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Wednesday, February 11

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? Whether you already know Western Michigan University is your choice, or 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. No appointment necessary! Stop by the transfer resource tables in the Cougar Cafe anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

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11:00 am EmployU Workshop

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EmployU Workshops are virtual events designed to give students knowledge and skills to propel them in their careers and employment journeys. Topics include job searching, resumes, portfolios, employer spotlights, interviewing and more. These informal discussions are open to all students and offer plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Join us on Zoom from 11 a.m. - noon or from 6 - 7 p.m. To pre-register and to get a link to join, email careercenter@kvcc.edu.

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3:30 pm Health Careers Speed Mentoring

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

Join us for this networking and informational opportunity for students completing prerequisites for a health careers program or considering a switch into the field. Participants will meet with industry professionals and Kalamazoo Valley faculty to learn about career options and how to prepare for success as a health careers student.

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6:00 pm EmployU Workshop

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EmployU Workshops are virtual events designed to give students knowledge and skills to propel them in their careers and employment journeys. Topics include job searching, resumes, portfolios, employer spotlights, interviewing and more. These informal discussions are open to all students and offer plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Join us on Zoom from 11 a.m. - noon or from 6 - 7 p.m. To pre-register and to get a link to join, emailcareercenter@kvcc.edu.

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7:30 pm Men's Basketball Game

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

Join us at the Texas Township Campus in the Main Gym, Room 6100, and cheer on our home team as they take on Kellogg Community College.

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Thursday, February 12

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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3:00 pm Winter 2026 FAFSA Night

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

Completing your Free Application for Federal Student aid (FAFSA) gives you access to lots of different types of financial aid. Have questions? We're here to help! Join us for an evening focused on how to pay for college and completing the FAFSA. Learn about financial aid options, scholarships, grants and loans. Participants can also get step-by-step help filling out the FAFSA. Financial aid experts will be available to answer questions and provide personalized assistance. Join us at our Texas Township Campus in Room 4240 anytime from 3 - 7 p.m. Click here to RSVP.

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Friday, February 13

10:00 am Visiting Writers Book Talk

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

Join us in the TTC library for an informal discussion of books by our visiting writers. Open to students, faculty and staff.

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4:00 pm Food Smarts for Kids

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

This flexible, evidence-based, learner-centered curriculum taught by William Barrett is designed for leading nutrition education group workshops with kids. The interactive activities support children's food and nutrition literacy, nutrition security and their adoption of healthy dietary and lifestyle habits. Click here to learn more and to register. For more information, call 269-353-1253 or email grovescenter@kvcc.edu.

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5:30 pm Introduction to Papermaking

Where: Food Innovation Center, 224 E Crosstown Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI 49001, USA

In this introductory course, you will learn the basic techniques of hand papermaking, including pulp preparation, sheet forming, couching, pressing and drying. We will go over a brief history of papermaking, and each student will learn how to make their own DIY mould and deckle. The non-credit course is only $30! Click here to learn more and to register.

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Saturday, February 14

3:00 pm Men's Basketball Game

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

Join us at the Texas Township Campus in the Main Gym, Room 6100, and cheer on our home team as they take on Southwestern Michigan College.

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Sunday, February 15

12:00 am Summer 2026 RN Completion AAS Program Application Opens

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The Summer 2026 RN Completion AAS Program's application period is Feb. 15 - 28. For more information, email nursing@kvcc.edu.

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Monday, February 16

1:00 pm Valley Future Educators' Club

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

Are you someone considering a future in education? Join students and faculty mentors at our monthly meeting. Come visit with other future educators, share teaching ideas, learn about important topics affecting students and our future profession, eat snacks and hang-out with other positive, forward-thinking students! Join us from 1-2 p.m. at the Texas Township Campus. Note that the room number for this meeting is currently TBD. For more information, contact Club Advisor Cheryl Almeda atcalmeda@kvcc.edu.

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4:00 pm Food Smarts for Adults

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

This flexible, evidence-based nutrition curriculum is designed for leading nutrition education group workshops with adults. The interactive, learner-centered activities and discussions led by instructor William Barrett support participants' food and nutrition literacy, nutrition security and adoption of healthy dietary and lifestyle habits. Click hereto learn more and to register. For more information, call 269-353-1253 or emailgrovescenter@kvcc.edu.

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Tuesday, February 17

11:00 am Halfway and Holding On

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

Celebrate the halfway point of the semester and hold on to the memories! Come create your own personalized magnets to remember your time at Kalamazoo Valley Community College and enjoy FREE refreshments!Take part in the fun on any of the following dates:

  • Feb. 17 at the Center for New Media's Lower Level Lobby, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Feb. 18 at Anna Whitten Hall's Main Lobby, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Feb. 19 at the Texas Township Campus Cafeteria, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
For more information, email Miranda McDowell.

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11:00 am Nursing Program Job Fair

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

Come and meet representatives from employers in the nursing industry, including hospitals, care facilities, health centers, home care services and representatives from volunteer services. Join us in Room 223 at the Marylin J. Schlack Culinary and Allied Health Building in downtown Kalamazoo. Plus, receive resume writing assistance in Room 225 with Workforce Coordinator Mary McConnell. For more information, contact Villo Denke-Zomer at vdenkezomer@kvcc.edu.

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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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5:30 pm Healthy On a Budget

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

Eating healthy isn't always easy, and food never gets cheaper, especially if you're on a budget. Culinary and nutrition experts at Kalamazoo Valley are here to help! Join instructor William Barrett to learn how the professionals avoid waste, expand meals with simple ingredients and save money while shopping. Join a virtual supermarket tour, taste test dishes made with expensive vs. affordable ingredients and learn about simple tools and methodology to assist in your culinary journey. Clickhereto register. For more information, call 269.353.1253 or emailgrovescenter@kvcc.edu.

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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 via Zoom. To learn more or to request the Zoom link to join, email strengths@kvcc.edu.

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