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Winter Registration Now Open

Deadline to Petition to Graduate is Oct. 31 

Visiting Writers Series: Reginald Dwayne Betts

Kalamazoo Valley Creates: Community Haiku Project

Community Support Drives Success of Kalamazoo Valley Fall Recycling Event

Visiting Writers: Lyanda Lynn Haupt 

Moth-Style Story Hour: Water

Kalamazoo Valley Celebrates Global Connections with International Education Week Events

Enjoy Snacks, Giveaways and Prizes at Winter Registration Blitz

Kalamazoo Valley Mascot Scholarship Application Now Open

Planning to Transfer? Learn More About Our Michigan Transfer Agreement

Connect with Transfer Colleges and Universities at Fall 2025 Transfer Tuesdays

Bronco Bound Events Return this Fall

Kalamazoo Valley to Launch Early Childhood Education Program in Fall 2026

Fast-Track Your Degree with Credit for Prior Learning

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Tuesday, October 28

6:30 pm Volleyball Game

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Join us at the Texas Township Campus in the Main Gym, Room 6100, and cheer on our home team as they take on Lake Michigan College.

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Wednesday, October 29

9:00 am Western Michigan University On-Site Admissions Day

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Are you interested in transferring to Western Michigan University after goal completion at Kalamazoo Valley?Those who attend this On-Site Admissions Day event can receive a same day admissions decision.Join us at the Texas Township Campus in the Cafeteria anytime from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Advanced registration is required. For more information, contact Recruitment and Outreach CoordinatorMary Cox.

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10:00 am Winter Registration Blitz

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Are you registered for winter classes yet? Do you need help figuring out what classes you need? Get signed up at our Winter Registration Blitz events! We'll be at the Gym Entrance at the Texas Township Campus during the following dates and times:

  • Oct. 28 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and 4 - 6 p.m.
  • Oct. 29 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Oct. 30 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
For more information, email development@kvcc.edu.

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12:00 pm Understanding the Chosen First Name Process

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Get an update on the new process for a setting up a Chosen First Name (formerly used name) and how to support students, staff and faculty who wish to make a change. Join us Oct. 29 in Room 4380 at the Texas Township Campus or via Zoom to learn more. Clickhereto RSVP.

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Thursday, October 30

10:00 am Learning Center and Library Open House

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Kalamazoo Valley's Learning Center and Libraries are hosting an open house for fall semester students. Join us anytime from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at the Texas Township Campus in Room 2220 or in Rooms 3210 and 8420. Participants can also join virtually via Zoom links located in MyValley.All open house visitors will be eligible for drawings and giveaways. Snacks will be provided for those who visit in-person.For more information, emaillearningcenter@kvcc.edu.

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10:00 am Winter Registration Blitz

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Are you registered for winter classes yet? Do you need help figuring out what classes you need? Get signed up at our Winter Registration Blitz events! We'll be at the Gym Entrance at the Texas Township Campus during the following dates and times:

  • Oct. 28 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and 4 - 6 p.m.
  • Oct. 29 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Oct. 30 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
For more information, email development@kvcc.edu.

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2:00 pm Valley Food Share Distribution

Where: Food Innovation Center, 224 E Crosstown Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI 49001, USA

Valley Food Share is an initiative designed to meet the immediate food needs of Kalamazoo Valley students. Through the program, currently enrolled students can pick up a bag, or a share which includes food grown locally and sourced through our own Food Innovation Center as well as non-perishable items from Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes. For more information, visit kvcc.edu/foodshare.

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Friday, October 31

12:00 am Deadline to Petition to Graduate

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Are you planning to graduate in December? The deadline to petition to graduate for fall semester completion is Oct. 31. Students who petition after the deadline may not have their names printed in the December 2025 Commencement program book. Click here to learn more or to submit your petition.

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12:00 am Winter 2026 Nursing AAS Program Application Deadline

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Kalamazoo Valley Community College'sWinter 2026 Nursing AAS Program application period is Wednesday, Oct. 15 through Friday, Oct. 31. For more information, emailnursing@kvcc.edu.

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2:00 pm Music Club Meeting

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Are you looking for a great musical escape with people to relate? Join the Music Club, where we explore the world of music and all it has to offer! We'll be meeting at the Texas Township Campus from 2 - 4 p.m. Fridays this fall. Note the meeting locations for each meeting date below:

  • We will be meeting in TTC Room 4240 on Sept. 19, Sept. 26, Oct. 10, Oct. 17, Oct. 31, Nov. 14, Nov. 21 and Dec. 12.
  • We will be meeting in TTC Room 7120 on Oct. 3, Oct. 24, Nov. 7 and Dec. 5.
Questions? Email Music Club Co-Presidents Audrey MattsonandBryce McGruder.

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Saturday, November 01

12:00 am Winter 2026 Scholarship Applications Due

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Kalamazoo Valley'sWinter 2026 scholarship applications are due to be prioritized Nov. 1.

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Tuesday, November 04

5:00 pm Taps on Tuesday

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Culinary and Allied Health Building, 418 E Walnut St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

Join us for Taps on Tuesday from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Marilyn J. Schlack Culinary and Allied Health Building in downtown Kalamazoo. The happy hour-style event is hosted by our culinary and brewing students and staff. Enjoy student crafted beer and food pairings as well as appetizers and wine. To join the fun, simply walk-in, no reservations required.

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