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July 14, 2025
Greetings students!
Pursuing your educational goals requires a great investment of talent, time and energy. Many of you juggle multiple commitments in addition to college, including jobs, parenthood and the care of family members or friends.
We know that your life is busy. At the same time, summer can provide a season for rest and relaxation. I hope that you will be able to take some time away from your many responsibilities to truly rest and recharge in the coming weeks.
I have found that time away from the office, classroom and day-to-day activities allows me to reflect on accomplishments and plan for the future. However you plan to rest and recharge this summer, please know it is worth the effort.
We wish you much continued success.
Sincerely,
L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D.
President
Important Upcoming Dates
- Payment for early fall registration is due Monday, July 14 by 7 p.m. If payment or payment arrangements are not made, classes will be dropped.
- Registration will be closed for non-payment cancellations July 14, 7 p.m. - July 17, 7 a.m. Beginning July 17, classes that are not paid for, on a payment plan, covered by financial aid or covered by a third-party will be dropped after five business days.
New Online Financial Aid Portal Now Available
What is Financial Aid Self-Service?
Banner Financial Aid Self-Service is a new online portal that provides each student with real-time financial aid information.
In this portal, you can:
- View your financial aid status and requirements
- Accept or decline awards
- Monitor Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
- Access notifications and messages
- Access general links
Accessing Financial Aid Self-Service
1. Log in to MyValley using your single sign-on credentials
2. Under the "Tuition & Financial Aid" section, click on the "Financial Aid Self-Service" link.
Home
Once logged in, you'll see the "Financial Aid" home page. This section provides a dashboard overview of your financial aid status, holds and special messages for individual award years at Kalamazoo Valley.
For more information, click here. If you have questions, please email finaid@kvcc.edu.
Message from Public Safety
High temperatures can lead to heat-related illnesses and injuries like heat stroke, heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Kalamazoo Valley Community College Public Safety recommends the following if you are outside for extended periods of time:
- Check the weather and wear proper clothing.
- Wear sunscreen and hats to protect you from the sun.
- Hydrate often.
- Plan for breaks often and follow the buddy system for your co-workers.
If you or someone else is having a heat related illness, call 911 or Kalamazoo Valley Community College Public Safety at 269.488.4911. For more information, click here.
Inaugural Student Success Breakfast was a Success
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the inaugural Student Success Breakfast on June 19! It was standing-room only! We loved connecting with you and hearing about your Kalamazoo Valley experience. This event was all about you � sharing your voice with us, accessing helpful resources and meeting the faculty and staff who are here to support your success every step of the way. Watch for details for the next Student Success Breakfast in the fall. It is expected to take place in early October at both the Texas Township Campus and at Anna Whitten Hall in downtown Kalamazoo.
Student Spotlight: Tyesha Powe
Meet Tyesha Powe, a current KVAAP student pursuing an associate degree in psychology. Her academic journey began in general studies and she explored several different programs before discovering her true passion � understanding people and building interpersonal connections through psychology.
She appreciates that KVAAP gave her the opportunity to explore different academic pathways with the support and guidance of her advisor. She describes KVAAP as �a program that encourages students to take bold steps in their education, transform those risks into opportunities and helps students bring their dreams to life.�
Outside the classroom, Powe is deeply committed to giving back. Over the past 15 years, she has volunteered at more than 300 events with various organizations, demonstrating her unwavering dedication to community service.
Upcoming KVAAP Info Sessions
Students can attend these information sessions via a Zoom meeting link that will be sent to them upon signing up. These sessions will explain how KVAAP can assist students with achieving their educational goals. Interested students can register here.
- Thursday, July 24 | 3:30 p.m.
- Monday, July 28 | 1:30 p.m.
July Special! 40% Off Hydro Flask Water Bottles!
Get 40% off any Hydro Flask water bottle at the Texas Township Campus Bookstore for the entire month of July! Stay hydrated this summer with a new Hydro Flask water bottle � healthy for you AND the planet. Shop in store or online at bookstore.kvcc.edu. No promo code needed.
Time for 20% Off Tuesday on July 29 at the Bookstore!
Don't miss the great deal in the Bookstore on Tuesday, July 29! Get 20% OFF! It�s a STANDING discount on the LAST Tuesday of every month at the Texas Township Campus Bookstore. Have your eye on something? Now�s the time to buy it! The Bookstore's summer hours are Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Promotion excludes electronics, food and course materials. Discount applies to in-store purchases only.
Food Service on Campus
Looking for a quick snack or something for lunch while on the Texas Township Campus? The Cougar Cafe offers a wide variety of grab-and-go items, including sandwiches, salads, pizza and soup. Subway is also located inside the Cougar Cafe. The Cougar Cafe on the Texas Township Campus is open Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., serving breakfast items from 7:30 - 10 a.m.
News from the Libraries
Summer Reading Challenge
Read five books from five categories by the end of the summer for a chance to win a prize! Stop by the libraries for a Summer Reading Challenge bookmark to track your progress, plus check out our book display online or in person for recommendations on what to read. Return your completed bookmark to the Summer Reading Challenge drop box to enter the prize drawing and earn a summer reading pin.
The Libraries Have a Database for That�
The Libraries subscribe to over 100 databases (searchable online collections of articles) so that you have access to high quality information for free. If you have a research project of any kind, chances are we have a database for that.
Ask a Librarian
Need help using a database? Evaluating information? Or finding a book on a topic of interest? Ask a Librarian
Innovative Group Sketching Events Held at the Museum this Summer!
Calling all artists and those who desire to be! The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is hosting a series of group sketching events like none other on Friday afternoons this summer � all for free! No registration or ticket is needed. The �Illustrated Muse(ings)� sessions take place Fridays, July 18, July 25 and Aug. 1, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Bring your sketchbook or drawing tablet for an energizing hour of drawing musicians or dancers, and sometimes both! The program will be led by the artists of Kalamazoo Valley Community College�s Center for New Media and the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. Seating will be on a first come, first served basis, as space is limited in the museum�s Mary Jane Stryker Theater. Learn more at kalamazoomuseum.org.
New! QR Codes Allow Museum Visitors to Enjoy Music, Poetry at Exhibits
Kalamazoo Valley Museum patrons can now hear original music and poetry custom tailored for first-floor exhibits thanks to an exciting partnership with the local arts community! Simply scan the QR codes at each exhibit with your personal device to enjoy works inspired by objects in the installation on display. �The Ripple Effect� project is a collaboration with the Friends of Poetry, Connecting Chords Music Festival and the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo. Visit kalamazoomuseum.org and search �The Ripple Effect� for more information. Admission is free to the exhibits and the museum.
Last Chance for Wallace & Gromit-Themed Summer Program
Only two more Thursdays are left in the Kalamazoo Valley Museum�s free hands-on summer program centered around the beloved claymation characters of Wallace, Gromit and Shaun the Sheep from the TV, film and book series. Activities will be offered Thursdays, July 17 and July 24, from 1 to 3 p.m. Registration is not required. The museum�s �Inventive Adventures� summer break program is inspired by the museum�s new traveling exhibit, �Wallace & Gromit� and Shaun the Sheep�: Shear Genius!� Designed for children ages three through nine, the exhibit encourages playfully solving STEM-based and social-emotional problems in fun and engaging ways. The exhibit runs now through Aug. 31. Find more details at kalamazoomuseum.org. Watch for exhibit promo video here.
Enjoy Free Rain Garden Tours Wednesdays and Saturdays
Take a free guided tour of the Kalamazoo Valley Museum�s rain garden to learn how such gardens play a vital role in improving water quality and supporting local wildlife. From now until Aug. 30, tours will take place every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and every Wednesday at the same times. These family-friendly tours last about 20 to 25 minutes. Register now online at kalamazoomuseum.org, or sign up on the day of at the front desk.
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