GVSU Online Tools for Students

GVSU offers several online tools to help you manage classes, campus life, and more—and you can access them all in one spot: my.gvsu.edu. The most used platforms include:

  • Banner Self-Service – Your go-to for registering for classes, checking grades, managing finances, and updating personal info.
  • Gmail – Every student gets a GVSU Gmail account, which is how the university will contact you—so check it often!
  • Blackboard – GVSU’s learning management system where you’ll access course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, and see your grades.

Other helpful tools include:

  • LakerLink – Find campus events and student orgs.
  • Laker Dock – An app that gives you quick access to university services and resources.
  • MyPath – Track your degree progress and view your transcripts.
  • Service Portal – Get tech help, submit service tickets, and browse how-to articles.

These tools are designed to support your success—get familiar with them early!

How to Log In and Navigate Blackboard at GVSU

Step 1: Accessing Blackboard

  1. Go to gvsu.edu.

  2. Click the Blackboard icon located at the top of the screen.

Step 2: Logging In

  1. Click Sign In.

  2. Enter your GVSU username and click Next.

  3. Enter your password and click Verify.

  4. Complete the multifactor authentication by entering the code when prompted.

Step 3: Navigating the Dashboard

Once logged in, you'll see a menu on the left-hand side. The most important tab is:

  • Courses – This is where you'll find all your current classes.

Step 4: Exploring a Course

Inside a course, you may find:

  • A "Begin Here" section or Course Syllabus to help you get started.

  • Weekly modules or chapters with course content.

  • Tabs for Calendar, Announcements, Discussions, and the Gradebook.

Final Tips

Blackboard is a key tool for managing your coursework, keeping track of assignments, due dates, and grades throughout your time at GVSU.

 

How to Access GVSU Gmail Account and Student Tools

Step 1: Accessing Your GVSU Account

There are two main ways to access your GVSU account:

  • Banner, Gmail, or Blackboard can be accessed from the GVSU homepage (gvsu.edu).

  • Directly from the MyGVSU portal at my.gvsu.edu.

Both options provide quick links to important resources like Banner, student email (Gmail), and more.

Step 2: Logging In

  1. On the login page, enter your GVSU username and password.

  2. Complete multifactor authentication when prompted.

  3. You’ll be taken to your MyGVSU dashboard.

Step 3: Navigating the Dashboard

From your dashboard, you’ll have access to various GVSU apps. Here's how to find the most commonly used ones:

Accessing Your Student Email (Gmail)

  1. Scroll down the dashboard or click the GVSU Apps button.

  2. Locate and click on Gmail.

  3. Your student email inbox will open, where you’ll receive all university-related communication.

Accessing Banner

  1. In the dashboard, click on Banner Self-Service.

  2. Here you can manage:

    • Financial Aid

    • Class Registration

    • Transcripts

    • And other student services

Step 4: Searching for Apps

If you can’t find an app on the dashboard:

  • Use the Search Your Apps bar at the top of the page to quickly locate it.

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