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College Closed for Thanksgiving Recess

Kalamazoo Valley Instructor Finds Personal Milestone in New Silkworm Book

2025-26 Women's Basketball Season Cancelled

Congratulations, Graduates! Celebrate Commencement with us Dec. 14

Join Us for Our High School Art Contest at the CNM on Dec. 5

Visiting Writers Series: Ross Gay

Visiting Writers Series: Mary Hatch and Elizabeth Kerlikowske

Kalamazoo Valley Faculty and Staff Showcase Spotlights Everyday Creativity

Gradfest: Stop by For Commencement Tickets, $10 Off Regalia and More

Free Mental Health First Aid Training Offered Dec. 5

Kalamazoo Valley Creates: Community Haiku Project

Visiting Writers: Lyanda Lynn Haupt 

Valley Voices Story Hour: True Stories. On Stage.

Planning to Transfer? Learn More About Our Michigan Transfer Agreement

Connect with Transfer Colleges and Universities at Fall 2025 Transfer Tuesdays

Bronco Bound Events Return this Fall

Kalamazoo Valley to Launch Early Childhood Education Program in Fall 2026

Fast-Track Your Degree with Credit for Prior Learning

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Friday, November 28

12:00 am Thanksgiving Recess: College Closed

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Saturday, November 29

12:00 am Thanksgiving Recess: College Closed

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Sunday, November 30

12:00 am Thanksgiving Recess: College Closed

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Monday, December 01

9:00 am Budgeting and Financial Wellness

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Come learn tips on budgeting and financialwellness from financial experts with Advia Credit Union! Join us anytime from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Texas Township Campus in Room 4220.

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Tuesday, December 02

11:00 am Spirit Day

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Center for New Media, 100 E Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

Join Kalamazoo Valley's Spirit Day events to celebrate the end of the semester! Students can decorate ornaments and enjoy light refreshments. The festivities take place at the following locations:

  • Dec. 2 at the Center for New Media's Lower Level Lobby, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Dec. 3 at Anna Whitten Hall's Main Lobby, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Dec. 4 at the Texas Township Campus Cafeteria, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
For more information, email Miranda McDowell.

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5:00 pm Taps on Tuesday

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Culinary and Allied Health Building, 418 E Walnut St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

Join us for Taps on Tuesday from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Marilyn J. Schlack Culinary and Allied Health Building in downtown Kalamazoo. The happy hour-style event is hosted by our culinary and brewing students and staff. Enjoy student crafted beer and food pairings as well as appetizers and wine. To join the fun, simply walk-in, no reservations required.

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6:00 pm Discover Strengths

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Curious about your top strengths? Want to learn how to use your strengths to improve your academic performance, social interactions and future career prospects? The CliftonStrengths assessment can help! More than 1,000 colleges and universities use the assessment, and 700,000 students learn about their strengths annually. Come learn more about how CliftonStrengths can empower you. All students are welcome to attend this 30 minute session at 6 p.m. via Zoom. To learn more or to ask for the Zoom coordinates, email strengths@kvcc.edu.

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Wednesday, December 03

10:00 am Bronco Bound

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Are you interested in transferring to Western Michigan University after goal completion at Kalamazoo Valley? Admissions representatives from WMU will be at the Texas Township Campus to answer your questions and to assist you with the transfer application process. No appointment necessary!Whether you already know Western Michigan University is your choice, or you are still exploring all of your options, Bronco Bound is for you!Come connect with WMU advisors and admissions representatives to get all of your questions answered. Join us in the Cougar Cafe anytime from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information, contact Recruitment and Outreach CoordinatorMary Cox.

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11:00 am Gradfest

Where: Anna Whitten Hall, Kalamazoo Valley Community College - Arcadia Campus, 202 N Rose St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

Congratulations, graduates! Come celebrate your accomplishments at Gradfest, where you can pick up your commencement tickets, receive a discount on your cap and gown, decorate your cap, get FREE professional headshots, grab a snack and connect with representatives from the University Center. Join us at either of the two following dates:

  • Dec. 3 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Anna Whitten Hall Main Lobby in downtown Kalamazoo.
  • Dec. 4 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Texas Township Campus Cafeteria.

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11:00 am Spirit Day

Where: Anna Whitten Hall, Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Arcadia Campus, 202 N Rose St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

Join Kalamazoo Valley's Spirit Day events to celebrate the end of the semester! Students can decorate ornaments and enjoy light refreshments. The festivities take place at the following locations:

  • Dec. 2 at the Center for New Media's Lower Level Lobby, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Dec. 3 at Anna Whitten Hall's Main Lobby, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Dec. 4 at the Texas Township Campus Cafeteria, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
For more information, email Miranda McDowell.

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12:00 pm Workplace Knife Skills

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Culinary and Allied Health Building, 418 E Walnut St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

Join our team of culinary professionals at Kalamazoo Valley for an in-depth look at culinary tool and knife etiquette, standard techniques and best practices in the workplace. Whether you are just entering the workforce or looking for hands-on experience for professional development, our team will guide you through the essential tools and techniques used in the food and beverage service industry. The non-credit course only costs $30. Click here to learn more and to register.

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7:00 pm Campus Band Concert

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Campus Band will host its fall concert Dec. 3 at the Texas Township Campus in Dale B. Lake Auditorium at 7 p.m. All community members are welcome to attend.

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Thursday, December 04

10:00 am Gradfest

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Congratulations, graduates! Come celebrate your accomplishments at Gradfest, where you can pick up your commencement tickets, receive a discount on your cap and gown, decorate your cap, get FREE professional headshots, grab a snack and connect with representatives from the University Center. Join us at either of the two following dates:

  • Dec. 3 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Anna Whitten Hall Main Lobby in downtown Kalamazoo.
  • Dec. 4 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Texas Township Campus Cafeteria.

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11:00 am Spirit Day

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

Join Kalamazoo Valley's Spirit Day events to celebrate the end of the semester! Students can decorate ornaments and enjoy light refreshments. The festivities take place at the following locations:

  • Dec. 2 at the Center for New Media's Lower Level Lobby, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Dec. 3 at Anna Whitten Hall's Main Lobby, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Dec. 4 at the Texas Township Campus Cafeteria, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
For more information, email Miranda McDowell.

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12:30 pm Picture It!

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Center for New Media, 100 E Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

Not only will we talk about test anxiety and how we can reframe that stress, but we will also be decorating picture frames and taking photos to celebrate someone who supports you as we wrap up the semester. All students are welcome to attend this event hosted by Promise Services at the Center for New Media in downtown Kalamazoo. We'll be in Room 175 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Questions? Email promiseservices@kvcc.edu.

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2:00 pm Valley Food Share Distribution

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 W O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA

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.

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5:30 pm Spinach Three Ways Class

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Culinary Allied Health Building, 418 E Walnut St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

Did you know spinach and other dark leafy greens are rich in vitamin C -- and that vitamin C gives our immune systems a boost this time of year? Join Chef Leena Mergen as she showcases one healthy ingredient three delicious ways. These dishes will make nutritious additions to your holiday menus as well as dining delights all winter long. Supported by a team of Community Culinary and Nutrition chefs, Chef Leena will prepare her recipes while you watch and dine. Click here to register for this $30 non-credit course.

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