July 24, 2023
Greetings students,
You can do this; the end of the summer semester is in sight! I urge you to stay focused on completing your studies so that you can achieve your goals. If you need assistance, reach out to student services.
As you look to the future, I remind you that the fall semester will be here before you know it. Are you prepared? The college is hosting two Get it Done events to ensure that you are ready to start classes in the fall. The first one is tomorrow at the Texas Township Campus and a second event will be held Aug. 9 at the Arcadia Commons Campus. During Get it Done, you can receive financial aid application assistance, complete placement testing, meet with an advisor or counselor and enroll in classes. I highly encourage you to attend if you haven't registered for classes yet. Learn more in the article below.
We applaud your determination and will continue to do all we can to help you be successful.
Sincerely,
L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D.
President
Enroll in Fall Classes at Get it Done Events
Get prepared for fall semester at Kalamazoo Valley at the Get it Done events.
Dates
Tuesday, July 25 from 2 - 6 p.m. at the Texas Township Campus
Wednesday, Aug. 9 from 2 - 6 p.m. at the Arcadia Commons Campus
During Get it Done, you can:
- Receive financial aid application assistance
- Complete placement testing
- Meet with an advisor or counselor
- Enroll in classes
RSVP is required. Click here to sign up. Fall semester starts Sept. 6.
Safeguarding the Computing Environment
Kalamazoo Valley takes seriously its responsibility to secure your personal information as well as the college's technical systems and resources. Within the past several months, the college has implemented additional security features and practices, such as multifactor authentication, system log alerting and engaging security partners to establish constant threat monitoring and response. We are planning more security enhancements to further strengthen our cybersecurity defenses.
These additions to our security resources have improved the college's cybersecurity posture, but user activity remains the most commonly exploited method of attack. Please take the time to look at some of the cybersecurity resources linked below to help you stay cybersafe:
Unfortunately, cybersecurity threats are constant and attacks directed against the college's IT resources are an everyday reality. We will continue to use the resources at our disposal to safeguard your personal data and the integrity of the college's computing environment.
Fall Books Available Starting Aug. 14
You can purchase Fall 2023 books beginning Aug. 14 at the Texas Township Campus Bookstore. Web orders can be shipped anywhere in the U.S. for just $5. Or, if you prefer, pick them up at the Bookstore or at the Anna Whitten Hall Library in downtown Kalamazoo. Shop online anytime at bookstore.kvcc.edu, or in person from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Book Buyback Scheduled for Aug. 21- 24
The Bookstore will hold Summer 2023 book buyback on Aug. 21, 22, 23 and 24 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Used textbooks will be purchased from students for cash this week. Find out which books will be accepted and for what amount at bookstore.kvcc.edu. Questions? Call 269.488.4030.
Bookstore Accepts Fall Financial Aid on Aug. 23
Aug. 23 is the first day that students can use fall financial aid to make purchases in the Bookstore. Both in-store and online purchases are eligible.
Get Involved on Campus
The Office for Student Life and Engagement is here to connect you with a number of events on campus. 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 Ezra Bell. Check the college calendar for upcoming opportunities.
July 25 | KVAAP (Kalamazoo Valley Accelerated Associate Program) Information Session | 5 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. Click here to register. For more information, contact Ana Abendschein.
July 27 | 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. For more information, visit kvcc.edu/foodshare.
Aug. 2 | KVAAP (Kalamazoo Valley Accelerated Associate Program) 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. Click here to register. For more information, contact Ana Abendschein.
Aug. 3 | 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. For more information, visit kvcc.edu/foodshare.
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.
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.
Kalamazoo Valley Libraries:
Research and Citation Help, Summer Reading, and Study Spaces
Research and Citation Help
Need help with that research paper? Do you need some help getting started, finding appropriate research, or formatting citations? 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.
You can also check out our How-To Videos or our Citation Research Guide Our collection of How-To Videos includes information about the basics of library searches and formatting, while the Citation Research Guide will show you why, when, and how to cite as well as provide links and instructions for other resources such as Zotero, a free online reference manager and citation generator.
Summer Reading
There's still time to finish a good book this summer, whether you're at the beach or trying to beat the heat at home. The Libraries have a great selection of recreational reads to choose from. Browse the online ValleyCat library catalog or check out what's fresh on the New Books virtual display. If you are looking for suggestions, explore the ValleyReads virtual display for recommendations from KVCC staff members.
Study Spaces
The Libraries are great hot-spots for keeping cool this summer. Both libraries feature quiet, cozy air-conditioned study spaces in unique environments. We have tables, computers, comfy armchairs, and isolated study cubicles with plenty of room to situate yourself and your belongings. The Texas Township library has closed study rooms for extra privacy-ask about availability. The Anna Whitten Hall library features a unique scenic lookout over downtown Kalamazoo, and the TTC library offers a panoramic two-story view of the surrounding nature preserve.
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 (https://www.kvcc.edu/library/asklib.html)
Zoom by appointment, please email
Follow us on Instagram (@kalamazoovalleylibraries)
Boys Basketball Camp Photos Available Online
Enjoy photos from the boys basketball camps by clicking here for the younger players and here for the older players. Stay tuned for photos from our other sports camps, all held on the Texas Township Campus. If you or someone you know is interested in registering a child for camp next year, visit www.athletics.kvcc.edu, email athletics@kvcc.edu or call 269.488.4393.
Embark on Imaginary Voyages with New 'Explore Your World' Exhibit
Undertake a quest across land, sea and space to discover the role of mapping and navigation in everyday life in the exciting, free exhibit "Explore Your World!" now open. It runs through Oct. 15. Visitors will use different methods of navigation to find their way through shipwrecks, escape a virtual building and pilot a simulated underwater exploration vehicle. They can take on the challenge of a giant game of Battleship using coordinates, or operate a sonar scanner to map themselves and their friends. "Explore Your World" uses cutting-edge technologies and experiences that are relevant, inspiring and effective in sharing STEM skills and knowledge across the globe.
Pink Floyd Music Showcased in Planetarium Show
Pink Floyd's progressive eighth album, "Wish You Were Here," is set to stunning visuals that will send you to the moon in a new light show at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum's planetarium in August on Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. The music you know is taken to a new level when combined with crisp computer graphics and shown on the planetarium's dome. The cost is $3, with free general admission to the museum. Click here to buy tickets and to learn more about the show.
Museum Shows 'The Fly' for Free on Aug. 5
On Saturday, Aug. 5 at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., the museum will show the 1958 version of The Fly with Vincent Price. It will be shown in the Mary Jane Stryker Theater. Pre-registration is not required. The film is part of the activities for the museum's new "Splat! The Buzz About Flyswatters" exhibit, which features more than 1,000 flyswatters. Entry is free to the exhibit and to the museum. The exhibit continues through Jan. 7.
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