Certification
I hereby certify that the above information is the most up-to-date and correct to the best of my knowledge that I agree to the following as a condition of my participation in Grand Valley State University (GVSU) program or visit and/or related activities.
I give my permission to GVSU and Partners*, St. Mary’s Hospital, Spectrum Health Care System, North Ottawa Community Hospital, Metropolitan Health Care System or other health care providers to provide, seek, obtain, or approve any routine, necessary, or emergency health care during my involvement in the GVSU programs. I understand that this authorization is given in advance of any specific diagnosis, or treatment or medical care being required and is to serve as specific consent to any and all such diagnosis, treatment or hospital care which may be deemed advisable. I understand my rights under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and authorize GVSU to release information as necessary for managing program healthcare.
I acknowledge that participation in the camp/activity/visit and/or related activities involves assumed and inherent risk of personal injury. I assume such risk as I participate in all program activities. I release and agree to hold harmless GVSU and Partners*, its Board of Trustees, students and employees from all claims, actions, damages and liabilities for personal injury, damage or illness relating to or arising out of any activity except where the injury, damage or illness is caused by the gross negligence of the university’s or Parnters* employees. I understand that I will be subject to the rules and regulations of the camp/activity/visit and/or related activity. I understand that any person who repeatedly disobeys University/Partner* policies or procedures will be immediately expelled from the program. GVSU and Partners* is not responsible for lost or stolen property.
*Partners (WGVU, Mosaic Film Experience, WMCAT, Steelcase Foundation)