Celebrate the New School Year at Vibe Fest

Kalamazoo Valley is ready to usher in the new academic year with "good vibes only" during Vibe Fest 2024. Events and festivities take place Sept. 10 and 11 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Anna Whitten Hall and the Texas Township Campus. The celebrations mark the start of fall semester on Sept. 4. During Vibe Fest, students can get connected with resources for success as well as network and enjoy good vibes and fun. Vibe Fest takes place:

• Sept. 10, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Anna Whitten Hall
• Sept. 11, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Texas Township Campus

"Vibe Fest is a great way to kick-off the school year, not only for students, but also for staff and faculty," said Nkenge Bergan, Kalamazoo Valley associate vice president for student development services. "It's a great way to see one another after a long summer. We will have a special visit from our mascot as well as a wide variety of vendors who can connect students to support and resources to help them succeed throughout the school year."

Vibe Fest 2024 will feature a number of vendors such as credit unions, financial support services, childcare resources and dispute resolution centers. Celebrations will include giveaways, such as college swag and apparel, free food, as well as live DJ music.