Grand Valley Lanthorn
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The principal directory to campus and city life for the Grand Valley State University community.
TABLE OF CONTENTS On Campus.................................4 Health Care.................................8 Local Worship...........................10 Alternative Transportation......13 Night Out..................................20 LGBT Resources ........................21 Discounts & Deals.....................24 and much more ...
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Grand Valley Lanthorn Volume 44, Number 2 The Grand Valley Lanthorn is published twice-weekly by Grand Valley State University students 62 times a year. One copy of this newspaper is available free of charge to any member of the Grand Valley Community. For additional copies, please contact our business offices. POSTMASTER: please send form 3579 to Grand Valley Lanthorn, 0051 Kirkhof, Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI, 49401
EDITORIAL STAFF Editor in Chief JENNY WHALEN Managing Editor LAUREN FITCH Assistant News Editor CHELSEA LANE Sports Editor MATT KUZAWA Arts and Entertainment Editor HALEY OTMAN Laker Life Editor SUSIE SKOWRONEK Photography Editor LUKE HOTWAGNER Copy Editors MOLLY GADDIE JESSICA PAWLOWSKI EMILY HOSS Layout Editor MARIANA SAUCEDO Layout Staff ANDREA COLF JOEY SALAMON Web Master JON ROOST CJ RAFTERY ERIN VICKERS JOSH KOVACH
ADVERTISING STAFF Advertising Manager MALLORY WEBER Assistant Advertising Manager LINDSAY PARKINSON Advertising Reps DANIEL DELAMIELLEURE REBECCA DEBONO MINDY BLUHM Advertising Designer VALENTINA VALDES
BUSINESS STAFF Business Manager ERIC LEE Assistant Business Manager FERRIS JUMAH Distribution DAVE BABCOCK JEFF DIMITRIEVSKI CHRIS ROWELL MATT MCMURRY Receptionists KIM SANDERS CARIAN WHITE Faculty Adviser LAWRENCE BEERY
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Corrections At the Lanthorn we strive to bring you the most accurate news possible. If we make a mistake, we want to make it right. If you ďŹ nd any errors of fact in the Lanthorn, let us know by calling (616) 331-2464 or by e-mailing editorial@lanthorn.com.
SURVIVAL GUIDE
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SURVIvAL TIPS for GRAND VALLEY STUDENTS No “what you need for college” list could be sufficient without a little upperclassman insight. As a first-year student, back-to-school supplies include extra long sheets and shower shoes, but lack some of the most basic elements for survival away from home. Much of this survival knowledge is gained through experience, but some of these experiences may leave the unprepared student worse for wear. Fact: If you do not live in West Michigan or in the Upper Peninsula, you have never truly experienced winter. Insight: Bring snow boots, a winter coat with a thick lining, multiple pairs of gloves and under armor. Long underwear may seem an extreme measure, but when snow drifts pass your knees, the windchill drops below zero degrees and Grand Valley State University remains open, that second skin is your best friend. Fact: It rains — a lot. Insight: Invest in a pair of rain boots. When it rains, it pours and pools on the sidewalks in deceptively deep puddles. West Michigan receives about 40 inches of rainfall each year making for a cold, wet walk to and from class. An average pair of galoshes, found at stores such as Meijer and Target, is about $20 and well worth the expense. Just as any job has certain tricks of the trade, so too does college. Many more ins and outs concerning GVSU and its surrounding community can be found in this Survival Guide.
Fact: West Michigan’s wind energy economy is booming. Insight: Purchase a sturdy umbrella and windbreaker to battle campus gusts. Built on the edge of a series of ravines, GVSU’s campus buildings are unnatural barriers to an otherwise flat landscape. As this wind whips around GVSU buildings, the unprepared student will take the brunt of the force and arrive to class ravaged and windblown.
Fact: Full-time students can get free sports tickets. Insight: All sports tickets are free for students with a valid student ID. Tickets can be picked up at the Fieldhouse or at the 20/20 desk in the Kirkhof Center prior to the game. Football tickets often run out quickly, so get tickets early to ensure a seat in the stands. Here at GVSU we “row” each time a touchdown is scored. The cheerleaders will direct the count, but be prepared to take a seat and row 30 or more strokes for each game.
Fact: Wheels help you cross campus faster, but larceny is the No. 1 crime on campus. Insight: Bikes and roller blades can cut in half the time for a cross-campus trek, but if your transportation is stolen, it is back to walking. Upon arrival, register your bike with the Department of Public Safety and buy a sturdy lock. Rest assured not all unlocked bikes are stolen ... some are thrown into the ravines by persons unknown.
Fact: Professors are not off the clock after class ends. Insight: Professors are available long after class has let out by means of their office hours. For extra explanation, personal issues or friendly conversation, professors set aside several hours each week for students to visit with them one-on-one.
Important Dates for 2009/2010 Fall Classes Begin — Aug. 31 Registration & Drop/Add — Ends Sept. 4 Labor Day Recess — Sept. 6-8 Mid-term Evaluations — Oct. 12-17 Thanksgiving Recess — Nov. 25-29 Classes End — Dec. 12 Commencement — Dec. 12 (Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids) Congratulations, Grads! Examinations — Dec. 14-18 Fall Semester Ends — Dec. 18 Grades Available to Students — Dec. 24
Winter Classes Begin — Jan. 11 Registration & Drop/Add — Ends Jan. 15 Mid-term Evaluations — Feb. 22-26 Spring Break — March 7-14 Classes end — April 24 Examinations — April 26-May 1 Winter Semester Ends — May 1 Commencement — May 1 (Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids) Congratulations, Grads! Grades Available to Students — May 6
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ON CAMPUS
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Essential campus locales
Student Services Building
Admissions Office Provides information on the university and its programs to undergraduate, graduate and international students. Location: Ground floor Student Services Building Phone: (616) 331-2025 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/admissions Career Services Center Assists students to identify and explore career options available within majors, develop resumes and cover letters and hone interview skills. The center also helps students find internships and post-graduate employment. All services are free. Location: (Allendale) 206 Student Service Building; (Pew) 116B DeVos Center Phone: Allendale — (616) 331-3311; Pew — (616) 331-6708 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/careers/ Counseling and Career Development Center Offers information on stress-related issues, depression, sexual assault, suicide and any drug- or alcohol-related concerns as well
as individual and group counseling options. Services through the center are free, however, career tests and personal assessments administered through the center have a fee. Location: (Allendale) 204 Student Services Building; (Pew) 116 Building B Phone: (616) 331-3266 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/counsel/ Disability Support Services Provides support services and accommodations for persons with physical and learning disabilities by offering tutoring services, assistive technologies and campus transportation. Location: 200 Student Services Building Phone: (616) 331-2490 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/dss/ Financial Aid Assists students in applying for various forms of financial aid and provides alternative loan information, entrance and exit counseling and scholarships. Location: 100 Student Services Building Phone: (616) 331-3234 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/financialaid/
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Seeking advice: The Office of Financial Aid is located on the first floor of the Student Services Building.
Kirkhof Center The Kirkhof Center is the heart of the Allendale Campus, housing the 20/20 desk, Office of Student Life and Events Services, Student Organization Center, Student Senate Office, River Landing, University Bookstore, copy center, Lanthorn office, WCKS The Whale, GVTV, School of Communications Studio, Java City, big screen movie theater, game room and piano room, as well as various meeting rooms, lounges and special offices. The Rapid also stops outside the building’s south entrance. Community Service Learning Center Helps students, staff and faculty create and find service opportunities in the community, network with local non-profit agencies and support faculty with academic service-learning needs. Location: 110 B Kirkhof Center Phone: (616) 331-2468 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/service/ LGBT Resource Center Open to all students, faculty and staff seeking information or support for LGBT issues. The center provides support services, educational and
training workshops, and a safe environment for all members of the university to come together to encourage inclusion in the community. Location: 1161 Kirkhof Center Phone: (616) 331-2530 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/lgbtrc/ Office of Multicultural Affairs Stimulates intercultural awareness and dialogue among members of the community by encouraging campus programming that respects and appreciates the history, culture and traditions of ethnic groups. The office also serves as a resource for the community on issues of inclusion, diversity, multiculturalism and interculturalism. Location: 1240 Kirkhof Center Phone: (616) 331-2177 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/oma/ Women’s Center Promotes and supports the present and future success of women students through education, programs and services. Location: 1201 Kirkhof Center Phone: (616) 331-2748 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/women_cen/
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Student central: The Kirkhof Center is the university center of student life, student media and special offices.
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Top-shelf library resources Zumberge Library – Allendale Campus (616) 331-3500 or (800) 879-0581 http://www.gvsu.edu/library/ Hours of operation: Sunday: noon to 2 a.m. Monday–Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday: 7:30 a.m to midnight Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Steelcase Library – Pew Campus (616) 331-3500 Hours of operation: Sunday: 11 a.m. to midnight Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to midnight Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. * The week prior to exam weeks as well as during exams the libraries are open 24 hours. Services You Should Know About Ask a Librarian E-mail, instant message or text questions directly to the library help desk from any location. For instant messages: AIM and Yahoo = gvsulibraries
MSN = refdesk@gvsu.edu To text: Send messages to 265010. In the body of the text, type gvsulibraries: followed by the message.
Databases The library provides hundreds of online databases relating to thousands of subjects and available in a variety of search formats. Access to all databases is free for students.
E-mail: refdesk@gvsu.edu
Government Resources GVSU is a depository for both U.S. and Michigan government documents. The library has been a selective depository in the Federal Depository Library Program since 1963 and currently receives approximately 44 percent of the documents distributed by the program. Access to all documents is free for students.
Document Delivery If the article you need is not available at your library of choice, you can request to have Grand Valley State University-owned articles delivered to your desktop or from partner libraries through the Document Delivery system. Under the “Doc. Delivery” tab on the library’s main Web site, log in with your GVSU network username and password. If you have problems or questions contact docdel@gvsu. edu or call the helpdesk at (616) 331-2101. RefWorks This research management tool helps students to collect, organize and manage references needed to build a bibliography. This program can format bibliographies and manuscripts in several formats, including MLA, APA and Chicago, and can be accessed from any computer linked to the Internet. A link is available under the “More” tab on the library’s main Web site. Log in using your GVSU network username and password.
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Research ready: The Zumberge Library offers numerous study resources.
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OFF-CAMPUS WI-FI
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Wireless Hot Spots The Allendale and Pew campuses offer free wireless Internet to all Grand Valley State University students. However, sometimes a change of scenery can help stimulate the creative process. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi at these off-campus locations and help support local businesses. Around Allendale: Allendale Township Public Library 6175 Library Lane, Allendale Biggby’s Coffee 4814 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Dairy Queen 5053 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Main Street Pub 11240 University Parkway, Allendale Mancino’s Pizza and Grinders 4639 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Peppino’s Pizzeria Ristorante 5053 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale
Uccello’s 4787 Lake Michigan Drive, Walker In Grand Rapids: Albatross Coffee House 1507 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids
Hall, Lake Superior Hall and Henry Hall. Computer kiosks in the Kirkhof Center are also available for personal use. Students can log on to the university network using their GVSU username (example: smithj) and password.
Biggby’s Coffee 4750 Cascade Road SE, Grand Rapids Bitter End Coffee House 752 W. Fulton St., Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Public Library 111 Library St. NE, Grand Rapids Schuler Books & Music 40 Fountain NW, Grand Rapids * Computer labs are available on the Pew Campus in the Center for Health Science and DeVos Center and on the Allendale Campus in the Zumberge Library, Calder Art Center, Performing Arts Center, Mackinac Hall, Manitou Hall, Lake Ontario
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Net surfing: Students study while enjoying iced beverages and free Internet access at a local Biggby’s Coffee.
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MONEY MATTERS
Managing personal finances It is a fact of life that college students have limited financial resources. The cost of tuition, textbooks, rent, groceries and a social life each take their toll on students’ bank accounts. However, there are alternatives to bankruptcy. Many banks in the area offer loans specifically geared toward students and Grand Valley State University’s Financial Aid Office offers emergency loans when time is of the essence. Before applying for a loan, students should research their options online or by talking with a Financial Aid counselor. Visit http://www.gvsu.edu/financialaid/ for more information.
Fast Cash Allendale Campus ATMs
Lake Michigan Credit Union: • The Commons (lower level) • Kleiner Commons • Fieldhouse • Kirkhof • Drive up kiosk at 42nd Street and Pierce (Water Tower Place) Fifth Third Bank: • Kirkhof Center National City Bank: • Kirkhof Center
Pew Campus ATMs Fifth Third Bank: • DeVos Center
Local Banking Offices
Byron Bank 5980 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Phone: (616) 588-3810
Choice One Bank 661 W. Randall St., Coopersville Phone: (616) 837-9788 Comerica Bank 31 68th Ave., Coopersville Phone: (616) 837-8192 Huntington Bank 6065 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Phone: (616) 895-6661 3901 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Grand Rapids Phone: 616 771-6252 Lake Michigan Credit Union 2720 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 242-9790 MacAtawa Bank 6299 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Phone: (616) 895-9893 National City Bank 5111 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Phone: (616) 892-5111
GVSU Emergency Loans
As a service to students, the Financial Aid Office provides short-term loans to students when tuition arrangements have already been made for the upcoming semester. These limited loans ($300 maximum) are typically used for the purchase of textbooks and supplies. Contact the Office of Financial Aid, Pew Student Services, or the Regional Center that you are attending to obtain an application for a Short Term Emergency Loan along with eligibility requirements and repayment information.
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Easy access: ATMs located on campus make it convenient for students to get extra cash when they need it.
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HEALTH CARE
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General Medicine:
e r a C h Healt Students will often travel home or visit the Campus Health Center to tend health concerns, not realizing the numerous local options also available for such care. In the Allendale and greater Grand Rapids area there are hundreds of family practices, dentists, opticians and specialists to serve the needs of students. Several offices located near the Allendale Campus are listed below. Students looking for a local physician should research the many practices in the area or talk with staff at the Campus Health Center to find one who best fits their needs.
Campus Health Center
10383 A 42nd Ave. (In the plaza across from the water tower next to Papa John’s) Phone: (616) 331-2435 Walk-in Clinic Hours: Monday through Friday — 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed on major holidays Services: • Treatment for illnesses and injuries • STD testing and treatment • Complete physical exams • Immunizations • Women’s health • Diagnostic tests
Metro Health 11160 W.J. Presley Parkway (just off Lake Michigan Drive), Suite 100, Allendale Phone: (616) 252-3900
Eye Care:
Allendale Eye Care 11301 Commerce Road, Suite A, Allendale Phone: (616) 895-9550 Sears Optical – In Rivertown Crossings Mall 3622 Rivertown Parkway, Grandville Phone: (616) 257-5068
Dental:
Fred Hoekzema Jr., DDS 4868 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Phone: (616) 895-7415 RediDental 12662 Riley St., Suite 130, Holland Phone: (616) 796-3200
Pharmacy:
Family Fare Supermarket 6370 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
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Walgreens 4400 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Walker Phone: (616) 791-1655
Pregnancy:
AAA Abortion Clinic of Grand Rapids 3212 Eastern Ave. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 245-8800 Planned Parenthood 425 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 774-7005 Pregnancy Resource Center 415 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 456-6873 Women’s Medical Center 3212 Eastern Ave., Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 245-8800
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: Open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Alpine Center Urgent Care 2332 Alpine Ave. NW. Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 391-6220 Broadmoor Center Urgent Care 3350 Broadmoor Ave. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 391-8020 Plainfield Center Urgent Care 5378 Plainfield Ave. NE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 391-6230
Hospitals:
Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital 1840 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 774-7444 Emergency: (616) 744-7740 Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital 100 Michigan St. NE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 391-1774 Emergency: (616) 391-1680
South Pavilion Urgent Care 80 68th St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 391-8742
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Good care: Convenient health care on campus.
* In case of a life-threatening or emergency medical situation, seek medical assistance by calling 911.
CHILD CARE
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Need a qualified caretaker to watch your children while you work, study, lecture and learn? Here are a few local organizations looking to fulfill the needs of you and your child: Freedom Baptist Schools 6340 Autumn Drive, Hudsonville Open Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $50 registration fee — age 2 to 2 1/2 $46.24 per day or $184.96 per week, age 2 1/2 to 3 $42.71 per day or $170.84 per week, age 3 plus $39.17 per day or $156.68 per week Rates are also available for before- and afterschool care, half days and additional children per family. The Baptist education instills Christ-like values into children, so graduates enter the world armed with strong morals and principles. History, science, reading and writing are taught in an exploration of God’s universe. Phone: (616) 669-2270 Web site: http://www.freedombaptistschools.org
Children’s Enrichment Center 1 West Campus Drive, Allendale Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: Student parents $110, faculty/staff $140, community members $175 Children are organized into age groups in which they participate in physical activities and develop fine motor skills. They socialize in cooperative playtime and share meals. The center exposes them to literature and focuses learning on weekly themes. Phone: (616) 331-5437 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/child/
Jenison Christian School 7726 Graceland Drive, Jenison Cost: One child $4 per hour, two children $5 per hour, three children $6 per hour, four children $7 per hour Three or 4-year-old preschool: two to three days – mornings from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., afternoons from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Pre-kindergarten or half-day kindergarten: Monday to Friday from 8:50 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. Full-day kindergarten: Monday through Friday from 8:50 a.m. to 3:25 p.m. Before school hours: 6:45 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. After school hours: 3:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Every subject fulfills the standards of the Michigan curriculum while providing a Christian perspective. Teachers offer a broad range of teaching techniques to accommodate for different learning styles. Phone: (616) 457-3301 Web site: http://jenisonchristian.org/
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Apple Tree Christian Learning 11272 Edgewater Drive, Allendale Open Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: Infants/Toddlers full day $92 or $192 per week, half day $33 or $119 per week Preschool full day $80 or $152 per week, half day $28 or $114 per week Kindergarten full day $76 or $142 per week, half day $24 or $107 per week School Age before school $22 per week, after school $28 per week, both $47 per week Five percent discount for GVSU students, faculty and staff. Apple Tree also accepts state aid for parents receiving DHS childcare support. Apple Tree provides a safe home-away-from-home for children (infants to school age) to develop character and grow into morally responsible adults. They will learn self-discipline, problem solving and positive traits while split into several age groups for specialized learning. Phone: (616) 895-1197 Web site: http://www.appletreekids.cc/
Busy Feet Daycare 274 Ottawa Street, Coopersville Cost: Infant $150 per week, wobbler $140 per week, toddler $130 per week, preschool $120 per week, school age $100 per week Programs include music and art, introduction to Spanish, science, math and computers, library day and daily story time. Full- and part-time care available. Phone: (616) 997-2273 Web site: http://www.busyfeetdaycare.com
Georgetown Christian Reformed Church 6475 40th Ave., Hudsonville Open Monday to Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: Before school $6.25, after school $6.25, whole day $30 Preschool children learn letters, numbers and other preschool-appropriate concepts. After school children participate in Bible stories, science and music activities, literature and physical activities. Phone: (616) 669-5180 Web site: http://www.georgetowncrc.org
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LOCAL WORSHIP
Keeping the faith When searching for a religious service, some students can find a good fit with the services offered by the Campus Ministry. For others, local options off campus are available without a lot of travel. Campus Ministry Cook-DeWitt Center Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. Officiators: John DeBoer, Chris Pieters, Kevin Harney http://www.gvsu.edu/campusministry/
Second Christian Reformed Church of Allendale 6950 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Officiator: Pastor Harold Veldman http://www.2ndcrc-allendale.org/
Christian Fellowship Assembly 9930 64th Ave., Allendale Services: Sunday 10 a.m. to 10:35 a.m. praise and worship, 10:34 to 11:15 a.m. teaching/ sermon and Sunday school for children, 11:15 to 11:30 a.m. post-service praise and worship Officiators: Rev. Ronald C and Wilma Hirdes http://www.cfachurch.org/
St. James Catholic Church 733 Bridge St. NW, Grand Rapids Services: Sunday 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., MondayFriday 5:15 p.m., Saturday 4 p.m. Officiator: Rev. Dennis Morrow http://stjamesparish.catholicweb.com/index. cfm
Congregation Ahavas Israel 2727 Michigan NE, Grand Rapids Services: Wednesday and Thursday 7:30 a.m. Minyan, Saturday 9:30 a.m. Shabbat Officiator: Rabbi David J. B. Krishef http://www.ahavasisraelgr.org/
St. Luke University Parish Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m. Allendale Christian School gym (11050 64th Ave.), 10:30 a.m. Allendale Christian School gym, 5:30 p.m. Cook-DeWitt Auditorium Officiators: Rev. Don and Rev. Brad http://www.lukespot.com
First Allendale Christian Reformed Church 5734 Country View Drive, Allendale Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Officiator: Pastor Tim Howerzyl http://www.firstallendalecrc.org/
Temple Emanuel 1715 East Fulton St., Grand Rapids Services: Friday 6:15 p.m. Officiators: Rabbi Schadick http://www.templeemanuelgr.org
Lighthouse Community Church 5947 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale Services: Sunday at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.; fourth Sunday of the month at 6 p.m. Officiator: Rev. Steve Demers http://www.lighthouse-ministries.org/ Mars Hill 3501 Fairlanes Ave. SW. Grandville Services: Sunday 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Officiator: Pastor Rob Bell http://www.marshilll.org
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Giving Back Downtown Service Organizations God’s Kitchen is a program of Catholic Charities West Michigan that feeds the hungry in urban Grand Rapids. Volunteers are needed to drive for food pick-ups, assist kitchen staff with preparation or clean up and assemble meal packages for the Meals on Wheels program. Contact Rob Miller at (616) 454-4110.
Mel Trotter Ministries provides shelter, food, clothing and education for those in need. Money donations are accepted and volunteers are needed for dinner shifts and retail stores. Skilled volunteers can help in different areas from mentoring to remodeling to mechanic services. A volunteer application can be downloaded and completed at http://www.meltrotter.org/volunteer.aspx.
Humane Society provides education, example, placement and protection for the humane treatment of animals in Kent County. Volunteers are needed for a variety of positions from puppy petters to dog walkers to foster parents in addition to administrative and fundraising roles. An application can be downloaded at http://www.hskc.org and an orientation is required for all accepted volunteers.
Habitat for Humanity builds healthy and affordable housing for families in Kent County. Volunteers can help with construction labor, committee work or fundraising. Contact volunteer coordinator Colleen MahonVanDoren at cmahonvdoren@habitatkent.org.
Big Brothers Big Sisters is a mentoring program for kids in Kent and Ottawa counties. Volunteers are expected to make a one-year commitment, pledging two or three hours a week to spend with their student. Applicants must pass a background check, provide three references and go through an interview. Contact D.A. Blodgett for Children at (616) 451-2021 to get started on the application process.
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AREA HOTELS
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Hotels within driving range If campus dorms and off-campus apartments prove too small to accommodate visiting friends and family, local hotels offer a tempting alternative to sleeping bags and air mattresses. Many of these hotels offer complimentary breakfast buffets and are pet friendly, too.
Sleep Inn & Suites
Location: 4869 Becker Drive, Allendale Phone: (616) 892-8000 Amenities: Deluxe continental breakfast, highspeed Internet access, weekday newspaper, indoor heated pool and fitness center. Petfriendly. Rates: Starting at $109.99
Rodeway Inn
Location: 1040 O’Malley Drive, Coopersville Phone: (616) 837-8100 Amenities: Continental breakfast, wireless high-speed Internet access, indoor pool and hot tub, and exercise room. Pet friendly. Rates: Starting at $69.99
Quality Inn
Location: 3301 Highland Drive, Hudsonville
Phone: (616) 662-4000 Amenities: Continental breakfast, wireless high-speed Internet access and weekday newspaper. Pet friendly. Rates: Starting at $74.95
Super 8 Motel
Location: 3005 Corporate Grove Drive, Hudsonville Phone: (616) 896-6710 Amenities: Continental breakfast, high-speed Internet access and indoor heated pool. Pet friendly. Rates: Starting at $65
Best Western Grandvillage Inn
Location: 3425 Fairlanes Ave. SW, Grandville Phone: (616) 532-3222 Amenities: Full breakfast, high-speed Internet, cocktail lounge, indoor heated pool and hot tub. Rates: Starting at $79
Holiday Inn Express
Location: 4651 36th St., Grandville Phone: (616) 532-0202 Amenities: Deluxe continental breakfast, highspeed Internet access, fitness center, game
area, indoor pool and hot tub Rates: Starting from $109.99
Comfort Suites
Location: 4520 Kenowa Ave. SW, Grandville Phone: (616) 667-0733 Amenities: Deluxe continental breakfast, wireless high-speed Internet access, weekday newspaper, indoor pool and hot tub, and fitness center. Rates: Starting at $94.99
Days Inn & Suites
Location: 3825 28th St. SW, Grandville Phone: (616) 531-5263 Amenities: Continental breakfast, high-speed Internet access, weekday newspaper and fitness center. Pet friendly. Rates: Starting from $59.99 ** Rates for downtown Grand Rapids hotels generally start at $150 per night.
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Night away: Local hotels are often used by visiting family and friends.
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ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION
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Travel by alternative transportation Local transportaton alternatives can relieve the stress of travel, support a green economy and save on gas expenses. By Mapquest calculations it takes approximately 24 minutes to traverse the 12.77 miles between the Allendale and Pew campuses. Both time and distance are short for a one-way trip, but traveling round trip three or more times a week may get costly or troublesome. Many alternative forms of transportation are avaiilable to make the trip easier. The Rapid The primary public transportation system for Grand Rapids’ metro area, The Rapid operates 26 fixed routes, including those to Grand Valley State University’s Allendale Campus. GVSU students, faculty and staff can ride on any Rapid route for free with a student or staff I.D. Five routes serve GVSU’s Allendale and Pew campuses as well as its buildings along 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, such as Meijer, along Lake Michigan Drive. Schedule: Monday through Thursday – 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. New this year, the Weekend Connector route begins weeknights at 6 p.m. Friday – 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend Connector times begin after 6 p.m. Route 50 – Weekend Connector Route: Provides service among the off-campus apartments, Pew Campus, Center for Health Sciences and the Downtown Transit Center to connect all Rapid routes. Schedule: Friday – 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday – 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Route 37 – Off-campus Apartments / North Campus Express Route: Provides service between the Allendale area apartments north of West Campus Drive and the Kirkhof Center. Schedule: Monday through Thursday – 7 a.m. to midnight. Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend Connector times begin after 6 p.m. Route 48 – Off-campus Apartments / South Campus Express Route: Provides service from the Kirkhof Center in Allendale to the south off-campus apartments. Schedule: Monday through Thursday – 7 a.m. to midnight. Friday – 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend Connector times begin after 6 p.m. Route 51 – CHS Express Route: Provides service between the Pew Campus and the Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences on the Michigan Street Hill Schedule: Monday through Thursday – 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday – 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend Connector times begin after 6 p.m.
Taxi Services Long after The Rapid Campus Connector has stopped running, taxi cab companies in Grand Rapids continue to transport individuals and groups throughout the downtown area. Save a few of these numbers in your cell phone before heading out for the night and allow the taxi to be your designated driver. Calder City Taxi Phone: (616) 454-3774 or (616) 454-8080 American Taxi Cab Phone: (616) 776-7272 My Taxi Service Phone: (616) 456-8222 Veterans & Yellow Cab Phone: (616) 459-4646 Davis Blaine Phone: (616) 734-8276 Metro Cab Phone: (616) 827-6500 For the Grand Rapids area, fares are $3.30 on the meter to start and $1.80 per mile to passengers’ destination. Airport Gerald R. Ford International Airport is West Michigan’s largest commercial airport and the second busiest in Michigan. The airport is served by nine passenger airlines and offers almost 120 daily departures and arrivals – 18 of which are nonstop to major U.S. cities, including New York and Washington, D.C. Passengers departing from Ford Airport are encouraged to arrive at the airport 90 minutes prior to scheduled departure and visit http://www.flygrandrapids. org before leaving home to check flight times. The airport is served by The Rapid Route 17, taxis and hotel shuttles. Express-Shuttle parking and long-term parking are $2 per hour, $8 a day and $48 per week with the seventh day free. Valet parking is $17 per day.
Amtrak 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. For $20, 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. For fares and schedules call (800) 872-7245 or visit http:// http://www.amtrak.com/. Greyhound Local stations in Grand Rapids and Holland provide bus service to various cities in Michigan and throughout the U.S. and Canada. Grand Rapids: Central Station – 250 Grandville Ave. SW Holland: Bus & Amtrak Station – 171 Lincoln Ave. For fares and schedules call (800) 231-2222 or visit http://www.greyhound.com/.
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Fall Sports Schedule Football 8/29 at West Texas A&M in Canyon, Texas, 7 p.m. 9/05 at Indianapolis in Indianapolis, Ind., 6 p.m. 9/12 vs. Saginaw Valley State University at Lubbers Stadium, 7 p.m. 9/19 at Ferris State in Big Rapids, Mich. 7 p.m. 9/26 at Michigan Tech in Houghton, Mich. 6 p.m. 10/03 vs. Tiffin (Family Day) at Lubbers Stadium, 7 p.m. 10/10 at Hillsdale in Hillsdale, Mich., 2:30 p.m. 10/17 vs. Findlay (Homecoming) at Lubbers Stadium, 7 p.m. 10/24 at Ashland in Ashland, Ohio, 1 p.m. 10/31 vs. Northern Michigan at Lubbers Stadium, 7 p.m. 11/07 vs. Wayne State at Lubbers Stadium, 1 p.m.
Women’s Soccer 8/28 vs. Columbus in St.Tampa, Fla., 1:30 p.m. 8/30 at University of Tampa in Tampa, Fla.,10 a.m. 9/04 vs. Missouri-St. Louis in Allendale, 4 p.m. 9/06 vs. Quincy in Allendale, noon 9/13 vs. Ferris State in Allendale, noon 9/18 vs. Northern Michigan in Allendale, 4 p.m. 9/20 at Ashland in Ashland, Ohio, noon 9/23 vs. Indianapolis in Fort Wayne, Ind., 6 p.m. 9/25 vs. Findlay in Allendale, 4 p.m. 9/27 vs. Tiffin in Allendale, noon
10/02 at Northwood Univ. in Midland, Mich., 2 p.m. 10/04 at SVSU Center, Mich., noon 10/09 at Northern Michigan in Marquette, Mich. 4 p.m. 10/11 vs. Ashland in Allendale, noon 10/16 at Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, 4 p.m. 10/18 at Tiffin in Tiffin, Ohio, noon 10/23 vs. Northwood University Allendale, 4 p.m. 10/25 vs. SVSU Allendale, noon 10/31 at Ferris State in Big Rapids, Mich., noon
Women’s Volleyball Lady Buff Volleyball Classic 8/28 vs. Western New Mexico in Canyon, Texas, 1 p.m. vs. West Texas A&M in Canyon, Texas, 7 p.m. 8/29 vs. Southwestern Oklahoma in Canyon, Texas, 9 a.m. vs. Nova Southeastern in Canyon, Texas, 3 p.m. Florida Southern Classic 9/05 vs. Nebraska-Omaha in Lakeland, Fla., 2 p.m. vs. Florida Southern in Lakeland, Fla., 6 p.m. Eckerd Classic 9/06 vs. East Stroudsburg in St. Petersburg, Fla., noon vs. Eckerd in St. Petersburg, Fla., 4 p.m. 9/11 vs. Northwood in Allendale, 7 p.m. 9/12 vs. Wayne State in Allendale, 4 p.m. 9/15 at Ferris State in Big Rapids, Mich., 7 p.m. 9/18 at Northern Michigan in Marquette, Mich.,
7 p.m. 9/19 at Michigan Tech in Houghton, Mich., 4 p.m. 9/25 vs. Lake Superior State in Allendale, 7 p.m. 9/26 vs. SVSU in Allendale, 4 p.m. 10/02 at Hillsdale in Hillsdale, Mich., 7 p.m., 10/03 at Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, 1 p.m. 10/09 vs. Ashland in Allendale, 7 p.m. 10/10 vs. Tiffin in Allendale, 4 p.m. GLIAC-GLVC Crossover 10/16 TBA in Lansing, Mich., TBA 10/17 TBA in Lansing, Mich., TBA 10/23 vs. Ferris State in Allendale, 7 p.m. 10/30 at Lake Superior State in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., 4 p.m. 10/31 at SVSU in University Center, Mich., 4:30 p.m. 11/06 vs. Northern Michigan in Allendale, 7 p.m. 11/07 vs. Michigan Tech in Allendale, 4 p.m.
Cross Country
Women’s start times, men’s in parentheses 9/05 Hope Vanderbilt Invitational in Holland, Mich., 11:15 a.m. (10:30 a.m.) 9/18 MSU Spartan Invitational in East Lansing, Mich., 1:35 p.m. (1 p.m.) 10/02 Notre Dame Invitational in South Bend, Ind., 2 p.m. (2:45 p.m.) 10/09 Michigan Intercollegiates in Grand Rapids, Mich. (Calvin College), 3:30 p.m. (4:15 p.m.) 10/24 GLIAC Championships in Saginaw, Mich., 11 a.m. (11:45 a.m.) 11/07 NCAA Midwest Regional in Kenosha, Wisc., 11 a.m. (12:45 p.m.) 11/21 NCAA National Championships in Evansville, Ind., noon (2:15 p.m.)
Women’s Tennis ITA Regional Championships 9/12 TBA
9/13 TBA 9/18 ITA Regional Championships TBA 8 a.m. 9/19 ITA Regional Championships TBA 8 a.m. 9/20 ITA Regional Championships TBA 8 a.m. 9/25 vs. Michigan Tech in Allendale, 3 p.m. 9/26 vs. Lake Superior State in Allendale, 10 a.m. 10/02 vs. Wayne State in Allendale, 3 p.m. 10/03 vs. Findlay in Allendale, 11 a.m. 10/07 at Northwood University in Midland, Mich., 3 p.m. 10/09 at Ferris State in Big Rapids, Mich., 3 p.m. 10/16 at SVSU in Center, Mich., 2 p.m. 10/17 at Ashland in Ashland, Ohio, 10 a.m.
Men’s Tennis ITA Regional Championships 9/25 ITA Regional Championships TBA, 8 a.m. 9/26 ITA Regional Championships TBA, 8 a.m. 9/27 ITA Regional Championships TBA, 8 a.m. 3/20 vs. Michigan Tech in Allendale, 1 p.m. 3/21 vs. Lake Superior State in Allendale, 9 a.m. 3/27 at Tiffin Tiffin, Ohio,11 a.m. 3/28 at Findlay Findlay, Ohio, 9 a.m. 4/06 vs. Northwood in Allendale, 2 p.m. 4/10 vs. Wayne State in Allendale, 1 p.m. 4/14 vs. Ferris State in Allendale, 3 p.m.
Women’s Golf (All times TBA) 9/05 at Ferris State, Invitational Katke Golf Club 9/07 Laker Classic, The Meadows 9/08 Laker Classic, The Meadows 9/12 Mary Fossum Invitational, Forest Akers West 9/13 Mary Fossum Invitational, Forest Akers West 9/19 Cardinal Classic, The Players Club 9/20 Cardinal Classic, The Players Club 9/26 Bing Beall Classic, Sycamore Springs 9/27 Bing Beall Classic, Sycamore Springs 10/05 Zippy Invitational, Rosemont C.C. 10/06 Zippy Invitational, Rosemont C.C.
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Campus conveniences for keeping fit Fieldhouse
State-of-the-art fitness center, a one-ninth of a mile elevated track, recreational courts, instructional swimming facilities, an indoor Climbing Wall, lobbies with large screen TVs and a multi-purpose competition arena. The Recreation Center The one-ninth of a mile cantilevered fourlane running track is elevated off the two main fitness areas. The main fitness center now features more than 60 pieces of modern cardiovascular Precor equipment. On the lower fitness center level, selectorized weight equipment by Magnum is available. The South Gymnasium is typically used as a teaching facility for academic classes. In addition, the space is used for recreational s p o r t s , intercollegiate athletics and other uses. Hours of Operation: Sunday: 11 a.m. to
midnight Monday - Thursday: 6 a.m. to midnight Friday: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Phone: (616) 331-3313 Climbing Center The 26.5-foot-high, 2,500-square-foot wall offers routes ranging from simple to advanced for groups and individuals. For fall semester hours of operation contact (616) 331-3226. Pool The pool is designed for recreational swimming, special events and competitive collegiate swimming. The pool is 25 yards by 25 meters long and offers six lanes for lap swimming. Hours of Operation: Open Swim: Monday-Thursday: 7:15 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. Friday: 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday: 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Lap Swim Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Please contact the Aquatics Office at (616)
331-2912 for additional information on camps, programs, or classes. Campus Recreation Mind/Body and Group Exercise The program offers effective and safe workouts in which students can get in shape, socialize and manage daily stress. All class formats are designed to meet the needs of beginner, intermediate and advanced participants. Classes designed for specific experience levels are idenitifed in the description. All class formats are 45 minutes unless otherwise indicated. Participants must purchase a semester pass online at the campus recreation Web site and complete an annual Agreement to Participate and Release of Liability form before they can start the class. Each pass allows access to the corresponding program (Land/Spin or Mind/Body) schedule during the current semester. Land and SPINNING ® Classes – Price: $25 per student, $40 for non-student Land 3-2-1 Ab Lab Belly Dancing Butts and Guts
Cardio Sculpt Crunch 15 Hip Hop Kickfit Step Step & Box Totally Toned Turbo Kick ZUMBA® SPINNING Fat Burner SPIN Express SPIN Intro to SPIN Interval SPIN SPIN Pilates Strength SPIN Mind/Body Classes – Price: $20 per student, $30 non-student Ballet Pilates Gentle Yoga Pilates PiYo (Pilates/Yoga) Restorative Yoga Yoga Flow * An “All-class pass” is also available for $40 per student or $60 for non-students.
West Michigan pro sports
Though Detroit may claim the Red Wings, Pistons, Lions and Tigers, West Michigan boasts its own share of professional sport teams. West Michigan hockey, football and baseball teams may not have the nationwide publicity of those in Detroit, but the game cost is significantly lower and the distance far more reasonable for Grand Valley State University students. Grand Rapids Griffins – American Hockey League Western Conference, North Division Venue: Van Andel Arena, 130 West Fulton, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 774-4585 Web site: http://www.griffinshockey.com/ Kalamazoo Wings – East Coast Hockey League American Conference, North Division Venue: Wings Stadium, 3600 Vanrick Drive, Kalamazoo Phone: (269) 345-1125 Web site: http://www.wingsstadium.com/ West Michigan Whitecaps – Midwest League Eastern Division Venue: Fifth Third Ballpark, 500 W. River Drive NE, Comstock Park Phone: http://www.whitecaps-baseball.com/ Web site: (616) 784-4131 Kalamazoo Kings – Frontier League Eastern Division Not affiliated with Major League Baseball Venue: Homer Stryker Field, 251 Mills St., Kalamazoo Phone: (269) 388-8326 Web site: http://www.kalamazookings.com/ Grand Rapids Rampage – American Conference Central Division Venue: Van Andel Arena, 130 W Fulton St., Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 559-1871 Web site: http://www.rampagefootball.com/
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University traditions offer students annual festivities to help build Laker memories
Campus Life Night When: Sept. 8 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Where: Fieldhouse Arena With more than 260 student organizations in attendance, first-years and upperclassmen alike can search for hobbies, join a team of volunteers or even job hunt. Learn about local businesses available in the Allendale and Grand Rapids area and collect coupons, candy and other freebies. Meet club presidents and make new friends along the way. For more information, visit http://www.gvsu.edu/ studentlife.
Family Weekend When: Oct. 2-4
Where: Allendale Campus Grand Valley State University designates this weekend as a time for students’ families to explore campus and take part in special events. Eat a pancake breakfast with President Thomas Haas, participate in a 5K, check out the Shakespeare Festival and attend a home football game. New events include Samples of Salsa and GV’s Got Talent. Purchase Family Weekend tickets starting Aug. 24 and football tickets beginning Aug. 1. For details, see http://www.gvsu.edu/familyweekend.
Homecoming
Pere Marquette, Kirkhof Center Oct. 14 6 p.m. – Homecoming campfire at Robinson Field 9 p.m. – Laser tag “shoot out” Grand River Room, Kirkhof Center Oct. 15 noon to 4 p.m. – Petting Zoo on Kirkhof Center west lawn 9 p.m. – Lip synch competition in Fieldhouse Arena Oct. 16 2 p.m. – Homecoming Showdown at Kirkhof Center west lawn (Basketball Relay, Horse Shoe Toss, Mechanical Bull, Tug of War, and Defender Dome) 7 p.m. – Spotlight Productions Homecoming Concert at Fieldhouse Arena Oct. 17 8 a.m. – Homecoming Fun Run at Fieldhouse Arena 7 p.m. – Lakers vs. Hillsdale at Lubbers Field ** For a full schedule of events, visit http://www.gvsu.edu/ studentlife/homecoming.
Sibs & Kids Weekend Dates and times to be announced.
$20 for the first guest, $15 for each additional guest (GVSU students are free) Children as young as 6 will enjoy the events during Sibs & Kids Weekend. For more information and updates, visit http://www.gvsu. edu/studentlife/programming.
Throughout the week, swap T-shirts and participate in a department/office or living center decorating contest, while anticipating these daily festivities:
Oct. 11 4 p.m. – Kick-off barbecue on the Kirkhof Center west lawn 5 p.m. – Square and line dancing callers on the Kirkhof west lawn Oct. 12 9 p.m. – Homecoming regent serenades at CookCarillon Clock Tower Oct. 13 1 p.m. – Homecoming stampede at CookCarillon Clock Tower 6 p.m – Homecoming trivia challenge in
Presidents’ Ball When: Feb. 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Where: DeVos Place Ballroom, Grand Rapids Celebrate the 24th Presidents’ Ball with more than 2,000 other students. Cocktails begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. and dancing at 9 p.m. Join the planning committee by contacting Student Senate at senates@gvsu.edu.
Student Scholarship Day When: April 14
Where: Kirkhof Center and Padnos/Henry Hall Enjoy students’ work on display in the form of oral presentations, discussions, panel sessions, fine art exhibits, performances and poster presentations. The day encourages a studentmentor relationship to help students develop academically and professionally. Students can participate as presenters, guests or volunteers at the event. For additional information, contact ssd@gvsu.edu.
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GVSU Theater GVSU Shakespeare Festival Grand Valley Shakespeare Festival presents: ~ “Romeo and Juliet” by William Shakespeare — Directed by Chris Hayes from the London Theater exchange. o Oct. 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 at 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 3, 11 at 2 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre in the Performing Arts Center o General admission: $14, faculty/staff/ alumni/seniors: $12, students: $6 o The classic Shakespeare tragedy “Romeo and Juliet” will be a part of the “Sweet Sixteen” Shakespeare Festival — this year marks the 16th year of GVSU’s Shakespeare Festival. ~ “Bard to Go: Lovestruck!” o Nov. 7 at 1 p.m. in the Loosemore Auditorium at the DeVos Center, on Pew Campus o Free admission o Reception honoring the winners from the Shakespeare Festival Student Competition will follow the performance. Theater ~ “Rent” — Book, music and lyrics by Jonathon Larson o Nov. 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 at 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 15 at 2 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre o General admission: $14, faculty/staff/ alumni/seniors: $12, students: $6 o The popular musical about struggling artists, the American dream and finding the silver lining in every cloud. It has won the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award. ~ “A Night at the Fights” o Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre o Free and open to the public o Ian Borden, former visiting professor at GVSU, will return to work on stage combat techniques with GVSU students. The students will then perform stage combat scenes. GVSU Opera Theatre presents: ~ “Into the Woods” — Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine
o Feb. 5, 6, 12, 13 at 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 7 and 14 at 2 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre o General admission: $14, faculty/staff/ alumni/seniors: $12, students: $6 o This musical presents a story about all of the characters in classic fairy tales, but with a twist. The moral of this story is about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children. Student-directed one-act plays ~ “The Hardy Boys and the Mystery of Where Babies Come From” by Christopher Durang, directed by Sarah McDowell o This one-act comedy features the return of Frank and Joe, also known as the Hardy Boys. Their newest adventure finds the boys on a quest to figure out where babies come from, among other things. ~ “Zoo Story” by Edward Albee, directed by Evin Anderson o “Zoo Story,” the first play by multiple Pulitzer Prize-winner Edward Albee, is about average guy Peter, who meets lonely extrovert Jerry, and their relationship results in a culture clash of the outcasts of society. o Feb. 25, 26, 27 at 7:30 p.m. o All seats general admission: $6 Theatre at GVSU and the Heritage Theatre Group ~ “Rhinoceros” by Eugene Ionesco o April 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 at 7:30 p.m.; April 11 at 2 p.m. o General admission: $12, faculty/staff/ alumni/seniors: $10, students: $6 o “Rhinoceros” is a classic play from France’s “Theatre of the Absurd.” It explores political brutality and mankind’s capacity for evil through Ionesco’s dark yet humorous voice. Additional performance ~ “Directing II Evenings of One-Acts” o April 26, 27, 28 at 7:30 p.m. o Free and open to the public o Each evening will feature different oneact plays directed by students in the CTH 465 Directing II class. The pieces contain strong language and adult content comparable to an R-rating in film.
GVSU Dance
Fall Dance Concert + Nov. 20 and 21 from 8-10 p.m. in the Large Dance Studio in the Performing Arts Center + General admission: $10, students and seniors: $5 Spring Dance Concert + March 19 and 20 from 8-10 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre + General admission: $10, students 12 years and younger: $5
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GVSU Art “Arcadian/Metropolitan” o Showing in Padnos Gallery through Sept. 3 o This exhibit is home to works by two summer classes: Desert Southwest Workshop and Mapping New York City. Desert Southwest Workshop was a nomadic photographic practice, and Mapping New York City used mapping to navigate the city of New York, including museums and galleries. “Returning to Earth: Recent Paintings by Jill Eggers” o From Aug. 31 to Sept. 25 in the GVSU Art Gallery o This exhibit by Jill Eggers, associate professor of painting and head of the painting program at GVSU, features her newest works. They are loosely based on landscapes in Jim Harrison, a Michigan native’s, writing. “Junior Illustrators” o Showing in Padnos Gallery from Sept. 21 to Sept. 30 “Michigan Mud Conference” and exhibit o From Oct. 1-3 in the Ceramics Department, exhibit will show in Padnos Gallery “WebWeave II,” a student-curated exhibit o From Oct. 5-9 in the Padnos Gallery “Image Studio Exhibition” o Oct. 12-23 in the Padnos Gallery “GVSU Ceramics Student Exhibition” o Oct. 26 to Nov. 6 in the Padnos Gallery
GVSU Music Jazz Orchestra + Oct. 23 from 8-10 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre Symphony Orchestra + Oct. 24 from 8-10 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre Symphonic Wind Ensemble + Oct. 25 from 3-5 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre Concert Band + Oct. 26 from 8-10 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre GVSU Symphony Orchestra: Sideby-Side Concert with Grandville High School Orchestra + Oct. 27 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Grandville High School Select Women’s Ensemble and University Singers + Oct. 30 from 8-10 p.m. in the Louis
GVSU Thesis Project exhibitions o Varies, from Nov. 9 to Dec. 10 o Visit http://www.gvsu.edu/art to find out more about each individual exhibition. “Enduring Traditions: History and Meaning in Southwest Pueblo Indian Pottery, Selections from the Public Museum, Grand Rapids” o Jan. 11 to Mar. 19 in the GVSU Art Gallery Fall Arts Celebration 2009 o The music department presents “L’histoire de Suldat” (A Soldier’s Tale) + Sept. 14 from 8-9:30 p.m. in Louis Armstrong Theatre o “The Great Powers and the Middle East: Yesterday and Today” lecture by Rashid Khalidi from Columbia University + Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. in the L.V. Eberhard Center (second floor) on Pew Campus o “Mystic India, Land of Color and Tradition: Folk Art and Miniature Paintings from Grand Valley State University” art exhibit + Exhibit from Oct. 7-30 in the GVSU Art Gallery o “Pulcinella,” a classic ballet presented in a modern interpretation by the Dance Department + Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre o “An Evening of Poetry and Conversation with Tony Hoagland and Patricia Smith,” two award-winning poets + Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. in the L.V. Eberhard Center (second floor) on Pew Campus Armstrong Theatre University Arts Chorale, Varsity Men and Cantante Chamber Ensemble + Nov. 1 from 3-5 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre GVSU Chamber Orchestra performs “Handel Celebration” + Nov. 21 from 8-10 p.m. in the CookDeWitt Center Bandorama featuring the GVSU Laker Marching Band + Nov. 22 from 8-10 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre At year’s end ... GVSU University Band + April 20 from 8-10 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre GVSU Symphonic Wind Ensemble + April 21 from 8-10 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre
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Night on the Town Clubs
Please note that students must be of legal drinking age to enter some establishments. Contact individual establishments to learn more about specific age rules and restrictions. Billy’s Lounge Hours: Monday-Friday 3 p.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. , Sunday 9 p.m. to midnight Location: 1437 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids Admission: Cover charge varies by day Phone: (616) 459-5757 Web site: http://www.billyslounge.com Crush Nightclub Hours: Thursday-Saturday 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. , Sunday 9 p.m. to midnight Location: 20 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids Admission: $5 cover charge Phone: (616) 356-2000 Web site: http://www.thebob.com Monte’s Hours: Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday 8 p.m.-2:30 a.m., Friday 4 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Location: 438 Bridge St., Grand Rapids Admission: No cover with college ID Phone: (616) 774-5969 Web site: http://monteslounge.com/ O’Toole’s Public House Hours: Monday- Friday 11 a.m.-2 a.m., Saturday noon-2 a.m., Sunday noon-midnight Location: 448 Bridge St., Grand Rapids Admission: Cover charge varies Phone: (616) 742-6095 Web site: http://www.otoolesgr.com/
Bowling Alleys Clique Lanes Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday 11 a.m. to midnight, Thursday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. , Friday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. , Saturday 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. Location: 533 Stocking Ave. NW, Grand Rapids Cost: $1-$2.50 per game plus $1-$2.50 shoe rental (prices vary by day) Phone: (616) 456-6123 Web site: http://www.cliquelanes.com Northfield Lanes Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. , Friday 9 a.m. to midnight, Saturday noon to midnight, Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m Location: 2222 Plainfield Ave. NE, Grand Rapids Cost: $2.25 per game plus $1.50 shoe rental Phone: (616) 363-0003 Web site: http://www.northfieldlanes.com Spectrum Lanes
Hours: Sunday-Thursday 9 a.m. to midnight, FridaySaturday 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. Location: 5656 Clyde Park Ave. SW, Wyoming Cost: $1.50-$3.50 per game plus shoe rental (prices vary by day) Phone: (616) 530-2400 Web site: http://www.spectrumlanes.com
Concerts Journey Time: Aug. 25 at 7:30 p.m. Location: Van Andel Arena Cost: $35 to $125 Broadway Grand Rapids: “High School Musical” Time: Aug. 25 to Aug. 30 Location: DeVos Performance Hall Cost: $32 to $67
Location: 3665 28th St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 949-2550 Web site: http://www.centerpointemall.com
RiverTown Crossings Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday noon to 6 p.m. Location: 3700 RiverTown Parkway Phone: (616) 257-5000 Web site: http://www.rivertowncrossings.com Woodland Mall Hours: Monday-Saturday10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: 3195 28th St. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 949-0010 Web site: http://www.shopwoodlandmall.com
Movie Theaters
American Idols Live Time: Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Location: Van Andel Arena Cost: $40.50 to $69.50
AMC Star Grand Rapids 18 Location: 3000 Alpine Ave. NW Phone: (888) 262-4386 Web site: http://www.amctheatres.com
Taylor Swift Time: Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. Location: Van Andel Arena Cost: $22.50 to $52
Celebration! Cinema Grand Rapids - North Location: 2121 Celebration Drive NE Phone: (616) 530-7469 Web site: http://www.celebrationcinema.com
The Gaslight Anthem Time: Oct. 5 at 6:30 p.m. Location: Intersection Cost: $15 advance, $17 at door
Celebration! Cinema Grand Rapids – South Location: 1506 Eastport Drive SE Phone: (616) 530-7469 Web site: http://www.celebrationcinema.com
The Black Crowes Time: Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m. Location: Orbit Room Cost: $35 Metallica Time: Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. Location: Van Andel Arena Cost: $52 to $72 Broadway Grand Rapids: “RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles” Time: March 5-6 at 8 p.m. Location: DeVos Performance Hall Cost: $27 to $57 Broadway Grand Rapids: “The Color Purple” Time: March 30 to April 4 Location: DeVos Performance Hall Cost: $37 to $67
Malls Centerpointe Mall Hours: Monday-Saturday10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday noon to 6 p.m.
Celebration! Cinema RiverTown Crossings Location: 3728 RiverTown Parkway, Grandville Phone: (616) 530-7469 Web site: http://www.celebrationcinema.com Celebration! Cinema Woodland Mall Location: 3195 28th St., Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 285-6120 Web site: http://www.celebrationcinema.com Movies at Kirkhof Center Location: Kirkhof Center Phone: (616) 331-2350 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/kirkhofcenter Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts Location: 41 Sheldon Blvd. SE, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 454-7000
Museums Gerald R. Ford Museum Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 303 Pearl St. NW, Grand Rapids Admission: $7 or $5 with student ID Phone: (616) 254-0400
Web site: http://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov Grand Rapids Art Museum Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Location: 101 Monroe Center NW Admission: $8 Phone: (616) 831-1000 Web site: http://www.artmuseumgr.org Public Museum of Grand Rapids Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Location: 272 Pearl St. NW Admission: $8 Phone: (616) 456-3977 Web site: http://www.grmuseum.org
Parks & Recreation Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park Hours: Monday and Wednesday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Location: 1000 E. Beltline Ave., Grand Rapids Admission: $12 Amenities: The park features multiple gardens, conservatories and walking paths. Exhibits and gardens change with the seasons. Web site: http://www.meijergardens.org John Ball Park & Zoo Hours: May 20-Sept. 13 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sept. 14-May 19 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: 1300 Fulton St., Grand Rapids Admission: $7.50 Amenities: An outdoor zoo with a petting corral and indoor aquarium. Web site: http://www.johnballzoosociety.org Michigan’s Adventure Hours: Varies by day and season. Visit the park’s Web site for a complete schedule of daily park hours. Michigan’s Adventure closes for winter after Sept. 13. Location: 4750 Whitehall Road, Muskegon Admission: $26, discount tickets are available at Meijer Amenities: This amusement park features more than 50 rides and attractions, including a full-sized water park. Web site: http://www.miadventure.com Rosa Parks Circle Hours: Varies seasonally Location: Between Monroe Center and Monroe Avenue in Grand Rapids Admission: Free Amenities: Concerts are held at the park during summer months and the park is open for ice skating from late November to early March.
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LGBT groups, clubs, holidays Numerous organizations on and off campus offer support for the LGBT community At Grand Valley State University: Allies & Advocates A network of informed faculty and staff willing to be visibly supportive of students who identify as LGBT, and who work to create a campus climate in which all students may feel safe, supported and affirmed. Counseling and Career Development Center Counselors help students work through personal issues in a safe, supportive and confidential setting. Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 204 Student Services Building Phone: (616) 331-3266 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/counsel LGBT Resource Center Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Room 1161 Kirkhof Center Phone: (616) 331-2530 Web site: http://www.gvsu.edu/lgbtrc Lavender Graduation This ceremony allows LGBT graduates to look back on their GVSU careers and celebrate with family and friends. If interested in participating, RSVP to lgbtcenter@gvsu. edu. Hours: Begins April 24 at 4 p.m. Location: Pere Marquette Room LGBT Politics Conference A discussion on “The Queer State of the Union.” LIB 100 approved. Hours: Sept. 21 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Location: Grand River Room in Kirkhof Center
Out ‘N’ About Nationwide: An on-campus support group for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender students and their allies. Call National Coming Out Day the Student Life Center at (616) 331-2345 for meeting National Coming Out Day is observed Oct. 11 times and locations. each year, giving lesbian, gay and bisexual people an opportunity to come out to their friends and family. The In Grand Rapids: LGBT community and their allies are encouraged to wear gay pride symbols, such as rainbows, pink triangles and Discussions Coffee House black triangles. Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 2:30 a.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 2:30 Transgender Day of Remembrance a.m., Sunday 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. Transgender Day of Remembrance, observed Nov. Location: 6 Jefferson SE, Grand Rapids 20, is designed to honor transgendered victims who Phone: (616) 301-3553 lost their lives due to hate crimes or violence and also Web site: http://www.discussionsgr.com support survivors. Diversions Bar & Grill Hours: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Location: 10 Fountain St. NW in Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 451-3800 Web site: http://www.diversionscollection. com Rumors Nightclub Hours: 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Location: 69 S. Division Ave., Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 454-8720 Web site: http://www.rumorsnightclub.net The Triangle Foundation A statewide civil rights and advocacy organization for the LGBT community. Location: 343 Atlas Ave. SE, Suite C, Grand Rapids Phone: (313) 537-7000 Web site: http://www.tri.org
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Off-campus Adventures Batting Cages/Go-Kart/Golf Strikers Family Fun Center 1100 Hynes Ave. SW, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 246-7198 Prices: Mini Golf: $5 students, $6 adults Driving Range: $7 large bucket, $5 small bucket Batting Cages: $1.50 per token, $4 for three tokens Go-Karts: $6 per person Holland Skate Park Ninth Street and Columbia Avenue, Holland Catch some air or watch aspiring skaters at the Holland Skate Park. A city park designed and built by local skateboarders open free of charge to the public. Kent Trails Kent County Parks Department 1700 Butterworth Drive SW, Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 336-7275 A 15-mile, non-motorized trail that travels through six governmental jurisdictions. The trail follows an abandoned railroad line, surface streets and easements, to provide a non-stop trail in the metropolitan area. There are five main access points to the trail at Johnson Park, John Ball Park, Douglas Walker Park, Millennium Park and in Byron Center at 84th Street. Parking areas are located at these points. The trail can also be accessed at any cross street along the route. The trail is also handicap accessible, having no sharp turns. Silver Lake Sand Dunes Hart-Silver Lake / Mears Chamber & Visitors Bureau 2388 N. Comfort Drive, Hart Phone: (231) 873-2247 http://www.thinkdunes.com Located between the shores of Lake Michigan and Silver Lake in Oceana County. The dunes are divided into three sections: the northern area, reserved for off-road vehicles; the center region for hiking, walking or enjoying the beaches of Lake Michigan and Silver Lake; and the southern end, which is home to Mac Woods Dune Rides — a 40-minute, seven-mile tour of the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Visitors must pay a Silver Lake State Park entrance fee to access the dunes. ** An annual pass to all Michigan State Parks is $24; a daily pass is $6. Non-resident passes are $29 per year and $8 per day. Senior annual passes are $6. An Off-Road Vehicle pass (also required for access) costs $16.25, and is valid for 12 months.
Phone: (616) 667-1508 or visit http://tcpaintball. com/gr/index.htm Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Field Prices: Tuesday - Sunday $20 Field Fee (Re-Ball) $15 Field Fee (Paintball) $10 BYOP (bring your own paint) $5 Paintball gun rental fee White Pine Trail The trail is the longest rail/trail system in the state connecting Grand Rapids with Cadillac. It is a four-seasons trail with year-round activities. The trail is surfaced with asphalt pavement from North Park Street at the north end of Grand Rapids to the village of Sand Lake, 22 miles north. There is also a 13-mile section of pavement between Big Rapids and Reed City, along with the northern-most mile of the trail in Cadillac. The remaining 60 miles of trail is surfaced with packed gravel or cinders. The White Pine Trail is open to hiking, bicycling, inline skating, skiing and other forms of non-motorized transportation. Snowmobiles are allowed from Russell Road (just north of downtown Rockford) to Cadillac when there is a minimum of 4 inches of snow on the trail. ORVs, motorcycles and other types of unauthorized motor vehicles are not allowed on any part of the trail. There are several campgrounds with access to the trail. Canoeing, kayaking and tubing are available in nearby rivers.
Standale Karate Fitness 11147 Eighth Ave., Grand Rapids Phone: (616) 791-8987 TC Paintball (Inside of Magnum Sportz, in SoccerZone, behind Meijer) 596 Baldwin Street, Jenison
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To receive the college discount at these various locations, a valid student ID must be shown.
Art/Entertainment Actor’s Theatre 160 Fountain St. NE, Grand Rapids (616) 234-3947 $8 non-musical, Thursday only $2 discount on full-price tickets Broadway Grand Rapids 122 Lyon St. NW (616) 235-6285 Discounts vary by show Celebration! Cinema Woodland 3195 28th St., Grand Rapids (616) 530-7469 All seats, all shows $3.99 Cannonsburg Ski Area 6800 Cannonsburg Road (616) 874-6711 50 percent off lift ticket DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave., Grand Rapids (616) 742-6500 Click on “group sales” link on DeVos Hall Web site. Enter username: lakers; password: university, to view discounts Frederik Meijer Gardnes 1000 E. Beltline, Grand Rapids (616) 957-1580 $9 student tickets Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum 303 Pearl St., Grand Rapids (616) 254-0400 $5 admission Grand Rapids Art Museum 155 N. Division (616) 831-1000 $7 student admission Grand Rapids Ballet 303 Monroe Ave. NW, DeVos Hall 341 Ellsworth SW, Peter Martin Wege
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$tudent $avings Theatre (616) 454-4771 $10 College Rush tickets one hour before the show for best available seats Grand Rapids Griffins 130 West Fulton St. (616) 774-4585 Click on “Tickets & Schedule” link on Griffins Web site. Click on “Ticket Offer Login” and enter promo code: gvsu Grand Rapids Symphony 245 Monroe, DeVos Hall Discounts vary by performance $5 tickets for select series with the Student Passport Program Jewish Theatre of Grand Rapids 160 Fountain St., Spectrum Theatre $5 tickets for all performances Magnum Sportz 596 Baldwin, Jenison (616) 667-1508 $5 off field fee. If group of 15 or more, $10 off per person for private party rates. The Meadows Golf Club 4645 West Campus Drive, Allendale (616) 331-1000 $12/per golfer to walk nine holes $18/per golfer to walk 18 holes Opera Grand Rapids 245 Monroe, DeVos Hall 50 percent off tickets day of performance Public Museum of Grand Rapids 272 Pearl St. (616) 456-3977 Monday free with student ID Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts 41 Sheldon Blvd. SE (616) 454-7000 $25 student one-year membership Van Andel Arena 130 West Fulton, Grand Rapids
(616) 742-6600 Click on “group sales” link on Van Andel Web site. Enter username: lakers; password: university, to view discounts Wenger’s Bowling 629 Leonard St. SW, Grand Rapids (616) 454-4482 $2 games
Automotive Allendale Auto Supply 5455 Auto Court, Allendale (616) 895-4364 15 percent discount (some exclusions apply) Clear Image Auto Glass 4141 Lake Michigan Drive, Grand Rapids (616) 453-9472 $25 off glass installation Hansen-Dyke Alignment & Muffler 4271 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale (616) 895-4512 10 percent off brake service; $2 off oil change McGraw Tire Co. 141 Wealthy St., Grand Rapids (616) 459-3393 10 percent off Quality Auto Service Center 516 Monroe Ave., Grand Rapids $12.95 lube, oil & filter of most cars; 10 percent off repair and parts Real Pro Auto Service 3388 Eastern Ave. SE, Grand Rapids (616) 241-0600 50 percent off oil change; $15 off any service over $50, $20 off any service over $150, $30 off any service over $250 or $50 off any service over $500 Riverbend Body Shop 4141 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Grand Rapids (616) 453-7795
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10 percent off service (some exclusions apply) Tolman’s Auto Tech Group Inc. 5455 Auto Court, Allendale (616) 895-7500 $6 off oil changes Valvoline Instant Oil Change 2620 E. Beltline, Grand Rapids (616) 942-8501 15 percent off purchases Walker City Towing 3132 3 Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids (616) 988-2869 $5 off road service
Computer Service Imperial Computer Solutions 511 Wilson Ave., Suite C, Walker (616) 735-0010 20 percent off services
Food/Drink Boardwalk Subs 4154 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Grand Rapids (616) 453-7275 10 percent off Brandywine Restaurant 1345 Lake Drive SE, Grand Rapids (616) 774-8641 2844 East Beltline NE, Grand Rapids (616) 363-1723 10 percent off Dairy Queen 5053 Lake Michigan Drive, Suite A, Allendale (616) 895-2257 956 West Fulton, Grand Rapids (616) 235-0102 10 percent off Family Fare Supermarket 6370 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale (616) 895-6665
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1. Sign up online. You will receive a confirmation e-mail. 2. Print the e-mail and go to the Allendale Family Fare Supermarket to pick up your key tag. 3. Every time you shop the Allendale Family Fare Supermarket you save 10 percent and 3 cents at the gas pump by swiping your key tag. Frenz Coffee House 4 E. Bridge St., Rockford (616) 863-8750 10 percent off Friends Again Restaurant 7727 South Division, Grand Rapids (616) 455-6480 Free beverage with purchase of meal anytime Friends Diner 244 28th St. SW, Grand Rapids (616) 452-9290 Free beverage with purchase of meal anytime GO JO Ethiopian Cuisine 421 Norwood SE, Grand Rapids (616) 459-3383 10 percent off any meal Great China Inn 4160 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Grand Rapids (616) 791-1836 10 percent off Johnny’s Lunch 134 Monroe Center NW, Grand Rapids (616) 458-5500 2769 28th St. SE, Grand Rapids, (616) 977-4377
10 percent off Motman’s Farm Market O-2617 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Grand Rapids (616) 677-1525 10 percent off Mr. Gyros Restaurant 3900 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Grand Rapids (616) 791-6660 15 percent off Murphy’s Family Restaurant 4963 Lake Michigan Drive, Suite D, Allendale (616) 895-1744 10 percent off Peppino’s Ristorante 5065 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale (616) 895-1615 15 percent off Quiznos Sub 146 Monroe Center No. 160, Grand Rapids (616) 742-4400 4485 Canal Avenue SW, Grandville (616) 532-6400 Free regular drink with purchase of regular or large sub, entrée salad or bread bowl Ritz Koney Bar & Grille 64 Ionia SW, Grand Rapids (616) 451-3701 10 percent off Uccello’s 787 Lake Michigan Drive, Walker (616) 735-5520 20 percent off
Health Services Eric R. Hartman, D.C. Chiropractic & Therapeutic Massage 7610 Cottonwood Drive, Suite 101, Jenison No discount on first visit. Subsequent visits $20-$40. Georgetown Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, PLC 7678 Cottonwood Drive, Jenison (616) 457-4600 10 percent off all services
Personal Services Design 1 Salon & Spa 4485 Plainfield Ave. NE, Grand Rapids (616) 363-9019 4693 Wilson Ave. SW, Grandville (616) 261-4180 5747 28th St. SE, Grand Rapids (616) 956-1659 $10 off any service customer has never experienced at any Design 1 location (coupon available online) Ideal Image Full Service Salon 619 East Leonard NW, Grand Rapids (616) 988-5757 $2 off walk-ins, $5 off packages New Balance Grand Rapids 4499 Ivanrest SW, Grandville (616) 249-1705 $10 off any entire purchase (coupon online)
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Pain for Sale Tattooing 601 Bridge NW, Grand Rapids (616) 456-8314 $10 off any tattoo Purple East 250 Ionia SW, Grand Rapids (616) 235-2605 20 percent off Rosedale Floral 3970 Lake Michigan Drive, Grand Rapids (616) 453-0594 10 percent off Screaming Needle Tattoo Co. 1823 Plainfield Avenue Suite E, Grand Rapids (616) 361-2900 20 percent off a tattoo YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids 475 Lake Michigan Drive (616) 855-9622 Discount by joining online at http:// www.gvsu.edu/ymca
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Most Dialed All on campus numbers are preceded by “(616) 33” Information Hotline Allendale - Kirkhof Center 20/20 desk 1-2020 ARC Tutoring Center Allendale – Student Services 201 1-3451 DeVos Center – Building B 101 1-6407 Campus Ministry Allendale - Cook DeWitt Center 1-3261 Campus Recreation Allendale – Fieldhouse 1-3313 Community Service Learning Center Allendale – Kirkhof Center 110 B 1-2468 Counseling and Career Development Center Allendale - Student Services 204 DeVos Center - Building B 116 1-3266
Health Center Allendale - 10383 A 42nd Ave. 1-2435 Housing & Residence Life Allendale – Student Services 103 1-2120 Lanthorn Allendale – Kirkhof Center 0051 1-2460 LGBT Resource Center Allendale – Kirkhof Center 1161 1-2530 Meijer Writing Center Allendale – Lake Ontario Hall 120 DeVos Center – Building B 101 1-2922 Office of Multicultural Affairs Allendale – Kirkhof Center 1240 1-2177 Office of Student Life Allendale - Kirkhof Center 1-2345 Office of the President Allendale - Zumberge Library 22 1-2100
Dean of Students Allendale – Student Services 202 1-3585
Padnos International Center Allendale - Lake Ontario Hall 130 1-3898
Department of Public Safety Allendale - Service Building 1-3255 Pew - Eberhard Center Suite 102 1-6677
Student Organization Center Allendale - Kirkhof Center 008 1-2360
Disability Support Services 1-2490 Allendale – Student Services 200 Financial Aid Allendale – Student Services 100 1-3234
University Bookstore Allendale - Kirkhof Center 1-2450 University Bookstore Devos Center - Building C 1-6602 Women’s Center Allendale – Kirkhof Center 1201 1-2748
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Apartments For Rent: 2-4 bedroom rentals available August 1st. All within walking distance of Pew Campus. Monthly rentals for nearly every budget. Most units have been renovated within the past year and include washer/dryer and dishwasher. Call for details. We are showing ENTERTAINMENT these units now. Deposit and Come to WILD WEDNESDAYS signed lease hold until August at Wenger’s Bowling Lanes 1. Please call 616 293 4886. from 8PM-1AM. $ 1 . 0 0 Large 4 bedroom country home, Bowl-$1.00 Pop-$5.00 Pitch- main floor laundry, 2 stall aters-$4.00 Bombs. For more in- tached garage, appliances, 15 formation call (616) 454-4482. min from both campuses, $1200/Month + Utilities, 5749 Leonard, between East Manville FOR SALE & Lamont. Call 616.457.9299 or Are you moving and finding 914-1488 you have way more stuff than The Village at 48 West. Limited you know what to do with? Sell Availability-Stop in Today! it! Call the Lanthorn to place a Rates starting at only $395! classified ad and make some 616.895.2400 or money! 616.331.2460 www.48west.com for more info. Attention Lanthorn Readers: All archived issues of the paper are now $20. Please call ahead (616-331-2460) to allow time for archive retrieval and have payment ready at the time of pick-up.
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Upper Apt. 2 Bedroom Very Large Located 3 Blocks from Downtown GVSU Camus Call 616.560.2532 585.00 Plust Utilities. For Sale - Nice, safe, quiet updated, one bedroom condo, 15 minutes from downtown campus. First time buyer incentives apply. $49,900. (616) 437-0827
Wondering when your favorite on campus dining places are open during the summer? Go to www.gvsufood.com for hours, menus and more!
Looking for a place to live next fall? Campus View Apartments and Townhomes offers you the closest off-campus housing for a great price. Now leasing for 2009-2010. Stop by the leasing office or call 616-895-6678 Meadows Crossing...the New Student Townhome Community Located at the 48th Ave. Entrance to GVSU. Now leasing for 2009! Call 616.892.2700 for more details!
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