May 7, 2021

Greetings!

I was so pleased that more than 150 graduates joined us Sunday, May 2 for the 2021 Drive-Thru Commencement Celebration. The successful completion of a college credential is an amazing accomplishment - even in the best of times. I told our graduates, faculty members, staff and guests assembled in person, on the radio and online that all of us at the college were very proud of their accomplishments and that we were certain that past performance pointed to continued success for each and every one of them. 

As you prepare to attend summer semester classes at Kalamazoo Valley, I welcome you!  For our returning students, welcome back and to our guest and first-time students, thank you for choosing Kalamazoo Valley. I hope that you can imagine joining the ranks of our alumni very soon.

I encourage you to become fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (Coronavirus). The scientific evidence is overwhelming that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective in preventing COVID-19 infection and related serious outcomes. We appreciate the many students, faculty members and staff who have already received their vaccinations. If you have general questions about the vaccines, please visit the CDC website and the FDA website for more information.

If you have not already received the vaccine, Kalamazoo Valley is collaborating with the Family Health Center and Bronson Hospital to provide two COVID-19 vaccination clinics - one at the Texas Township Campus and one at the Arcadia Commons Campus. While these clinics are open, first to college students, faculty members and staff, the public is also invited to attend.  For more information or to make an appointment, please visit www.kvcc.edu/coronavirus.

On behalf of our faculty, administrators and staff, it is my pleasure to welcome you to summer semester at Kalamazoo Valley. We wish you much success!

 Sincerely,

L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D.
President

Safety Protocols for Summer Return
Personal accountability is key to keeping our campuses healthy and welcoming. We must be responsible for ourselves and for one another. Faculty, students and staff all play a part in helping to ensure that everyone who visits our buildings has peace of mind. Across all campuses, the college has increased the cleaning of high-traffic areas and high-touch surfaces such as handrails, benches, tables, handles and restrooms. For a complete list of safety protocols put in place for your health and safety, click here.

Vaccine Clinics Held at Kalamazoo Valley
Kalamazoo Valley Community College, in partnership with the Family Health Center and Bronson Hospital, will be hosting two COVID-19 vaccination clinics - one at the Texas Township Campus and one at the Arcadia Commons Campus. The Moderna two-dose vaccine will be administered.

New to Kalamazoo Valley? Get Your Valley ID Card Now
As a new student, you need to get a Valley ID card. A Valley ID card is needed to use many student services, including parking validation, testing and door access at our downtown campuses.

We are happy to produce your student ID card virtually using the Student Information Center. Here's what you need to do:

• Take a clear, front-facing, head and shoulders photo of yourself
• Upload your photo and required information (you'll need to log into your MyValley account).

Once we verify your ID, we'll link your photo to class rosters and send your ID in the mail. It may take up to two weeks for you to receive your Valley ID in the mail, so upload your photo today. You must be signed up for classes for the summer semester and tuition must be paid before you will receive your ID.

The Cougar Cafe, located inside the Texas Township Campus, is open for breakfast and lunch. Hours through May are listed below.

Week of May 10
Monday - 7:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday - 7:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday - 7:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Thursday - 7:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Friday - Closed
 
Week of May 17 (Summer Hours Begin)
Monday - 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday - 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday - 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Thursday - 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Friday - Closed
 
Week of May 24
Monday - 7:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday - 7:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday - 7:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m.
Thursday - 7:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m.
Friday - Closed
 
Week of May 31
Monday - Closed (Holiday)
Tuesday - 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday - 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Thursday - 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Friday - Closed

Fall Semester Registration Information
The fall semester class schedule will be online May 10 and registration opens the week of May 17! Get a jump start on your schedule by using our new online software system to create your own registration plan. When registration opens, simply load your plan to enroll! It's that simple! Check out this short video on how to create your own registration plan! Registration is based on earned credit hours. Find out when you can register below: 

Need Assistance? Student Services can Help!
Students who need assistance should contact the departments below to schedule:

1. Virtual appointments
2. In-person appointments

• Face coverings must be worn properly at all times.
• When possible, proper social distancing of a minimum of six feet must be observed.
• Frequent hand washing along with the use of hand sanitizer.
• Completion of a daily health assessment prior to arriving on campus. 

Need Something from the Kalamazoo Valley Bookstore?
Order online at bookstore.kvcc.edu, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Choose in-store pickup or ship for just $5 (orders ship within ONE business day -- usually faster!).

Pick-up in-store at the Texas Township Campus
Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

NEED SOME EXTRA HELP GETTING READY FOR CLASS?
Please visit our WALK-UP SERVICE-- we are here to help!
In-Person Assistance (through May 13)
Texas Township Campus, Room 4370-4380
12 - 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday

Visit the bookstore website bookstore.kvcc.edu for additional information.

• Need access to a computer or the internet to attend class and finish coursework? You can check out a loaner laptop or a mobile wi-fi hotspot. All hardware loans are for the entire semester. 
• Need to print a document or check out a book? Email us a document or request a book and then pick it up in the library or take advantage of our curbside services.
• Need copies of course materials that are on reserve in the library? We can help with that too! Email us and we can arrange to make a printed copy of your course materials for you to pick up. 
• Need help with research or citations? Library staff are standing by online and in person to help answer any questions you have and connect you to the resources you need over the phone, email, or Zoom. Through our 24/7 chat service, research and citation help are available at any hour. 

Need Food? Valley Food Share Can Help
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 box, or a "share" which includes food grown locally and sourced through our own Food Innovation Center as well as nonperishable items from Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes, to take home. The college has provided students with shares once a week for the last year.

Valley Food Share distribution is currently a drive-thru service on Thursdays between 2 - 4 p.m. alternating between the Food Innovation Center and the Texas Township Campus. You will receive an email each Thursday afternoon with a link to sign up for a box of food for the next week. If you come by car, we ask that you remain in your vehicle and the share will be placed in your trunk by college employees. If you come on foot or on a bicycle, please wear a face covering.

If you have any questions, please email foodshare@kvcc.edu