Home of the Lakers
Grand Valley State University
Grand Valley is one of only three institutions in the Western Hemisphere with more than one carillon tower: the Cook Carillon in Allendale and the Beckering Family Carillon in Grand Rapids.
- 5Buildings
- 5Traditions
- 1973Oldest · Lubbers Stadium
- 2013Newest · Mary Idema Pew Library
Campus map and Look Around
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Planning the visit
- Fly intoGerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Gerald R. Ford International Airport, southeast of Grand Rapids, is the nearest airport with airline service.
- Getting aroundWalking / Laker Line bus
The Laker Line bus, run by The Rapid, links the Allendale campus with GVSU's campuses in downtown Grand Rapids along Lake Michigan Drive, and it is open to the public.
- Colors and teams
The school colors are blue, black and white, and the teams are the Lakers.
5 buildings to stamp
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Photo: Photo: Mr. Kjetil Ree. Architect: ?, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons Cook Carillon Tower
North Campus Dr, Allendale, MI 49401
This 10-story brick and stone clock tower, finished in 1994, is the focal point of the Allendale campus. Its 48 bronze bells were cast by the Royal Eijsbouts foundry in the Netherlands.
- Built
- 1994
- Stories
- 10
- Today
- Carillon Tower
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Photo: Mr. Kjetil Ree, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons Kirkhof Center
South Campus Dr, Allendale, MI 49401
Dedicated in 1974 as the Campus Center, the student union was renamed for Russel H. Kirkhof in 1984. It holds dining, meeting rooms and student offices, and the Laker Line bus stops outside.
- Built
- 1974
- Today
- Student Union
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Mary Idema Pew Library
10582 S Campus Dr, Allendale, MI 49401
SHW Group designed this library, which opened in June 2013 as the intellectual heart of the Allendale campus. It was the first library in Michigan to earn LEED Platinum certification.
- Built
- 2013
- Architect
- SHW Group
- Today
- Library and Learning Commons
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Photo: WestMichigander, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Lubbers Stadium
4415 Stadium Dr, Allendale, MI 49401
Opened in 1973 as Lakers Stadium and later named for president Arend Lubbers, this is the home of Grand Valley football. It seats 10,444 and drew a record 17,007 fans in 2021.
- Built
- 1973
- Today
- Football Stadium
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Photo: Demhem, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons GVSU Fieldhouse Arena
Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI 49401
Opened in 1982 after the roof of the old "Dome" was condemned, this 4,200-seat arena is home to Lakers basketball and volleyball. It also hosts commencement and concerts.
- Built
- 1982
- Today
- Arena
5 traditions to check off
Stamped! keeps these as a checklist, so you can tick each one off on the visit.
Little Mac Bridge and the Ravines
Students voted the ravines and the Little Mac Bridge the most beautiful spot on campus. Cross the footbridge and look down at the stream below.
Carillon Music at Cook Tower
Every week the university carillonist plays music, from Bach to pop songs, on the bells of the Cook Carillon Tower. If you hear bells, someone is up there playing live.
Zumberge Pond
Lakers love to study, eat or just relax on the steps beside Zumberge Pond in any season. Take a seat and enjoy the view.
View from the Library Roof
The roof of the Mary Idema Pew Library gives a sweeping view of the Allendale campus, a student favorite when the leaves change in fall. Go up and take in the view.
Laker Football at Lubbers Stadium
Lubbers Stadium officially seats 10,444 but often holds thousands more fans, with a record crowd of 17,007 in 2021. Join them for a Lakers home game.
History
Founded 1960
From Wikipedia
Its main campus is situated on 1,322 acres (5.35 km2) approximately 12 miles (19 km) west of Grand Rapids. The university also features campuses in Grand Rapids and Holland and regional centers in Battle Creek, Detroit, Muskegon, and Traverse City.
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