Graduation Issue Fall 2010

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Celebrate with the latest class of GVSU graduates as they embark on

life’s next voyage

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CONGRATULATIONS

GRADUATES

Graduates of Fall 2010 have much to be proud of in time at GVSU

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Lauren Fitch GVL Editor in Chief

ongratulations are in order to the graduating class of Fall 2010 as its students prepare for wherever post-Grand Valley State University life will take them. Most of the undergraduate class began their time at GVSU in 2006 or 2007, and as the years alternated between dragging by during exam time and flying by as projects and extracurricular activities were completed, much has happened at GVSU during these past few years.

The physical campus looks much different than it did when we first began at GVSU with the construction of the Laker Turf building, the new Niemeyer Learning and Living Center and the Connection as well as several other living centers that opened earlier this year. GVSU has received recognition for its sustainability efforts, the size of the student body has continued to grow and the university earned its re-accreditation in 2008. Just this past semester, GVSU has had many proud moments with the women’s soccer and cross country teams recently winning national titles, students writing and performing an original production, “The Founding,”

about GVSU’s history, several students and professors receiving academic awards and numerous groups of the student body collaborating on the production of the university LipDub video. The entire community has spent the semester celebrating the university’s 50th anniversary, which is an important milestone as well.

As the most-recent class of GVSU graduates prepares to go its separate ways, the experiences shared at GVSU will continue to impact how they navigate the rest of their lives. The graduating class represents a diverse group with varied backgrounds, interests, achievements and goals.

We leave GVSU to continue our lives’ journey while knowing future classes will pick up where we left off in university life.

As a senior about to graduate, myself, I would like to thank the GVSU community for all its done to shape my life and prepare me for my future. While the work for classes and all the issues of the Lanthorn have provided me with invaluable lessons, the most meaningful aspects of my time at GVSU have been the relationships built. I’m so grateful for the opportunities I’ve had during my time at GVSU, and I would like to again congratulate my fellow seniors on all their contributions that make this university such a great one. editorial@lanthorn.com

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PHOTOS

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GVL / Nicole Lamson

Laker elation: Students enjoy Louie’s birthday party as part of GVSU’s 50th anniversary celebration.

GVL / Eric Coulter

Touchdown glory: The Laker football team celebrates after a touchdown earlier this season.

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THE DORMS Home away from home

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Lords and ladies: The 15th annual Renaissance Faire was part of GVSU’s Homecoming events.

GVL / Eric Coulter

Sailing away: Students turned out for the filming of LipDub, directed by students Greg Kort and Chris Coleman.

GVL / Eric Coulter

Laker nation: A GVSU player stops by the student section.

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KIRKHOF CENTER For all activities

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THE DORMS Home away from home

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PEW CAMPUS Downtown Campus

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THE DORMS Home away from home

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PEW CAMPUS Downtown Campus

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GVL / Nicole Lamson

Loud and proud: GVSU fans (from left to right) Jimmy McKeiver, Austin Brown, Tyler Patterson and Nate Knisely cheer on the football team.

Courtesy Photo / Julia Nowak GVL / Eric Coulter

History lesson: Students perform in the production, “The Founding,” which told the story of GVSU.

Top racers: The women’s varsity cross country team (from left to right) Julia Nowak, Megan Maceratini, Kylen Cieslak, Monica Kinney, Rebecca Winchester and Katherine McCarthy gather after winning their national title.

Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover - Mark Twain

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Grand view: Grand Rapids hosts the GVSU Pew Campus among many other attractions for students.

GVL / Nicole Lamson

Repeat champs: The women’s soccer team celebrates winning the national title for the second year in a row.

GVL / Rane Martin

Dig deeper: Students enjoy one of the numerous activities in this year’s Archaeology Week.

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Congratulations and Good Luck to Fall 2010 graduates!

Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover - Mark Twain