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July 12, 2022
Greetings students,
We take great pride in the fact that the word "community" is a part of our official name - Kalamazoo Valley Community College. That's in part why it is so important to us and should be to you, too, that the college reaches out to learners of all ages. Consider the following examples.
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More than 300 students are participating in college summer athletic camps now through the end of summer. Also joining us this month are dozens and dozens of Early/Middle College summer campers. These middle-school-aged students are exploring careers and pathway options while visiting a number of our campus locations.
Kalamazoo Public Schools students are providing valuable input about the Kalamazoo Valley Museum "Wonder Media: Ask The Questions!" exhibit. Together with exhibit creator Western Michigan University Presidential Innovation Professor Sue Ellen Christian, the museum plans to host student groups throughout the summer. The exhibit, a collaboration between Kalamazoo Valley and WMU, includes 14 unique interactive stations which challenge our understanding of and relationship to the digital media landscape. The exhibit runs through 2023.
At the Food Innovation Center, high school students are learning about sustainable urban food practices through Youth Opportunities Unlimited summer placements. High school students interested in cooking and health are participating in the college's Learning Kitchen, a free virtual cooking program made possible through a partnership between Kalamazoo Valley and the Bronson Health Foundation. The project is funded in part by the USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Michigan Fitness Foundation.
Also new this summer, the college is collaborating with the Douglass Community Association offering girl's and boy's basketball clinics at its Northside location. Our hope is that this pilot program grows and that even more students will have the opportunity to interact with college basketball coaches and other college staff during these day long events.
These and other efforts support the college's new mission statement Kalamazoo Valley Community College creates innovative and equitable opportunities that empower all to learn, grow and thrive. We are very pleased to be a part of your life and the lives of learners of all ages. Thank you for being a part of the Kalamazoo Valley Community College community!
Sincerely,
L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D.
President
Bookstore, Website Now Open
The Kalamazoo Valley Community College Bookstore and the Bookstore website are both open for business. If you have questions, please email us at bookstore@kvcc.edu or call us at 269.488.4030.
Jump In - The Pool Is Open
The pool at the college's Texas Township Campus opened July 5 for students, employees and retirees! Summer swim hours are Monday - Thursday from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Pool users must check in with their Kalamazoo Valley ID at the "cage" window in the lower level. To accommodate Early/Middle College campers, the pool will close at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, July 13, July 27 and Aug. 3.
New All-Sports Video Delivers the Hype!
Between the cool musical beats and awesome footage of Kalamazoo Valley Community College's scholar athletes in action, our just released all-sports recruitment video is nothing short of high energy. Watch it here on YouTube! Feel free to post! The college proudly offers five sports: volleyball, softball, baseball, women's basketball and men's basketball. If you or anyone you know would like to join Team Valley, contact Athletic Director Russ Panico at 269.488.4393 or athletics@kvcc.edu. Learn more at athletics.kvcc.edu.
College Leads Free Basketball Clinics
Do you know any 5th through 8th graders interested in basketball? Kalamazoo Valley Community College's men's and women's basketball coaches and players will be hosting free, one-day clinics this summer at the Douglass Community Association in Kalamazoo. The girls meet Saturday, July 30, and the boys on Saturday, Aug. 6; both clinics are from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. See the flyer for details.
Registration links below:
Girl's Clinic
Office Closed July 18
Student Development Services, which includes Advising & Counseling, Kalamazoo Promise Services, Office for Student Life and Engagement, Student Employment Services and Veteran Services, will be closed Monday, July 18 for staff training. If you need assistance, please call 269.373.7800. The office will reopen Tuesday, July 19 at 7:30 a.m. with extended hours until 7 p.m.
Kalamazoo Valley Libraries:
Research and Citation Help, Course Reserves, Summer Book Display and Database Spotlight
The Kalamazoo Valley Libraries at the Texas Township Campus and at Anna Whitten Hall are open and available to support you this summer. We are offering a mix of in-person and online services. including reserve materials and reference assistance.
Research & Citation Help
If you are looking for help finding or citing sources for class projects, the libraries have multiple ways to assist you. Visit us in person to talk to one of our reference librarians. From off campus, you can call or email us. Zoom appointments are available on request. For assistance during non-business hours, the Ask a Librarian 24/7 Chat is always available.
Course Reserves
Textbooks and other course materials are placed on reserve each semester at the request of faculty and students. Check the Course Reserve Guide
to see if we have books for your class available. Most reserve items may be checked out for up to three hours.
Summer Book Display
No travel plans this summer? No problem. You don't need a plane ticket to travel. Use a book to see the world. Stop into the TTC Library on the lower level and check out our new book display featuring stories set in other countries.
Database Spotlight
Explore a huge collection of resources to help kick-start your career with this issue's featured database. Browse specific occupation details and find out what professions are most in demand. Find a career to match your tastes and abilities, search for jobs and internships, write your resume and job letters or prepare for an interview. Access a library of video courses on basic computer skills and popular software applications. Study for career entrance tests in many fields, including health care and teaching, or even prepare for a driver's license exam. Find all these resources and much more in LearningExpress Library: Careers or browse everything occupational on our Career Information Databases page. If you ever need help navigating our databases, our friendly library staff are glad to help.
We look forward to connecting with you!
Visit us online
Call 269.488.4328
Email libraries@kvcc.edu
Chat with a college librarian 24/7
Zoom by appointment, please email
Follow us on Instagram @kalamazoovalleylibraries
Styrofoam Recycling Event Planned for July 23
In cooperation with Dart Container Corporation, Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Sustainability Committee will be hosting a Styrofoam recycling event at the Texas Township Campus Saturday, July 23 from 12 - 3 p.m. All are welcome to attend. A large trailer will be placed in the main parking lot near the flagpole entrance for collection. Accepted foam must have the number *6* symbol (typically located on the underside) and food service containers must be rinsed and wiped. For more information, call 269.488.4540 or email facilities@kvcc.edu.
Call for Entries for Latino Artists Exhibit
Entries for the Latino Artists exhibit, an Art Hop and community art exhibit showcasing the fine artwork of local Latino artists, are due July 29. The show opens on Aug. 5 at 5:30 p.m. at the Center for New Media. This is a collaborative show between the Kalamazoo Valley Center for New Media and El Concilio, the Hispanic American Council of Kalamazoo. The event will premiere from 5:30 to 8 p.m. during the Aug. 5 Art Hop and will be open on Aug. 6 to coincide with the Latino Summer festival in Bronson Park. Physical submissions will be accepted Monday - Thursday between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the center doors of the Center for New Media. Contact Cindy Parks at 269.373.7881 or cparks@kvcc.edu to schedule a time for delivery.
Financial Help is Available
Need help paying for college? There are several options available through the Financial Aid office.
- Apply now for Fall 2022 Foundation-sponsored scholarships. Priority awarding deadline EXTENDED to July 20!
- Work-study positions are available for summer and fall semesters. Email finaid@kvcc.edu for more information.
- If you're 25 years or older, APPLY NOW for the Michigan Reconnect Scholarship at www.kvcc.edu/reconnect/.
Register Now for Charity Walk
Bring your friends and family and help PTK raise money for Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes on Aug. 11 at 6:30 p.m. on the Texas Township Campus. Register for $20 at www.kvcc.edu/ptk. All money raised will be donated.
Get Involved on Campus
The Office for Student Life and Engagement is here to connect you with a number of events in our new virtual space. From meeting with transfer colleges and making a budget to learning about your strengths, our office offers learning opportunities outside the classroom. Meet new people and connect with campus contacts to make your college experience more meaningful. For more information, contact Coty Dunten or Ezra Bell.
Upcoming events include:
July 12 | KVAAP Information Session | 2 p.m.
Join this virtual information session to learn more about how KVAAP can help you achieve your educational goals. Upon signing up, a Zoom meeting link will be emailed to you. For more information on how to attend, contact Kendall Walker.
July 12 | Kalamazoo Promise Services Zoom Pop-Up | 5 p.m.
Zoom Pop-Ups are presentations dedicated to the development of skills needed to be successful in college and life. Presentations are led by Kalamazoo Promise Services staff, Kalamazoo Valley faculty and community educators. Click here to join. For more information, contact Beth Brandon.
July 14 | Valley Food Share | 2 - 4 p.m.
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 to take home. Valley Food Share distribution is currently a drive-thru service alternating between the Food Innovation Center and the Texas Township Campus. For more information, visit kvcc.edu/foodshare.
July 20 | KVAAP Information Session | 10 a.m.
Join this virtual information session to learn more about how KVAAP can help you achieve your educational goals. Upon signing up, a Zoom meeting link will be emailed to you. For more information on how to attend, contact Kendall Walker.
For a complete list of activities, check the college calendar.
Student Organizations
Did you know Kalamazoo Valley has a number of student clubs and organizations? From dance club to anime, there is something for everyone. Clubs are a great way to meet people! Check out the complete list here. Want to start your own club? Contact Coty Dunten.
College Social Media
Be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn for all of the latest campus news. And every Tuesday, you can check us out on TikTok!
Planetarium Offers Two Children's Shows
Looking for something to do with an early elementary-aged child? They might enjoy the following two planetarium shows offered Fridays and Saturdays through July 30. The cost is $3, with free admission to the museum. Times and programs are:
- 11 a.m. | The Little Star That Could | Grades 2 - 4 | 40 minutes | Meet a Little Star who is born and searches for a place in space to call home.
- 2:30 p.m. | Sky on Fire | Grades 3+ | 24 minutes | Take a trip through time to discover how fireworks have been used for celebrations around the globe.
Enter the World of Hilarious Inventions
Rube Goldberg's cartoons and zany contraptions come to life through 3D, life-size machines and more in a humorous investigation of classic engineering principles. The "Rube GoldbergTM The World of Hilarious Invention Exhibit!" was created by the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh in partnership with the Heirs of Rube Goldberg. It will be on display through Sept. 11. Admission is free to the museum and to the exhibit. The museum is open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday - Friday; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday; and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.
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