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College, WMU, K Promise Receive $620,000 Grant

Museum Offers Free Activities After Kalamazoo's Nov. 23 Holiday Parade

Gradfest Scheduled for Dec. 4, 5

Campus Band to Hold Winter Concert

Global Gratitude Dinner: An International Thanksgiving Celebration

MIPSA Award Recognizes Kalamazoo Valley Honors Program Students

College Closing Protocols

PTK Celebrates Fall 2024 Induction

Kalamazoo Valley Announces New Shuttle Service

Connect with Colleges and Universities at Fall 2024 Transfer Tuesdays

Interested in Transferring to WMU? Join us for Fall 2024 Western Wednesdays

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Tuesday, November 19

6:30 pm The Honorable Harvest Lecture Series

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

In her book Braiding Sweetgrass, Kalamazoo Valley's Visiting Writers series author Robin Wall Kimmerer describes the Indigenous principles and practices of the Honorable Harvest, which asks us to give back in reciprocity for what we have been given. This lecture series explores ways we can come together to nurture and restore the Honorable Harvest in our communities and in our everyday lives. All programming is FREE and takes place in Room 223 at the Marilyn J. Schlack Culinary and Allied Health Building, 418 E. Walnut St., in downtown Kalamazoo. Clickhereto see the full schedule.

Arrive as early as 5 p.m. to enjoy Taps on Tuesday, a happy hour-style event hosted by Kalamazoo Valley's culinary and brewing departments Sept. 17 - Dec. 10 from 5 - 7 p.m. Taps on Tuesday will not be held on Oct. 29.

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Wednesday, November 20

10:00 am Western Wednesday

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? Would you like an opportunity to network with university representatives? If so, please join us for Western Wednesdays, where you can connect with advisors and admissions representatives from WMU. These free informative events are designed to prepare students for utilizing available transfer resources.

Join us at the Texas Township Campus in the Cafeteria's lower level from 10 a.m. - noon. To learn more, emailNkenge Berganor call 269.488.4040.

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1:00 pm EmployU Workshop - Employment 101

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EmployU will host a virtual session to discuss best ways to brand yourself with your resume, tips for job searching and career resources. This informal session will offer those attending opportunities to interact and ask questions. To register, email careercenter@kvcc.edu.

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Thursday, November 21

6:00 pm Global Gratitude Dinner: An International Thanksgiving Celebration

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

Students, faculty and staff are invited to enjoy a celebration of our international community through food and performance Thursday, Nov. 21 from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Marilyn J. Schlack Culinary and Allied Health Building in downtown Kalamazoo.

International students will showcase traditional vocal and instrumental performances throughout the night as we enjoy a meal together. Catering will be provided by Cairo's Kitchen, including vegetarian and halal options. Clickhereto learn more.

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Friday, November 22

3:30 pm Math Club Meeting

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

Did you know that Kalamazoo Valley has a Math Club? We'll have fun math activities and tutoring available for all mathematics levels each month this fall.The club meets at 3:30 p.m. in the lounge located near the Learning Center (Room 2220) at the Texas Township Campus. Questions? Learn more by emailing bkloosterma3302@mail.kvcc.edu or lwinch@kvcc.edu.

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5:00 pm International Trivia & Game Night

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

This event is open to all students who are interested in exploring culture through traditional games, as well as playing some classic boardgames and video games.Participate in a trivia game for a chance to win prizes. Or just come to hang out, listen to music, enjoy some goodies and socialize with our international community. Snacks and dessert will be served. Join us at the Texas Township Campus in Room 4240.

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Saturday, November 23

1:00 pm North Pole Adventures

Where: Kalamazoo Valley Museum, 230 N Rose St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

The Kalamazoo Valley Museum invites the community to keep the festive mood going after the Nov. 23 Maple Hill Holiday Parade in downtown Kalamazoo: It's offering FREE holiday-themed hands-on crafts, activities and planetarium shows! The family-friendly North Pole Adventures event is suitable for all ages.

Patrons will have a chance to create handmade seasonal treasures, as well as compete in Reindeer Games, from 1 to 3 p.m. Guests can also enjoy Let It Snow, a full-dome video show choreographed to holiday music in the planetarium. Showtimes are noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Clickhereto learn more.

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Monday, November 25

2:00 pm Thanksgiving Valley Food Share Distribution

Where: Food Innovation Center, 224 E Crosstown Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI 49001, 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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Tuesday, November 26

12:00 am Fall 2024 First 12-Week Classes End

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2:00 pm Thanksgiving 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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4:00 pm Harry Potter Club

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

Would you have loved to get your Hogwarts letter when you turned 11? If so, then this club is for you! Club activities include creating Harry Potter themed crafts, playing Quidditch, discussing theories, Tri-Wizard Tournaments and so much more. Join us at 4 p.m. in Room 4230 located at the Texas Township Campus. Please take the Harry Potter house quiz athttps://www.harrypotter.com/sorting-hatbefore you come, and email your results to Ariana Schultz at aschults1564@mail.kvcc.edu.

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4:30 pm FAFSA® Night

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

Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Student Financial Services Office is hosting several FAFSA® Nights to assist families in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Staff will be available to answer questions.

Students do not need to be attending Kalamazoo Valley to receive assistance in completing the FAFSA®. If you have questions or need help, stop by the Student Financial Services Office every Tuesday between 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Room 9210 at the Texas Township Campus.

For more information, email finaid@kvcc.edu.

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