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Kalamazoo Valley Community College creates innovative and equitable
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Feb. 28, 2025

Greetings college community,

The theme for Women�s History Month this March is �Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.�

Kalamazoo Valley Community College has been well served by inspiring female leaders and educators during its nearly 60-year history. Marilyn J. Schlack, after whom the Culinary and Allied Health building was named, was the first woman president of a Michigan community college when she became the second president of Kalamazoo Valley in 1982. She led the college for 37 years until she retired in 2018.

Five of our seven college Board of Trustees members are women. Our current chairperson, Lucinda M. Stinson, is a longtime Kalamazoo administrator, leader and educator. Chairperson Stinson leads alongside four other accomplished women: Dawn DeLuca, Mary Gustas, Dr. Kathy Purnell and Sherry Thomas-Cloud. In addition to these trustees, we greatly appreciate the leadership of Paige Eagan, Ph.D., provost and vice president for instruction and student services; Jenny Ott, faculty member and chairperson of the academic leadership council, as well as the efforts of hundreds of other dedicated and talented female staff, faculty members and administrators who are a key part of the respected reputation the college enjoys in our community.

In honor of Women's History Month, faculty, staff, students and community members are invited to a tribute to celebrate Kalamazoo leader and activist Anna Whitten, who joined the Kalamazoo Valley Board of Trustees in 1968 and served as secretary until she died in 2016. This special event takes place Wednesday, March 12 from noon - 1:30 p.m. in Room 128 in Anna Whitten Hall, concluding with a dedication of the new interactive display about Whitten in the building. Anna Whitten Hall was named after her in 2005.

I�m grateful for the opportunity to recognize the leadership and contributions of the women in all facets of our lives, including in our homes, workplaces and our communities. Thank you for all that you are doing to inspire women to learn, grow and thrive here at Kalamazoo Valley.

Sincerely,
 

signature: L. Marshall Washington

L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D.
President
Human Resources
Kalamazoo Valley Community College Employee Handbook Changes
Kalamazoo Valley Community College has recently updated its Employee Handbook. Below is a summary of key changes you should note. To understand all of the details related to these changes, please consult the revised Employee Handbook posted on the Employee Portal.
 
PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN SUPERVISORS AND SUBORDINATES (p. 8)
If a relationship develops between two parties in supervisory/subordinate positions, it must be disclosed in writing to the Vice President for Human Resources. Appropriate action will be taken on a case-by-case basis.
 
ADMINISTRATOR PROFESSIONAL OBLIGATION (p. 10)
Administrators are expected to participate in at least one commencement ceremony each year.
 
PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH-RELATED ACCOMMODATIONS AND NURSING MOTHERS (p. 12)
Employees seeking a pregnancy or childbirth-related accommodation should submit a written request to Human Resources.

VOLUNTARY TERMINATION (p. 16)
The final day of employment for full-time staff and administrators who are separating employment voluntarily will be the last day worked. (Note: Vacation requested after termination notice has been given may not be approved.)

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE/DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY (p. 21)
The following subsections have been added:
  • Prohibited substances
  • Prescription and over-the-counter drugs
  • Drug and alcohol testing
PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS (p. 30)
Employees are responsible for carefully monitoring their pay to ensure they have been properly paid for all hours worked. If you believe you have not been paid for all hours worked, or if you believe that deductions have been improperly/incorrectly made from your pay, you must immediately report this to Human Resources so that the College can promptly investigate and make any necessary corrections.

COMPENSATION - EMERGENCIES (p. 33)
�Emergency call-in� pay for hourly employees has been clarified. An emergency call-in is defined as work outside of an employee�s normal work hours or schedule that is required with less than 24 hours� notice.

GRATUITIES (p. 34)
The acceptable gratuity value (such as gifts from vendors) is now $100.

SHORTER LEAVE TIME INCREMENTS (p. 36, 40, 41, 44)
New increment rules for paid leave eligible, non-bargaining unit, staff and administrators:
  • Vacation leave may be taken in two-hour increments (formerly four hours).
  • Business leave may be taken in 15-minute increments (formerly 30 minutes).
  • Accrued paid leave will be utilized in any increment available so as to exhaust balances of vacation, sick and/or business leave before an employee is eligible for unpaid leave.
SICK LEAVE (p. 42)
In response to the State of Michigan�s Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA), effective Feb. 21, 2025, the Sick Leave section of the Employee Handbook has been updated. The most significant change is for part-time staff not covered under a bargaining agreement. These employees will begin accruing paid sick leave at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked. These new accruals will be added to balances already in place.

PARENTAL LEAVE (p. 44)
Full-time faculty, staff and administrators may request to borrow up to 160 hours from future sick leave balances for paid parental leave.

SHORT-TERM DISABILITY BENEFIT (p. 48)
Employees qualifying for short-term disability will be required to supplement this benefit with their accrued paid leave time. (Before revision, employees eligible for STD benefits would receive a percentage of their pay. Now they will receive that pay percentage, but will also be required to use their paid leave time to supplement the benefit so that their pay will total 100% of their usual pay.)

TUITION WAIVER (p. 50)
The Tuition Waiver takes the place of the Investing in Your Future Tuition Plan and the Tuition Reimbursement Plan for Dependents of Full-Time Employees. The Tuition Waiver provides full-time employees and their spouses and qualified dependents the opportunity to register for and attend classes at Kalamazoo Valley without paying for the tuition in advance.
 
We recommend that you review the complete Employee Handbook on the Employee Portal. Questions? Contact Amy Reynolds, Director of Human Resources, at areynolds2@kvcc.edu or x4576.

Reporting a Death
It is always difficult when a member of the Kalamazoo Valley family passes away. Both current employees and those who have retired or otherwise moved on have made an impact on us at the college and are greatly missed. When a colleague passes away, we work to find a balance between sharing accurate information, and respecting the privacy of surviving family members.

To ensure that we are best positioned to communicate appropriately, we are asking all employees to follow the following protocols:
  1. If any employee is contacted by the family of a former employee who has passed away, please direct them to call the Human Resources main line at 269.488.4228.
    • Employees who have received a message (voicemail or email) should forward the message to HR@kvcc.edu.
  2. Human Resources will verify the information shared to determine what level of contact the family will accept.
  3. Upon verification, Human Resources will share the information with the President�s office, the Information Technology department, Business Office/Payroll, Public Safety, Facilities, the KVCC Foundation and appropriate Cabinet members.
  4. If appropriate, the former employee will be recognized at the Kalamazoo Valley annual Arbor Day celebration and in the employee newsletter.
If there are questions regarding these protocols, please contact Aaron Hilliard, vice president for human resources, at 269.488.4409 or via email at ahilliard@kvcc.edu

Employee Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Did you know that all employees at Kalamazoo Valley have access to our Employee Assistance Program? This is a confidential work-based program that offers resources to employees. For more information, click here.

You Are Not Alone � Community Resources Available
Some of our students, co-workers, friends, relatives or even ourselves may need assistance from time to time. So, the college has a list of community resources on our website. Click here. We encourage you to share the list with others.
 
Diversity and Bias in the Search Committee Trainings
Diversity and Bias in the Search Committee is a required training for all staff and faculty wishing to serve on a search committee. Participants will explore the basics of serving on a search committee and gain insight into how implicit or unconscious bias can influence the decision-making process. 
March 26 | 10 a.m. - noon | Room 4370 (TTC) | Register Here
April 28 | 3 - 5 p.m. | Room 128 (AWH) | Register Here

Active Violence Training
This 1.5-hour class is designed to equip staff and faculty with essential knowledge and skills to respond effectively in the event of an active violence incident. Participants will learn how to recognize warning signs, develop situational awareness and implement life-saving strategies. This training aims to enhance safety and preparedness across campus. 
March 4 | 1 p.m. | Room 4370 (TTC) | Register Here
March 19 | 1 p.m. | Room 128 (AWH) | Register Here
 
Retirement
Office of Retirement Services and Voya
For those who have a MPSERS and/or Voya account, Voya offers one-on-one virtual appointments and webinars. To sign up for a session or to view dates and times, click here.

TIAA
Do you have an account with TIAA? A listing of webinars for February and March 2025 can be found by clicking here. Would you like to save more for retirement? The supplemental retirement plan gives you the opportunity to continue to save toward retirement. Kalamazoo Valley Community College offers three plans through TIAA. The deduction can either be a percentage of your check or a fixed dollar amount. To learn more on the different plans, click here. These options are for employee-only contributions. 
 
New! The Pool App
Is your healthcare coverage through Kalamazoo Valley Community College? Have you downloaded the app for The Pool? On the app, you will have access to pain management, diabetes management, health management, diabetes and heart health and virtual second opinions. To learn more, just click here.
 
Maven � Maternity and Postpartum Support
Employees who are covered under the Kalamazoo Valley Community College medical plan now have additional support. Whether you�re an expectant parent or excited partner, Maven can support you in answering questions, connect you with qualified professionals and more. 
Maven support includes: ?
  • Management of high-risk pregnancy
  • Steps to avoid the chance of preterm birth
  • Low birthweight and C-section care
  • Help for parents with an infant(s) in the NICU
  • Advice to prepare parents for returning to work
Click here to find out more information.

New Employee Orientation Dates for March to December 2025
Every new hire attends a New Employee Orientation. Below are the dates for March through December 2025. Sessions run from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for full-time employees, and until 1:30 p.m. for part-time employees.

Monday, March 3                           Monday, March 17
Tuesday, April 1                             Thursday, April 17
Thursday, May 1                            Monday, May 19
Monday, June 2                             Monday, June 16
Tuesday, July 1                              Tuesday, July 16
Monday, Aug. 4                              Monday, Aug. 18
Wednesday, Sept. 3                       Wednesday, Sept. 16
Wednesday, Oct. 1                         Thursday, Oct. 16
Monday, Nov. 3                               Monday, Nov. 17
Wednesday, Dec. 3
admissions, registration, and records
Employee Summer Registration
Employee registration for the Summer 2025 semester is March 6 - 10. Full and part-time employees may request access to online registration for themselves and/or their dependents through 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 6. Please note the extended access dates because this will coincide with the end of spring recess.

To request access:

1. Send a message from your Kalamazoo Valley employee account to arr@kvcc.edu. Enter �Employee Registration� as the subject so we can easily find your request for early access to registration among all of the emails we receive from students. It must be from a �@kvcc.edu� address.

2. List the name and Valley Number or birth date for each admitted person who will be registering.

3. We will add authorization to each person�s record and reply to confirm.

4. Beginning March 6, each authorized individual may log into MyValley, select "Register or Drop Classes" from My Links and register.

If you miss this opportunity, you may still register following the standard registration schedule for all students beginning Monday, March 10. Please email the Admissions, Registration and Records office at arr@kvcc.edu, or call x4281, if you have questions.
business and finance office
Payroll Time Sheet Spring Recess Closure Reminder
The campus will be closed on Friday, March 7 for the spring recess. Please note, if you are a full-time hourly employee that is regularly scheduled to work on Friday, March 7, you would record this time on your time sheet at �time off paid� (TOP).  If you are not regularly scheduled to work on Friday or are a part-time employee, no hours should be entered for this date on your time sheet. Please contact the Payroll Department with questions. You may call Anita Gonzales at x4872 or Megan Collins at x4898 or send an email to payroll@kvcc.edu.
Kalamazoo Valley Community College Foundation
Kalamazoo Valley Community College Foundation Mini Grants Available
The KVCC Foundation provides a grant program for funding opportunities to benefit Kalamazoo Valley Community College students and to support a collegewide culture of giving. The grants are awarded to individuals and groups that help Kalamazoo Valley students learn, grow and thrive. Grant proposals are reviewed throughout the fiscal year for grants of $2,500 or less.
 
Grants applications that benefit the larger community, such as funds to support community education programs, are also accepted. Employees and students are welcome to apply. Past projects have included funding to purchase trees to replant after the tornado, a grant to buy extra chef uniforms for students in need and provision of toolkits for an outreach electrical program at the Northside Association for Community Development.
 
To learn more, or to apply, contact Alisha Siebers, associate vice president for college advancement and executive director of the KVCC Foundation, at asiebers@kvcc.edu or x4821.
Information Technology
Phishing and Ransomware Campaigns on the Rise
Please be aware of an active phishing and ransomware campaign targeting organizations using Microsoft Teams. Cybercriminals are impersonating IT support personnel to gain unauthorized access to systems and deploy ransomware.

How the Attack Works:
1. Email bombing: Victims receive spam emails creating a sense of urgency.
2. Fake IT support: Attackers message victims over Microsoft Teams, posing as IT support or help desk managers.
3. Remote access: Victims are tricked into granting remote screen control, allowing attackers to deploy malware.
4. Credential theft: Attackers disable multi-factor authentication (MFA) and antivirus protections, then move laterally within the network.

What You Can Do:
� Be skeptical: Verify the identity of anyone claiming to be IT support. Call IT staff directly or the IT help desk at x4250 or x7925.
� Report suspicious Activity: Report any unusual emails or messages to the IT department.
� Stay informed: Regularly update your knowledge on phishing tactics and cybersecurity best practices.

We are committed to our network security and are actively working to enhance our defenses against these threats. Nevertheless, stay vigilant!
Clifton strengths gallup
Lead with Your Strengths
We�re excited to reinvest in our journey of being a strengths-based organization by utilizing the CliftonStrengths Assessment. Developed by Gallup, the assessment is designed to help individuals identify their unique strengths and talents. It is based on the idea that people are most effective and engaged when they leverage their natural talents.

To that end, the college now has four certified Strengths coaches: Renee Martin, Mary McConnell, Miranda McDowell and Amy Reynolds, who will oversee the assessment and interpretation of the results. Martin and Reynolds will work with faculty and staff while McConnell and McDowell will connect students with CliftonStrengths. They will be assisted by 24 Strengths champions from different areas of the college.

If you haven�t taken the CliftonStrengths Assessment, you are encouraged to sign up to explore CliftonStrengths and discover new opportunities for growth and how you can lead with your Strengths.

Here is how to get started:
  • With supervisor approval, register to attend the March 28 session at 10 a.m. in Room 4370/80 (TTC). 
  • You will receive a code from one of the Strengths coaches before the session. The code will allow you to complete the CliftonStrengths assessment. The assessment will take approximately 45 minutes to complete.
  • Attend the session to learn more about how to read your report, dive into your top strengths and focus on what you do best.
If you can�t make it on March 28, additional sessions will be forthcoming. Questions? Email strengths@kvcc.edu.
office of diversity and inclusion

This image is a promotional flyer for "A Women’s History Month Event", specifically "A Life of Service: Anna Whitten Tribute Luncheon." Here are the key details from the flyer: Date & Time: Wednesday, March 12 | Noon - 1:30 p.m. Location: Anna Whitten Hall, Room 128, 202 N. Rose St., Downtown Kalamazoo Event Details: Heavy hors d’oeuvres Guest speakers, including Dr. L. Marshall Washington, president of Kalamazoo Valley Community College No RSVP needed (free event) Special dedication of the new Anna Whitten Hall display after the program Additional Note: Guests are encouraged to wear red in support of Equal Pay Day. Contact Information: For more details, call 269.488.4229.
Ace Women's Network Michigan
Women's History Month Events Planned
In honor of Women's History Month, the Kalamazoo Valley MI-ACE Women's Network is planning three events for faculty and staff to attend:
  • March 6 | Lunch & Learn about Women's History Month, International Women's Day and Equal Pay Day | Noon - 1 p.m.  | Room 4380 (TTC) | Bring your own lunch
  • March 21 | Sip & Connect Networking | 8 - 9 a.m. | Room 4560 (TTC) | Coffee & tea will be provided
  • March 25 | Finding Stability Amid Change, A Mindfulness Lesson and Guided Meditation | 4 - 5 p.m. | Room 247 (CAH) 
All are encouraged to attend.
Libraries
 
Explore Black History in the Libraries
Search our online catalog or browse our displays to find print and electronic books about African American history. Or, delve into these online databases:

 The image contains three different website interfaces, each related to research and cultural exploration.
  •  American Mosaic: The African American Experience: Includes hundreds of primary source documents, in addition to historical images. 
  • Ethnic NewsWatch: Contains newspaper, magazine and journal articles from ethnic and minority press, from 1959 to the present.
  • JSTOR: Explores the humanities and social sciences with deep coverage of African and African American studies. 
 
Ask a Librarian
Feel free to copy and paste the following information into your Canvas course:
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!
phi theta kappa honor society
A group of diverse individuals, including students and faculty, pose for a group photo in a well-lit event space. Some individuals hold white roses and certificates, while others wear formal or semi-formal attire. A man in the center wears a suit and blue bow tie. The background features a projector screen and banners with "Kalamazoo Valley" and "Phi Theta Kappa" written on them, indicating an academic or honor society event. Rows of chairs are visible in the foreground.
PTK Celebrates Winter 2025 Induction
Kalamazoo Valley's Alpha Rho Nu Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), the international honor society for two-year colleges, held its Winter 2025 Induction Ceremony for new members on Thursday, Feb. 20 in the Texas Township Campus Theater. L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D., president of Kalamazoo Valley Community College, was the keynote speaker. more
wellness and fitness center

Winter 100 Almost Over
Here�s where we stand in the Winter 100 Challenge:

Current Standings:

  • 12 participants have surpassed 100 miles
  • 17 participants have reached 100 miles
  • 28 participants have hit 75 miles and are closing in on the finish line!

Reminder: This is a total of all miles walked, run or hiked during the challenge. March 1 is the last day to log miles and submit your milestone. Don�t miss out! Log your miles here. Let�s finish strong � one more day to go! 


Kalamazoo Valley Youth Summer Camps
Register Now for Kalamazoo Valley Summer Camps
Looking for some summer fun for your kids or grandchildren? Explore Kalamazoo Valley�s wide variety of youth summer camps. From athletics to hands-on learning, there�s plenty at Kalamazoo Valley to keep kids busy all summer long. Click here to learn more.
Cougar Cafe

What's for Lunch on the Texas Township Campus?
We have a lot of tasty options to look forward to at the Cougar Caf�! From March 3 - 6, stop by for some vegetable soup, salad, snacks and Subway. Or, order up at our made-to-order grill.

From March 10 - 13, stop by for some vegetable beef soup. Monday, March 10, start the week off right with a chicken popper bowl. Tuesday, March 11, enjoy some loaded nachos. Wednesday, March 12, warm up with some chicken and broccoli bake. Thursday, March 13, finish strong with a sweet Thai chicken bowl. The Cougar Cafe is open Monday - Thursday from 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Kalamazoo valley accelerated associate program (KVAAP)
This image shows a young man with curly brown hair wearing a black baseball cap with a blue logo. He's smiling at the camera and wearing a gray and white pinstriped baseball jersey with "COUGARS" written across the chest in blue lettering. He's holding a baseball bat over his shoulder. This appears to be a team photo or headshot of a baseball player for the Cougars team.
KVAAP Student Spotlight: Aiden Warn
Meet Aiden Warn, current sophomore and student-athlete studying accounting. Warn plays first base on the Kalamazoo Valley baseball team. He has been an academic honors recipient every semester, and he recently completed an accounting internship. He plans to transfer to Davenport University after this semester to study accounting and play on its baseball team.
 This is a promotional flyer for a "KVAAP March Madness" event at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. The image shows a blue background with a basketball graphic on the right side. The text includes: Title: "KALAMAZOO VALLEY ACCELERATED ASSOCIATE PROGRAM" at the top Large text: "KVAAP MARCH MADNESS" Event details: March 20 | NOON - 4 P.M. at Texas Township Campus, Room 4240 March 21 | NOON - 4 P.M. at Anna Whitten Hall, Room 307 Activities listed: Register for summer classes Watch the March Madness games Play board games with staff and students Food will be provided Compete in the NCAA bracket challenge(s) for a prize The bottom left contains a QR code with text: "Please scan the QR to register for KVAAP March Madness and the bracket challenge. What is KVAAP? Check us out at www.kvcc.edu/kvaap" The Kalamazoo Valley Community College logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Kalamazoo Valley faculty, staff and students are invited to join us for these fun events. Come hang out, eat pizza, learn about KVAAP and watch March Madness basketball games! More information about our bracket challenge will be coming soon.
  • Thursday, March 20 from noon - 4 p.m. at TTC 4240
  • Friday, March 21 from noon - 4 p.m. at AWH 307
athletics
 
This image shows a series of three basketball action shots of what appears to be a college basketball game. The players are wearing blue and white uniforms. The team in white jerseys has "COUGARS" visible on some uniforms, while the opposing team is wearing navy blue jerseys with yellow/gold striping. The images capture different game moments including shooting, dribbling, and defending. The photos are taken in what looks like a school gymnasium with typical features like basketball hoops, scoreboards, and spectator seating visible in the background.
Men�s Basketball Team Finish as Conference Champs!
Congratulations to the men�s basketball players! They finished their season on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at Glen Oaks Community College as conference champs! They were victorious with a score of 103-98, closing with a record of 14-0 (an overall record of 27-1). Please cheer them on when they compete at the Michigan Community College Athletic Association Men's Basketball Championship on Saturday, March 1 at 3 p.m. It will be held at our very own Texas Township Campus in the main gym! Don�t miss it! Admission is free. The Cougars rank No. 1 in the MCCAA Western Conference, and No. 7 in the country among Division II community colleges. They have qualified for the Great Lakes District Tournament to be hosted by Mott Community College in Flint, where they will play a semifinal game on March 6 at 6 p.m. against a to be determined opponent. Should they win their district, they will earn a spot in the National Junior College Athletic Association�s Division II National Championship Tournament in Danville, Illinois, scheduled for March 17 - 22. The last time the men's basketball team made an appearance in the National Tournament was in March 2011. Click here to see photos from their last home game on Feb. 22!

This image shows a series of three basketball action shots from what appears to be a women's basketball game. The players are wearing light blue/gray uniforms with blue trim and navy blue/dark uniforms. In the left image, a player is handling the ball while being defended, with what looks like a referee visible in the background. The center image shows a player in the light uniform (wearing #3) shooting the ball while being defended by players in navy uniforms. The right image captures players from both teams during gameplay on the court. All images are taken in what appears to be the same gymnasium with typical features like a scoreboard, basketball hoops, and brick walls visible in the background.
Women�s Basketball Team Qualifies for Great Lakes District Tournament
Kudos to the women�s basketball players! They wrapped up their season on Wednesday, Feb. 26 winning at Glen Oaks Community College with a score of 51-30, finishing with a record of 7-7 (an overall record of 15-13). The Lady Cougars have qualified for the Great Lakes District Tournament, where they will play a quarterfinal game at Marian University�s Ancilla College in Indiana on Tuesday, March 4 at 5:30 p.m. Should they prevail, they will go on to play a yet to be determined team on Friday, March 7 at 4 p.m. in the semifinals. They rank fifth in the Michigan Community College Athletic Association Western Conference. Click here to see photos from their last home game on Feb. 22!
 
This image shows a series of three photos from what appears to be a Kalamazoo Valley Community College student event. The left image shows a speaker (possibly an administrator or faculty member) standing and speaking into a microphone at the front of a room, with students seated at tables. A screen displays "KalamazooVALLEY community college" and "STUDENT" text. The middle image shows a wider view of a lecture hall or meeting room with numerous attendees seated in rows, many wearing what look like light-colored uniforms or matching attire. The right image shows another presenter (appears to be a woman) standing at the front of the room with a similar Kalamazoo Valley presentation slide visible behind her, with students visible in the foreground.
Study Tables Are Integral Part of Valley�s Athletic Program
Did you know that Valley athletes from all five sports participate in a study table kickoff event at the start of every semester? They receive study tips, resources and more during these sessions. Above are a few photos from the Athletics Winter Study Table Kickoff on Jan. 12, which was coordinated by Aaron Williams, assistant director of KVAAP, and Jeff Stone, a pathway advisor in Student Development Services. Hats off to Williams and Stone for their work with the study tables. According to SDS, below are some points of pride from Fall 2024:
  • Average GPA for all five athletic Teams was 3.02
  • Average student-athlete GPA was 3.04
  • Highest men�s basketball GPA in over 10 years: 3.2
  • 65% or two-thirds of our current student-athletes finished with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
 
  what's happening at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. the kalamazoo valley museum is operated by kalamazoo valley community college and is governed by its board of trustees.

The image shows a series of three photos that appear to be from a community event at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. In the left image, there are people gathered in what looks like a lobby area with a stroller visible in the foreground. A woman in a red shirt appears to be at an information table or booth. The center image shows what appears to be a media interview setup with a camera on a tripod pointed at a woman in a red t-shirt standing in front of a backdrop with "RxKids" and "cradle" logos displayed. The right image shows a hallway or corridor with several people walking through, carrying bags and with a stroller visible. There are signs or banners visible along the walls. All three images seem to be capturing different aspects of the same community event or outreach program.
Museum Hosts Rx Kids Kickoff Event that Draws Hundreds
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum hosted the launch party for the local kickoff of Rx Kids from the Kalamazoo Community Foundation on Sunday, Feb. 23. Almost 440 community members attended, plus over 50 vendors and volunteers! Click here to see more photos. Eligible Kalamazoo expectant families receive up to $7,500 through baby�s first year of life under the program, which began in Flint and is now expanding into Kalamazoo. It is the country�s first citywide parent and infant cash program. Learn more here.
 
20th Kalamazoo Fretboard Festival at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum 2005 to 2025
Film About Fretboard Festival�s 20-Year History Screened March 2
See the 20-year story of Kalamazoo's Fretboard Festival through a documentary commissioned by the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. It will be shown for FREE on Sunday, March 2 at 1 p.m. at the museum. Hear from local area musicians and those in the music community who have been a part of the Fretboard Festival's celebration of the history, heritage and music of fretted instruments, along with the people who make and play them. The film will last 45 minutes. Tickets will be available on the day of the film screening at the museum's front desk. Return later in the month for this year�s Fretboard Festival on the evening of Friday, March 21, and all day on Saturday, March 22, which is also free. Visit kalamazoomuseum.org for details.
 
This image shows a vintage movie poster for "The 7th Voyage of Sinbad." The artwork features a dramatic, colorful illustration with the title text prominently displayed on a yellow/gold background in the lower right portion of the poster. The poster art depicts: A man and woman (presumably Sinbad and his companion) at the bottom of the image, looking concerned while behind a ship's wheel Various fantastical creatures throughout the scene, including: A blue/teal cyclops or monster on the left side A dragon or reptilian creature What appears to be a giant eagle or bird of prey on the right A skeleton figure and other action scenes in the center The title text reads: "THE 7th VOYAGE OF SINBAD" in stylized black lettering
See Three Iconic Stop-Motion Animation Movies for Free
Celebrate the legendary artistry of Ray Harryhausen, the master of stop-motion animation, at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum! Enjoy an enchanting series of FREE movie screenings featuring some of his iconic films. These screenings tie in with the traveling exhibit �Ray Harryhausen: Miniature Models of the Silver Screen,� currently on view at the museum through April 27. While there is no cost to see the films, tickets will only be available at noon on the day of each show at the front desk, or online at kalamazoomuseum.org. Due to limited seating, it is first come, first served. Here�s the lineup: Sunday, March 30, �The 7th Voyage of Sinbad�; April 6, �Jason and the Argonauts�; and April 13, �Clash of the Titans.� All showtimes are at 1 p.m. Guests are invited to return for a special in-depth panel discussion exploring Harryhausen�s enduring legacy led by Connor Heaney, curator for the Harryhausen Foundation, at 1 p.m. April 27.
 
Colorful Collections of the kalamazoo valley museum
Two New Fun Exhibits Highlight Items from the Museum�s Archives
Check out the new �Colorful Collections� and �The Art of Advertising� exhibits on view through Aug. 31! �Colorful Collections� features items from the Kalamazoo Valley Museum�s permanent collection displayed in a rainbow of hues. Delve into the color spectrum like never before as you enjoy some of the brightest and boldest examples from the KVM's collection. �The Art of Advertising� showcases nostalgic signs and advertisements from area businesses from the museum�s archives, offering up an eclectic mix of advertising paraphernalia from bygone eras.
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