Guardianship & Planning a More Secure Future, Nov 15, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

MSU's BOND Program- A unique opportunity for students with autism

Campus Links at Grand Valley State University

Grand Valley State University's Campus Links is a two tier peer mentoring program that strives to provide support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) while they adjust to the university environment. In coordination with the Disability Support Resources office, the mentee has easy access to social, academic, and classroom support.

Campus Links Brochure

The two tiers of Campus Links are:

• Campus Links Red is our residential program where the mentors and mentees live in the same on-campus housing, providing daily support.
• Campus Links Blue is our non-residential program for students. This program provides support for the student without the commitment of living in specific dorms or on campus.

Students in the Campus Links Program participate in a service learning project each semester by donating time to local community partners.

If you are interested in becoming a mentee or mentor for either tier, please contact the Disability Support Resources office in 4015 James H. Zumberge Hall by phone at (616) 331-3880, or email at dsrgvsu@gvsu.edu.

New applications for the residential program are only accepted for the fall semesters. 

If you are interested in learning more about Campus Links, please call the Disability Support Resources office at (616) 331-2490.

MSU's Project Venture- learn more and apply now!

Project Venture offers the chance to “try on” 
university life through an interactive experience at MSU:

At Project Venture you will:

• Talk directly with current MSU students with disabilities who have “been there” and understand the journey
• Consult with university disability specialists to gain skills for college
• Experience the latest assistive technology through breakout sessions
• Attend a college class, stay overnight, and connect with other high school students with disabilities 
• Become aware of self-advocacy skills and resources for a successful transition to higher education

Explore the possibilities, design your future, & commit to success: It’s in your hands!

Please take note that the program fills quickly. The application system will close after 50 applications have been submitted. 20 participants will be accepted based on the quality of the submissions.

Getting My Own Address- FINAL overview presentation 10/23

Community Housing Network recently made the difficult decision that they can no longer provide the GMOA resources as they have over the last several years.  CHN will be offering a final GMOA Overview presentation on Monday, October 23 at their Troy office from 6:30-8:30 p.m. After October 31, the GMOA guide will remain available as a resource for purchase through their website. GMOA archived newsletters, related articles and resources will also remain available.

Great Support Programs/Tutoring for Students with ADHD!

Brenda Mann is an advocate that specializes in working with students with ADHD. She is a wealth of information and a great resource at preparing students for realistic goals and expectations. Check out her flyers for information about the module programs that she offers: