Kyle Barnhart

Kyle Barnhart currently serves as the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement at Grand Valley State University, a role held since November 2017, where responsibilities include guiding the Young Alumni Council and developing outreach initiatives for young alumni. Previously, Barnhart worked as an Alumni Relations Assistant, managing volunteer programs and event planning focused on professional development. Prior experience includes positions at the City of Grand Rapids as a Planning and Community Engagement Aide, where collaboration with stakeholders supported the Grand River Revitalization project, and at The Trust for Public Land as a Research Fellow, contributing to the understanding of park system performance. Barnhart began a career in community engagement as a Program Assistant at Kids' Food Basket, supporting efforts to combat childhood hunger. Barnhart holds a Bachelor's Degree in Geography and Urban Planning from Grand Valley State University.