Great Lakes Bay Regional Youth Leadership Institute SVSU

05/22/2026

04/16/2026

The Great Lakes Bay Youth Institute has come to an unforgettable finale.💙

Surrounded by proud parents, supportive school representatives, and the incredible young leaders themselves, the night was filled with emotion, reflection, and celebration. Marking the 21st anniversary of GLBRYLI made it all the more meaningful - a milestone honoring years of growth, leadership, and community.

Congratulations to all the juniors who completed this journey. Through this experience, they explored what it truly means to be a leader - developing their own voices, building leadership skills, forming connections with fellow changemakers, and receiving mentorship from SVSU students and staff.

Their hard work, passion, and dedication did not go unnoticed. From showcasing their talents to uplifting one another, these young leaders made the night something truly special.

SVSU is proud. The community is grateful. And the future is brighter because of them. ✨

04/08/2026

Are you ready for the 21st Celebration of Great Lakes Bay Youth Institute and GLBRYLI Recognition Dinner and Celebration 2026?
Time and Location: Thursday, April 9th, at 6:00 PM in the Curtiss Hall Banquet Rooms
https://www.svsu.edu/go/visit/maps/

03/17/2026

Great to see our leaders shine!

Great Lakes Bay Regional Youth Leadership Institute SVSU participants Ainsley Roberts, Delaney Witbeck, and Grace Brenner partnered with members of the Frankenmuth High School Be The Change group to raise $872 for Rescue Ministries of Mid-Michigan. The funds were presented to Matt Hill, Chief Development Officer for the organization, who visited Frankenmuth High School to accept the donation on behalf of the ministry. 🦅

03/17/2026

02/10/2026

Part 2‼️‼️

02/10/2026

GLBRYLI takes off with another successful session!✨ On February 6th, Great Lakes Bay Youth Leadership Institute student gathers in TSAR of Saginaw Valley State University and engages in exciting activities like "U ME PAINT", where they unleashed their creativity and gave leadership another new meaning to it. Creating paintings that reflected who they are, these students were able to show great enthusiasm in taking lead roles and drive their teams to success.💯😍

01/26/2026

The Great Lakes Bay Regional Youth Institute was a wonderful success this January, bringing together an inspiring community of students, coaches, and leaders for a truly meaningful experience. Participants enthusiastically engaged in card games centered on diversity, inclusion, and leadership, creating an environment that was both fun and deeply educational. The guest speakers delivered powerful and memorable speeches while offering valuable insight into how coaches can actively support and guide hundreds of students, not just in sports, but through real-life challenges and personal growth. They emphasized the importance of checking up on others, being a positive role model, holding strong values, speaking up when it matters, and developing self-awareness. Through their words and experiences, they shared lasting advice on mastering oneself and motivating those around you, leaving attendees inspired, empowered and ready to lead with purpose.

12/17/2025

🌟 During the last session of GLBRYLI at SVSU, students were encouraged to come up with ideas and solutions on how athletes can use their influence to promote better habits and practices regarding boundaries, responsibilities, healthier relations, and community engagement. These ideas helped students think more critically of situations around us and how their practical implementations can be successful.

12/12/2025

Voices that lead amplifies words of courage and confidence. Speaking up is the first step of defiance.
qotd: If there was a thing(s) that you would want to change about the current world leaders, what would it be?