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Jan. 23, 2025
Greetings Students!
In 1947, during his final year at Morehouse College, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. wrote in the college newspaper, "Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education." I urge you to think about ways that you can help us create a community of honesty, strong morals and a commitment to justice at Kalamazoo Valley. As you encounter new ideas in your classes, remember that part of your learning is considering how you can use that new knowledge to make this world better.
It takes commitment and character to persevere in your education - especially when the assignments continue to put demands on your schedule. I promise that it will be worth it! You are working toward a true education, where you are growing both your intellect and your character. At the end of this winter semester, a glorious spring is waiting!
L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D.
President
Important Upcoming Dates
- Second 12-week classes start Jan. 28. Last day to drop/add is Feb. 3.
You may drop or withdraw from classes using the self-service registration feature in MyValley. Watch our how to video to learn how this is accomplished. You may also drop classes in person in the Admissions, Registration and Records office (Room 9140, TTC) or at the Student Service Center in Anna Whitten Hall on the Arcadia Commons Campus. Discontinuing class attendance and/or notifying the instructor is not an official drop. You must complete the paperwork or use the self-service feature. If you fail to officially drop a course, registration is continued until the end of class and the grade earned is recorded on your transcript. Discontinuing course attendance is a very important decision. We invite you to discuss this decision with your instructor, Student Development Services, Student Financial Services, the Learning Center and other resources available to you.
2024 1098-T Forms Available
2024 Form 1098-T may be viewed online by logging into your MyValley account at kvcc.edu and then choosing “My 1098-T” under the My Links section. Enter 2024 for the tax year and press enter to view your form. Printed copies of Form 1098-T will be mailed no later than January 31, 2023 to your address on file with Kalamazoo Valley Community College.
If you did not have any activity with Kalamazoo Valley in 2024 or your scholarships and grants were more than your payments, you may not have a 1098-T for 2024. Please see the 1098-T FAQ documentation on the Kalamazoo Valley website for more information regarding Form 1098-T.
Questions regarding the amounts being reported on your 1098-T may be directed to the Student Financial Services office at finaid@kvcc.edu or by calling 269.488.4340. If there is an error in your student information, please contact the Admissions, Registration and Records office at arr@kvcc.edu or 269.488.4281.
Apply Now for Scholarships
Attention students! Kalamazoo Valley scholarship season is here, and the doors to financial support are wide open! If you are new to the college this winter semester, don’t miss out on your chance to apply for scholarships that can help fund your education. Whether you’re pursuing the technical trades, a health career, liberal arts or anything in between, there’s an opportunity waiting for you. Fill out one online scholarship application to apply for all of the available opportunities. Visit kvcc.edu/admissions/finaid/scholarships.
Students who completed an application in the fall do not need to reapply to be considered for winter semester scholarships.
News from the Libraries
TTC Library Open House: January 29
Visit the Library and Learning Center Open House on Wednesday, January 29, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Explore our spaces, meet our staff, enjoy some snacks and play Library Bingo!
Study in the Library!
Did you know that the Kalamazoo Valley Libraries are the perfect place to study?
 
Texas Township Library, TTC 3120/8420 Arcadia Commons Library, AWH 321
Visit the Libraries for:
- Peaceful Atmosphere
- Excellent Views
- Individual and Group Study Furniture
- Computers and Printers
- Help from Librarians
- Access to Books and Electronic Databases
- Study Rooms (TTC)
Ask a Librarian
Did you know that librarians can help with research and citation? Evaluating information? Or finding a book on a topic of interest? Ask a Librarian!
Financial Aid Can Be Used for Book Purchases
If you are new to Kalamazoo Valley Community College, you may not know that your winter financial aid can be used to buy books and school supplies at the Bookstore on the Texas Township Campus, starting right now. Either purchase your items in person or online at
bookstore.kvcc.edu – your choice! Online orders may be picked up at TTC or the Anna Whitten Hall Library at the Arcadia Commons Campus in downtown Kalamazoo, or mailed to any address you want. Shipping is $5.
Electronic Textbooks and Courseware Available for Classes
STOP! Read this before buying any textbooks this winter. Students, did you know you automatically get electronic versions of textbooks and other course materials for your classes? It's called Ready Day One! The cost is charged to your tuition bill. E-books tend to be at least 50 percent cheaper than hardcover and paperback textbooks. Please note that electronic materials are ONLY available in classes where the instructor selected the option for the course and many do!
What you need to know:
- Within 24 hours of registering for a class with the electronic materials option, Kalamazoo Valley Community College’s Texas Township Campus Bookstore sends an email indicating that you are enrolled in Ready Day One and that e-course materials will be available in your Canvas account on the first day of class. It’s important to watch for the email.
- If you wish to opt out and remove the Ready Day One charge from your bill (it will be itemized there), you must act within two weeks from the first day of class. You have three options for doing so: Complete the transaction via your Canvas account, email the Bookstore at bookstore.kvcc.edu or call the Bookstore at 269.488.4030.
Bookstore Selling Uniforms for Winter Semester Classes
Attention brewing, barbering and cosmetology students! The Bookstore is your place for uniforms. The Bookstore works with your faculty and vendors to get you the best value, and you can use your financial aid. Stop on by the Texas Township Campus Bookstore, or order online at bookstore.kvcc.edu. We also have class kits and relevant supplies such as stethoscopes, penlights, train cases, study aids and more. The Bookstore – so much more than books.
Connect with Resources at the Learning Center and Library Open House
Kalamazoo Valley's Learning Center and Libraries are hosting an open house for winter semester students on Jan. 29. Join them 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. Come learn about all the useful resources the Learning Center and the Libraries have to offer. For more information, email learningcenter@kvcc.edu or call 269.488.4397.
Upcoming Event: We All Love KVAAP
Join us for this fun event on Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 3 - 5 p.m. in Anna Whitten Hall, Room 128. We’ll have card games, video games, crafts and free food! Prospective students will also have an opportunity to learn about KVAAP and fill out an application. All students, faculty and staff are welcome! Sign up here.
Upcoming KVAAP Info Sessions
- Tuesday | Jan. 28 | 5 p.m.
- Wednesday | Jan. 29 | 10 a.m.
We are still accepting applicants for the Winter 2025 semester. Attending a KVAAP Info Session is a required part of the application process. Interested students can register here.
 
Menu for Jan. 27 - 30
We have some delicious food options coming up at the Cougar Cafe. Stop by Jan. 27-30 for some more tasty options. All week we will be serving white chicken chili. Monday, start the week off right with our mac n cheese bar. Tuesday, enjoy some lasagna. Wednesday, fill up at our pasta bar. Thursday, enjoy some butter chicken. We look forward to serving you!
Student-Run Restaurant Now Open
Students enrolled in Kalamazoo Valley’s culinary arts and sustainable food systems programs put their training to work in the Havirmill Cafe. The cafe offers grab-and-go options, as well as a hot bar with freshly made entrees. It is located in the Marilyn J. Schlack Culinary and Allied Health Building, 418 E. Walnut St., in downtown Kalamazoo.
Havirmill Cafe hours are Monday - Thursday from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Please follow the Havirmill Cafe Facebook page at www.facebook.com/KVculinaryeats.
See the Valley Basketball Teams in Action – for FREE!
It’s officially basketball season! Find the full season schedule at athletics.kvcc.edu. All games are played in the main gym at Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Texas Township Campus. Admission is free. Below are upcoming home games in January and February.
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
- Saturday | Jan. 25 | 1 p.m. (vs. Marian University’s Ancilla College)
- Saturday | Feb. 1 | 1 p.m. (vs. Glenn Oaks Community College)
- Wednesday | Feb. 5 | 5:30 p.m. (vs. Lake Michigan College)
- Saturday | Feb. 8 | p.m. (vs. Lansing Community College)
- Saturday | Feb. 22 | p.m. (vs. Grand Rapids Community College)
MEN’S BASKETBALL
- Saturday | Jan. 25 | 3 p.m. (vs. Marian University’s Ancilla College)
- Saturday | Feb. 1 | 3 p.m. (vs. Glenn Oaks Community College)
- Wednesday | Feb. 5 | 7:30 p.m. (vs. Lake Michigan College)
- Saturday | Feb. 8 | 3 p.m. (vs. Lansing Community College)
- Saturday | Feb. 22 | 3 p.m. (vs. Grand Rapids Community College)
New Exhibit Showcasing Special-Effects Filmmaker Opens Jan. 25
Special-effects superstar Ray Harryhausen inspired a generation of filmmakers with his films "The 7th Voyage of Sinbad," "Clash of the Titans," "Jason and the Argonauts" and many others. Now he’s the subject of a traveling exhibit, “Ray Harryhausen: Miniature Models of the Silver Screen,” on display from Jan. 25 through April 25 at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. Admission is free.
Two Mini-Exhibits Explore Local Black History
Learn interesting local Black history facts from two mini-exhibits at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum, on display now through March 2. The “One Family's Legacy: The Williams-Johnson Family” mini-exhibit features photos and mementos representing over 100 years of Black history in Kalamazoo, curated with the assistance of community leader Jacob Mabry Pinney-Johnson. Pinney-Johnson is a fourth-generation Kalamazoo resident whose family members were important to the history of Southwest Michigan. The second mini-exhibit, "Collecting Black History: Murphy Darden's Legacy,” showcases items collected by late Kalamazoo historian and artist Murphy Darden, including artifacts, images and historic documents chronicling the achievements of African Americans, as well as his artwork. Admission is free.
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