edu/rec or call 616-331-3659. Fall hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays. +Group Exercise: The Rec Center hosts a variety of group exercise courses to strengthen the mind and body. Passes must be purchased online at the Campus Recreation Web site. Mind & Body courses cost $20 for students for one semester, Land & Spin is $25 and an all-class pass costs $40. Classes start Sept. 13, and a complete list of class descriptions and times is available on the Web site.

Turf Building

Free for GVSU students with ID + 300-meter indoor track: six lanes, area for long jump, pole vault and high jump. + 100-yard sport turf field + classrooms

+ athletic training room

Open hours vary. For an updated schedule, call 616-331-8940 or add Laker Turf as a friend on Facebook.

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Treadmills are just one example of the workout equipment available in the Rec Center.

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HOTELS

keep your parents at bay, suggest they stay at the Amway Grand. This place is a four-diamond resort with all the expected treatments and luxuries of a premier hotel. Its history is long and the décor reflects the elegance of the 1920s. The price scale tips toward the heavy side but as the reviews say, ndoubtedly, at some “It’s worth the expense.” Singles point all parents will and doubles run $99 – $175, tower want to visit their rooms $250 and suites $315 – $465. students. That nesting Sadly there are no student or visiting complex of your parent discounts, just be sure to play mother’s has not quite left her yet and up the idea of allowing your parents your dad will surely want to check to pamper themselves. up on his multi-thousand dollar J.W. Marriott “investment.” You will not want to have them bunk-up with you in the 235 Louis Street NW, Grand filth of your dorm room, and so here Rapids are some options and an enticing 616-242-1500 package to keep those lovely parents The Marriott is another of Grand comfortable and busy doing things Rapids’ finest accommodations and other than staying with you in your offers about the same level of features natural and savage college habitat. and quality as the Amway Grand. Similar to the Amway, the Marriott The Sleep Inn & is a four-diamond hotel and offers Suites great panoramic views of the river or 4869 Becker Dr., Allendale the city. It features the Six.One.Six Phone: 616-892-8000 restaurant and Mixology, a casual With the amenities of a modern and eclectically-styled bar. Rates hotel, the Sleep Inn will offer all your here are less flexible with current intruding relatives a comfortable and rates running from $200 – $300. The modestly-priced place to stay while Marriott also does not offer student you endure their visit. At an average or visiting parent discounts. of $119 a night it is the closest and Others most affordable full-scale hotel in the immediate Allendale area. Also Places that offer more competitive all visitors to Grand Valley State rates and quality fixtures are University receive a 10 percent the Holiday Inn Downtown and discount. Courtyard Grand Rapids. Both places have good ratings and reviews, with Amway Grand Plaza all the same luxuries the surrounding Hotel city offers as far as dining and 187 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand entertainment. Grandville also has Rapids several moderate lodging options Phone: 800-253-3590 such as the Days Inn & Suites and Now if you really want to try and the Holiday Inn Express.

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GVSU visitors save 10 percent off their stay at the Sleep Inn & Suites in Allendale.

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rand Valley State University has more than 280 different student organizations in nine different categories: Academic and Professional, Student Life Sports, Cultural, Honorary, Interfaith and Religious, Media, Performing Arts, Service and Advocacy, and Special Interests. Below is a small sampling of student clubs. For a list of all organizations on campus, visit the Student Life Office’s Web site at http://www.gvsu.edu/studentlife/. Academic and Professional

Geology Club: The Geology Club seeks to teach its members more about Earth by exposing them to local, regional, national and international geology. Students do not have to be a geology major to join. Membership includes opportunities to attend geology conferences, field trips and community service. Student Life Sports Muggle Quidditch Team: Straight from the Harry Potter series, seven teammates fill four positions in a

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Restoration, a gospel choir and service group at GVSU, sings at an event last year.

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Members of Nerdfighters GVSU man their group’s table at a past Campus Life Night.

Join the club flightless version of quidditch. The Interfaith and club is just starting and trying to Religious increase its numbers, so if you are a Restoration: Restoration is a twoHarry Potter fanatic, check them out component, Christian organization on Facebook. that is unified under the motto “service Cultural before singing.” One component of Restoration includes using GodC.L.O.U.D. N.I.N.E.: given talents for praise, while the C.L.O.U.D. N.I.N.E. creates other component reaches out through programs to promote diversity and volunteer work. Most members to foster cultural learning within participate in both components, the Grand Valley State University though it is not required. community. Their mission: “To carry the message of cultural Media acceptance and understanding WCKS Student Radio: WCKS to the youth of the surrounding The Whale is GVSU’s student-run community in hopes that they too radio station. The station is free-form would understand the similarities and plays anything and everything, and differences that exist between and anyone can become a DJ of their themselves and persons of other own show. The Whale is broadcast nationalities.” live on the Internet 24 hours a day, Honorary seven days a week. Phi Mu Alpha: Phi Mu Alpha Performing Arts operates under the belief that music Rhythm In Blue: Rhythm in has the power to change lives. The group tries to reach the community Blue is a hip-hop dance team that through music in an effort to was established during the 2004make the world a better place to 2005 school year. At the end of live. Membership is open to all the school year, the group hosts an males attending GVSU with a 2.5 annual dance showcase. In addition to dancing, the group participates in cumulative GPA.

various community service activities throughout the year. Service and Advocacy Active Minds On Campus: Fighting the stigma of mental health issues, Active Minds believes that everyone occasionally needs someone to talk to or a shoulder to lean on. Each year, the group has community service events, social outings, fundraisers and many other opportunities. During October’s National Depression Awareness month, Active Minds hosts many events around campus. Special Interests Nerdfighters GVSU: If you’re a self-professed “nerd,” then the Nerdfighters club wants you. Formerly the Harry Potter club, the group hosts laid-back meetings and is in the process of growing. They have yet to host any big events, but they hope to in the future.

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The trails at Aman Park are great for hiking, running and, in the winter, cross country skiing. West Michigan is home to numerous scenic parks and trails that help residents get back to nature.

Off the beaten path The Grand Valley State University Allendale campus is not the only place for a student to turn to for well-kept landscaping and beautiful scenery. West Michigan offers a variety of preserved nature areas and scenic locations. Listed are a few of the more popular destinations in the Grand Rapids area.

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

1000 E. Beltline Ave. NE, Grand Rapids Monday - Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: noon - 5 p.m. www.meijergardens.org

Grand River Park

28th Avenue (North of Fillmore Street), Georgetown Township Facilities * picnic building (reservable) * fishing dock on small lake * boat launch * childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playground * wetland overlook platforms * river overlook platform * three miles of nature trails * picnic tables and grills * modern restrooms (closed in winter) http://www.miottawa.org/ParksVI/ Parks/grandriver.htm

Millennium Park

1415 Maynard Ave., Grand Rapids From its Web site: Millennium Park encompasses rolling terrain and extensive wetlands and lakes southwest of Grand Rapids. Its land is rich in natural resources, featuring woods, wildlife, fish and waterfowl. Facilities within the park now include a sixacre beach and splashpad, almost 20 miles of trails and other diverse opportunities for recreation. w w w. a c c e s s k e n t . c o m / CultureLeisureAndTransit/MillenniumPark

Aman Park

1701 Lake Michigan Drive, Grand Rapids Aman Park covers a 331-acre area with hiking and cross-country ski trails. The easyto-follow trails range from 0.8 mile to 1.5 mile loops.

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lthough many students may come equipped with their own rides, there are many local transportation alternatives that help support not only a thicker wallet but a greener lifestyle for students to get around the Allendale Campus, Pew Campus and anywhere in between.

The Rapid

The Rapid is the primary public transportation system for the Grand Rapids metro area. The Rapid operates on 26 fixed routes, including GVSU’s Allendale campus. Students, faculty and staff ride free on any Rapid Route with a valid student or staff I.D. Five routes serve Allendale and Pew Campuses as well as its buildings along the Grand Rapids Medical Mile. Route 50 – Campus Connector Route: Provides service between the Allendale and Pew campuses with various stops at apartment complexes and retailers along Lake Michigan Drive. Schedule: Monday – Thursday from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Friday 6 a.m. – 6 p.m. Route 50 – Weekend Connector Route: This route provides service among the off-campus apartments, the Pew Campus, the Center for Health Sciences and the Downtown Transit Center to connect to all Rapid Routes. Schedule: Friday 6 p.m. – 3 a.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. – 3 a.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Route 37 –North Campus Express Route: Provides services between the Allendale area apartments north of West Campus Drive and the Kirkhof Center. Schedule: Monday – Thursday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday 6 p.m. (See Weekend Connector after 6 p.m.) Route 48 – South Campus Express Route: provides service from the Kirkhof Center in Allendale to the south off-campus apartment shuttles. This is in addition to the Off-Campus Apartment Shuttle. Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Friday: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. (See Weekend Connector after 6 p.m.)

Gerald R. Ford International Airport

The GR Ford International Airport is West Michigan’s largest commercial airport and the second busiest airport in Michigan. Served by nine different airlines, it offers almost 120 daily departures and arrivals – 18 of which are non-stop to major U.S. cities. Serviced by The Rapid Route 17, taxis and hotel shuttles, passengers who plan on departing from the airport are encouraged to arrive 90 minutes prior to scheduled departure and visit the Web site, http:// flygrandrapids.or, before leaving home to check flight times. Express Shuttle parking and long-term parking are offered at $2/hr, $8/day and $48/week with the seventh day free. Valet parking is also offered at $17 a day.

Amtrak The Amtrak is the daily train service from Grand Rapids and Holland to various cities in Michigan and the U.S. Grand Rapids: 431 Wealthy St. SW Holland: 171 Lincoln Ave. College students can sign up for a Student Advantage Discount Card that provides a 15 percent discount on the lowest available adult fare on most Amtrak trains for one year at cost of $20. For fares and schedules, call 800-8727245 or visit http://www.amtrak.com

Greyhound Local stations in Grand Rapids and Holland provide service to various cities in Michigan and throughout the U.S. and Canada. Grand Rapids: Central Station – 250 Grandville Ave. SW Holland: Bus and Amtrak Station- 171 Lincoln Ave. For fares and schedules, call 800-2312222 or visit http://www.greyhound.com

Taxi Services

When the Rapid is not enough, taxi cab companies across Grand Rapids still offer a safe method of transportation for those planning a night out on the town. Calder City Taxi: 616-454-3774 American Taxi Cab: 616-776-7272 My Taxi Service: 616-456–8222 Veterans & Yellow Cab: 616-459-4646 Davis Blaine: 616-734-8276 Metro Cab: 616-827-6500 Fares are $3.30 on the meter to start and an additional $1.80 per mile to passengers’ destination.

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Three Rapids routes meet at the Allendale Campus.

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Bike racks located across campus make biking to class an option for many students.

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LIBRARIES

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Library amenities go beyond books

Zumberge Library

Allendale Campus Monday - Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. - 2 a.m. Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - midnight Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday: noon - 2 a.m.

Steelcase Library Pew Campus Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. midnight Friday: 7:30 - 9 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. - midnight

Important Services Course Reserves A tool used by GVSU professors to get specific material out to their students. When a professor puts a document on course reserve for a given class, a student may access a physical copy by visiting the library’s reference desk or a computer copy by clicking the Course Reserve link on the library’s Web site, www.gvsu.edu/library/. Document Delivery A service that allows GVSU students to access articles and documents that are not readily available at their local library. GVSU can deliver any university-owned documents to the students desktop. Students may access the service at the GVSU library Web site.

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Zumberge Library on the Allendale Campus is only half of GVSU’s library resources. The Steelcase Library serves students on the Pew Campus.

RefWorks A valuable tool that assists students in building their reference pages or bibliographies. The program functions in several formats, including MLA, APA and Chicago style. Students may access the program by clicking More Services under the Services tab on the library’s Web site. Contact a GVSU library: Web site: www.gvsu.edu/library Phone: 616-331-3500 E-mail: refdesk@gvsu.edu Text: 265010 (type “gvuslibraries:” followed by message) AIM and Yahoo IM: gvsulibraries Information also available on Facebook

New Library Plans Groundbraking for the Mary Idema Pew Library and Information Commons is set for Sept. 21. The 140,000 square-foot new library will be adjacent to the Kirkhof Center. The estimated cost is $70 million and should be completed by 2013.

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An architect depicts the preliminary plans for the Mary Idema Pew Library. GVSU voted in February 2010 to go ahead with the $70 million project. The Pew Library will hold about 150,000 books, have room for 600,000 books in an automated retrieval system and contain 30 rooms for small group meetings. Once the new library is complete, Zumberge Library will be renovated for other uses such as classrooms.

The four floors of Zumberge Library offer about 60 computers and four printing stations. The reference desk is available to answer students’ questions and help them locate books. A conference area on the first floor is also a good option for group projects and research.

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Intramural competition

ampus Recreation offers 14 intramural sports to Grand Valley State University students during the fall. Championship winners in each sport receive T-shirts and a team picture on the Intramural Sports program’s Web site. The start of the 2010 intramural season is highlighted by the opening of a new turf field located next to Laker Village. Registration for each sport is available online at http://www.gvsu. edu/rec/ and flyers can be picked up in the Recreation Center main lobby. For additional information, contact the intramural office at 616-331-3224.

Softball Three pool-play games followed by a single-elimination playoff. Entry deadline: Sept. 3 Fee: $40 per team ($10 late fee) Captains meeting: Sept. 8 at 4:30 p.m. in KC 2266

Tennis Singles

Three games in a self-run league followed by a single-elimination tournament. Entry deadline: Sept. 3 Fee: $5

4-on-4 Sand Volleyaball Three pool play games followed by a single-elimination playoff. Entry deadline: Sept. 3 Fee: $30 ($10 late fee) Captains meeting: Sept. 9 at 9 p.m. in the Cook-DeWitt Center Auditorium

4-on-4 Roller Hockey Four league games followed by a single-elimination playoff. Entry deadline: Sept. 10 Fee: $40 per team ($10 late fee) Captains meeting: Sept. 14 at 4:30 p.m. in KC 1142

7-on-7 Flag Football Four league games followed by a single-elimination playoff. Entry deadline: Sept. 10 Fee: $45 per team ($10 late fee) Captains meeting: Sept. 15 at 9 p.m. in the Cook-DeWitt Center Auditorium

6-on-6 Outdoor Soccer

Four league games followed by a single-elimination playoff. Games will be played on the new turf field next to Laker Village. Entry deadline: Sept. 10 Fee: $40 per team ($10 late fee) Captains meeting: Sept. 15 at 4:30 p.m. in KC 2215/2216

Golf Scramble

Two-person, 18-hole scramble in men’s, women’s and co-ed divisions played at Meadows Golf Course on Sept. 12. Fee includes golf cart, use of practice range, food and prizes. Entry Deadline/Captains Meeting: Sept. 9 at 4:30 p.m. in Meadows outdoor pavilion Fee: $35 per person

Rowing

Co-ed teams will practice twice weekly until the Championship Regatta on Oct. 8. Fee includes a T-shirt and a barbecue following the regatta. Entry deadline: Sept. 10 Fee: $25 per person

Family weekend 3-on3 Basketball Tournament

A Gus Macker-format tournament played during Family Weekend, Sept. 18-19. The event is co-sponsored by the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Hoops-4-Youth. Entry deadline: Sept. 10 Fee: $15 per team ($5 late fee) Captains meeting: Sept. 16 at 4:30 p.m. in KC 2201

6-on-6 Volleyball

Four league games followed by a single-elimination playoff. Entry Deadline: Oct. 1 Fee: $40 per team ($10 late fee) Captains meeting: Oct. 6 at 4:30 p.m. in KC 2204

Bowling

High game and high series competitions held Oct. 7, 14, 21 and 28 at Lincoln Lanes in Standale. Weekly fee includes three games and shoes. Fee: $6 per person, per week Entry process: sign in at Lincoln Lanes.

Family Weekend 5k Run/Walk

A 5K walk/run with men’s and

women’s divisions, taking place on Sept. 18. Drawings for prizes will occur after the run. Fee: Free Entry Process: Sign up at 8:30 a.m. in Kirkoff Center Lobby

Punt, Pass and Kick Competition A combined-skills football competition on Oct. 24 in the Laker Turf Building. Fee: Free Entry Process: Competition begins at noon.

5-on-5 Basketball Tournament

A double-elimination tournament limited to 100 teams. If time is available, there will be a skills competition during the week of Dec. 5. Entry deadline: Nov. 5 Fee: $30 per team ($10 late fee) Captains meeting: Nov. 10, time and location to be announced.

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John Rosick is the Campus Rec assistant director.

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MINORITY RESOURCES

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Welcoming new perspectives

n important goal at Grand Valley State University is to make each student feel like a welcome member of the community. Several offices are available on campus to offer resources and support to different minority groups as they adjust to campus life.

Office of Multicultural Affairs: “each student, a different perspective”

1240 Kirkhof Center 616-331-2177 Office hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday-Friday

Inclusion and Equity Division

mission: to provide leadership in the development and implementation of a university-wide integrated approach to enhancing diversity awareness and intercultural competency for students, faculty and staff.

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The Women’s Center hosted EquiTea last year, one of their many events to educate and increase awareness about women’s rights and concerns.

10 Zumberge Library 616-331-3296

Women’s Center

mission: to create meaningful learning environment about women and gender and to advocate for gender justice through the education, engagement and empowerment of women students and the greater GVSU community. 1201 Kirkhof Center 616-331-2748

Padnos International Center

misison: to engage the University community in meaningful international experiences that foster an appreciation and awareness of diverse cultures, people and ideas. 130 Lake Ontario Hall 616-331-3898

DEALS AND DISCOUNTS

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College-friendly costs College discounts are available with a student ID. Art / Entertainment Actor’s Theatre 160 Fountain St. NE, Grand Rapids 616-234-3817 Regular season individual tickets for $20, and $10 rush tickets available for any open seats 45 minutes before the performance. Celebration! Cinema Four locations around Grand Rapids www.celebrationcinema.com $8 tickets for college students after 6 p.m. Additional discounts on concession items vary by location. Cannonsburg Ski Area 6800 Cannonsburg Rd., Belmont 616-874-6711 50 percent off lift ticket Fairlanes 3335 Fairlanes Ave., Grandville 616-534-6038 College night on Thursdays. All-you-can-bowl for $6 per person plus $1.59 shoe rental. Frederick Meijer Gardens 1000 East Beltline NE, Grand Rapids

888-957-1580 $9 admission

Gerald R. Ford Museum 303 Pearl St. NW, Grand Rapids Meadows Golf Club 616-254-0400 4645 West Campus Drive, $5 admission Allendale 616-331-1000 Grand Rapids Art Museum $35 for 18 holes with cart 101 Monroe Center, Grand $18 for 18 holes to walk Rapids 616-831-1000 Urban Institute for $7 admission Contemporary Arts 41 Sheldon Blvd. SE, Grand Grand Rapids Griffins Rapids 130 West Fulton St., Grand 616-454-7000 Rapids $25 student one-year 616-774-4585 membership gets you Groups of 10 or more are discounts on select exhibits eligible for discounted tickets with exact prices depending Dining on the size of the group. Call the sales department at The Bitter End Coffeehouse ext. 4 to set up a group rate, 752 West Fulton, Grand pre-purchase tickets, choose Rapids seats and avoid service fees 616-451-6061 and lines the night of. Friday 10 percent off nights also feature $11 tickets for walk-ups with college Boardwalk Subs ID. 4154 Lake Michigan Dr., Standale Grand Rapids Public 616-453-7275 Museum 10 percent off 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids Brandywine Restaurant 616-456-3977 1345 Lake Drive SE, Grand $3 admission Rapids 616-774-8641 Grand Rapids Symphony 10 percent off 300 Ottawa NW, Suite 100, Grand Rapids Dairy Queen/Orange Julius 616-454-9451 5053 Lake Michigan Dr.,

Allendale 616-895-2257 956 West Fulton St., Grand Rapids 616-235-0102 10 percent off GO JO Ethiopian Cuisine 421 Norwood SE, Grand Rapids 616-459-3383 10 percent off any meal Great China Inn 4160 Lake Michigan Dr., Standale 616-791-1836 10 percent off any meal Mancino’s 4639 Lake Michigan Dr., Allendale 616-895-4343 10 percent off Mr. Gyros Restaurant 3900 Lake Michigan Dr. NW, Walker 616-791-6660 15 percent off Murphy’s Family Restaurant 4963 Lake Michigan Dr., Suite D, Allendale 616-895-1744 10 percent off Peppino’s Ristorante 5065 Lake Michigan Dr., Allendale 616-895-1615 15 percent off

DEALS AND DISCOUNTS

30 2010 / 2011 Quiznos Subs 146 Monroe Center, No. 160, Grand Rapids 616-742-4400 4485 Canal Avenue SW, Grandville 616-532-6400 Free drink with purchase of sub or salad entree

616-241-0600 $17 oil changes, 10 percent off on labor costs Personal Services

Design 1 Salon & Spa 4485 Plainfield Ave. NE, Grand Rapids Uccello’s 616-363-9019 787 Lake Michigan Drive, 5747 28th St. SE, Grand Standale Rapids 616-735-5520 616-956-1659 15 percent off $10 off any service Vito’s Pizza 658 West Fulton, Rapids 616-451-8277 10 percent off Automotive Services

Ideal Image Full Service Grand Salon 619 East Leonard NW, Grand Rapids 616-988-5757 $5 off tanning package

Allendale Auto Supply 5455 Auto Court, Allendale 616-895-4364 10-15 percent off

Rosedale Floral 3970 Lake Michigan Drive, Grand Rapids 616-453-0594 15 percent off

Screaming Needle Tattoo Curless Auto Repair Co. 347 LaGrave SE, Grand 1823 Plainfield Ave., Suite E, Rapids Grand Rapids 616-988-1315 616-331-2900 15 percent off, excluding oil 10 percent off for a tattoo changes Hansen-Dyke Automotive 4271 Lake Michigan Dr., Allendale 616-895-4512 $3 off oil change, 10 percent off brake service Real Pro Auto Service 3388 Eastern Ave., Grand Rapids

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Most-dialed contacts All on-campus numbers are preceded by “616-33.”

Information Hotline

Allendale- Kirkhof Center 20/20 desk 1-2020

ARC Tutoring Center

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Housing

Are you looking to save money on textbooks this year? Look no further! Brian’s Books has two convenient locations in Allendale and Grand Rapids. www.briansbooks.net.

Cheap Food, Tickets and Drinks! Tickets just $5 when you show your college ID! You can check us out at whitecapsbaseball.com or fifththirdballpark.com!

Come experience the Comfortable and Affordable side of Living. Check us out at www.loftsapartments.com or call 616-234-0100.

Every Monday is College Night. Get in for just $5 with your College ID. Text KZOOVU to 68683 to receive discounts and coupons! Visit dejavu.com

Copper Beech Townhomes...the most space for the best price! 1, 2, 3, or 4 bedroom units! Located in Allendale on 48th Street. Call 616-895-2900 or visit copprbeechtownhomes.com for more information.

Check out Biggby Coffee located in Allendale! Along with great drinks, Biggby offers free wi-fi and is conveniently located to campus. Stop in today! Conveniently located between Allendale and Grand Rapids, Boardwalk subs offers great discounts to students. Stop in and receive a 10% discount with your student ID! Grand Valley State University presents Fall Arts Celebration 2010. Enriching the arts and humanities in West Michigan. Meijer Mania exclusively for Grand Valley students! August 26, 9pm-12am. Free food and product samples. Prizes and much more! Could win $5,000 shopping spree! Metro Health is on campus to meet your healthcare needs. Accepting all major health insurance plans, and we’ll bill your insurance provider. Call (616) 252-6030. We wash every car like it’s our own! Stop by Allendale Auto Wash today! Located _ mile west of GVSU campus. 616.895.5040. Weekend masses Saturday 4pm, Sunday 9am and 11am. 733 Bridge St, NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504. (616) 458-3213. Visit www.stjamesparish.catholicweb.com. Welcome back GVSU students! Motman’s Farm Market opens September 8th and offers great deals to students and staff. Located one mile east of GVSU Campus!

Roommates UPPER, 1 BEDROOM APT, COLLINDALE NW, 844, for one adult. UTILITIES, D/W, W/D, PVT. DECK W/ GAS GRILL, newer ktchen, cable, WIFI, $480 PER MONTH + DEPOSIT AND REF. 453-6864

Services Lake Michigan Credit Union: Best place for GVSU banking. Free checking, online banking, 5 ATMs on campus. Open Mon-Thurs. 9-5:30, Fri 9-6 &Sat 9-1. Looking for beautiful flowers all year round? Rosedale floral has a variety of fresh flowers, candy, and stuffed animals to meet your needs! www.rosedalefloral.net. Providing reliable and confidential information on abortion and alternatives, emergency contraception, after abortion questions and STD test. 24 hr call (616)456-6873. Free: pregnancy test, ultrasound.

Luxury skyline living in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids located across the river from the GVSU Downtown Campus. Contact 616-776-3300. New apartments for 2010. August deal, sign a 12 month lease and get one month rent free. Free heat, laundry, and parking. Call 616.895.4001 One Bedroom Apartments in the heart of downtown. Check us out at www.highlandplaceapartments.com or call 616-234-0100. Rates at Pineridge Apartments starting at just $399. 1 month free when you sign a 12 month lease! Call today! (616) 453-7999 or visit pineridge-apartments.com. Reserve the perfect apartment for you! American Seating Apartments is now leasing for 2011 – 2012. Call today at 616.262.5153 or visit www.americanseatingpark.c om.

Opportunities

The Village at 48 West is now leasing for Fall 2011. Join us for our welcome back bash 8/28/10 4-8pm. Call 616-895-2400 or visit 48west.com.

Changing the world by changing theirs. TEACH. $30,000 Fellowship. Master Degree. Ongoing Support. Apply now – October 13 deadline. www.wwteachfellowship.org.

Free “Lost and Found” Ads for faculty, students, and staff. Ad will run four editions. Call 331-2460 or submit at Lanthorn.com

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