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InFocus: news for the kalamazoo valley community college students
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Kalamazoo Valley Community College creates innovative and equitable
opportunities that empower all to learn, grow and thrive.
June 2, 2025

Greetings students!

I hope that you are finding time to enjoy all that the summer season has to offer. At the same time, I encourage you to focus on your studies. If you need assistance to complete the semester successfully, we have services available to help you. For example, if you need assistance with math and writing, I encourage you to access drop-in tutoring services. We offer both in-person and virtual tutoring sessions.

Course-specific tutoring is available in ASL, biology, chemistry, CIS, geo sciences, history, physics, political science and Spanish. To schedule an appointment, please email learningcenter@kvcc.edu or call 269.488.4397. For more information about our friendly in-person and online tutoring, click here.

Of course, your instructors are also excellent resources. They are available during their office hours to help you with questions. If you need other forms of help - ranging from obtaining food assistance, to laying out your course schedule, to planning your future -   the team members at Student Development Services are ready to lend expertise and a listening ear. Call 269.488.4040 to schedule an appointment.

We are delighted that you have chosen Kalamazoo Valley Community College for your summer coursework. We continue to be dedicated to your success and are standing by to help you achieve your goals.

Sincerely,

signature: L. Marshall Washington
L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D.
President

save the date
Flyer for the “Student Success Breakfast” at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Large text reads: “What’s on your mind? Tell us at the Student Success Breakfast.” Event is open to all students and no registration is required. It will be held on Thursday, June 19, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in Room 4240 at the Texas Township Campus. The flyer encourages students to share feedback about their experiences—both challenges and successes—with campus staff, and to connect with campus support services and resources. Design features bold black and yellow colors with speech bubble and quotation mark graphics. Kalamazoo Valley logo appears at the bottom.
admissions, registration, and records

Important Upcoming Dates

You may drop or withdraw from classes using the self-service registration feature in MyValley. Watch our how to video to learn how this is accomplished. You may also drop classes in person in the Admissions, Registration and Records office (Room 9140, TTC) or at the Student Service Center in Anna Whitten Hall on the Arcadia Commons Campus. Discontinuing class attendance and/or notifying the instructor is not an official drop. You must complete the paperwork or use the self-service feature. If you fail to officially drop a course, registration is continued until the end of class and the grade earned is recorded on your transcript. Discontinuing course attendance is a very important decision. We invite you to discuss this decision with your instructor, Student Development Services, Student Financial Services, the Learning Center and other resources available to you.

Informational flyer for "Bronco Bound Drop-In Transfer Resource Tables" by Western Michigan University (WMU). Hosted at Kalamazoo Valley Community College’s Texas Township Campus. WMU admissions representatives will be available to assist with transfer questions and applications. Event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Cougar Cafe on the following dates: June 10, July 15, and August 12. No appointment is necessary. For questions, contact Mary Cox at mcox@kvcc.edu. The flyer features WMU’s brown and gold logo and Kalamazoo Valley’s branding at the bottom
wellness and fitness center
Pool Closed June 2 - 3
The pool will be closed Monday, June 2 and Tuesday, June 3 for locker room repairs. The pool will reopen at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4.
center for new media
Promotional flyer for Kalamazoo Valley Community College’s Fourteenth Juried Alumni Art Show. Event takes place Friday, June 6, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Center for New Media and Arcus Gallery. The flyer features three artworks: a close-up photo of a bee flying near white blossoms, a colorful painting of red poppies with a mountain background, and a painting of turtles on a log. The flyer includes the web address: kvcc.edu/alumni/artshow and displays the Kalamazoo Valley Community College logo
The official kalamazoo valley community college cougar bookstore
Wide photo collage of the Kalamazoo Valley Community College campus bookstore exterior, shown from three angles. The storefront features brick walls, large black-framed windows, and blue window decals with the white "KV" logo. Full-length images of diverse KVCC students are displayed on the window panels, promoting school spirit. One panel includes the website "bookstore.kvcc.edu" and summer hours listed as Monday to Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. A folding sign labeled “Bookstore” is visible near the entrance
Bookstore Closed June 18 and 19 to Conduct Inventory
The Texas Township Bookstore will be closed Wednesday, June 18 and Thursday, June 19 to conduct inventory. It will reopen for normal business on Monday, June 23. Remember, you can shop online anytime at bookstore.kvcc.edu. Online orders may be picked up at TTC or the Anna Whitten Hall Library at the Arcadia Commons Campus in downtown Kalamazoo, or, if you prefer, shipped to you for $5.
 
Think of the Bookstore for Father�s Day Gifts
Father�s Day is coming up on June 15. The Texas Township Campus Bookstore has great gifts for Dad! There�s hoodies, Hydro Flask water bottles, beer mugs, hats and more. Come on in and look around, or check out the Bookstore website at bookstore.kvcc.edu.

cougar cafe
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. 
libraries
Summer Reading Challenge
Stop by the libraries for a Summer Reading Challenge bookmark to track your progress, plus check out our book display online or in person at the libraries for recommendations on what to read. Read five books from five categories by the end of the summer for a chance to win a prize! Turn in a completed bookmark to enter the prize drawing and earn a summer reading pin.
 
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 athletics
The Numbers Are In � Our Athletes are Scholars! Congratulations!
Did you know that 60% of Valley�s 78 student-athletes earned a 3.0 GPA or higher during the 2024 - 2025 academic year? That�s worth bragging about! Kudos to our students. Here�s how the numbers break down by sport. The first number listed is the total student-athletes on the team achieving this academic milestone, followed by the percentage that represents:
  • Baseball: 18 of 28 players, or 64%
  • Men�s basketball: Nine of 14 players, or 64%
  • Women�s basketball: Four of 12 players, or 33%
  • Softball: Eight of 12 players, or 66 percent
  • Volleyball: Eight of 12 players, or 66 percent
Summer Youth Sports Camps Registration Now Open
Attention parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and caregivers! Kalamazoo Valley Community College offers half-day summer youth sports camps at its Texas Township Campus. The boys and girls basketball, softball and baseball camps serve students entering grades 6 - 12, while the volleyball camp is open to grades 4 - 12. The four-day camps are in July (except the special baseball showcase, which is one full day on Aug. 4). To register, visit
athletics.kvcc.edu/camps, where you can find camp dates and descriptions, deadlines, fees and equipment requirements. A limited number of scholarships are available; contact Athletic Director Russ Panico at rpanico@kvcc.edu or 269.488.4393.
Flyer promoting Valley’s Tennis Club at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. The club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. through the summer semester at the Outdoor Tennis Courts on the Texas Township Campus (TTC). All skill levels are welcome. Some rackets are available, but participants are encouraged to bring their own rackets and water. For weather notifications or questions, contact club advisor Steve Ott at sott@kvcc.edu. Participation is weather permitting. Includes a graphic of a green tennis ball and stylized “Tennis Club” text. Kalamazoo Valley Community College logo is at the bottom
Flyer for “Discovering a Green Summer with Ms. Pat,” a culinary event hosted by Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Event takes place on Tuesday, June 24, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Room 107 of the Marilyn J. Schlack Culinary and Allied Health Building. Cost is $40. Participants will enjoy evening culinary strolls focused on discovering summer greens. Registration available at www.kvcc.edu/community. Contact: Charmelle Abdullah at cabdullah@kvcc.edu or 269-353-1268. Includes drawings of leafy greens and peaches, and a smiling portrait of Ms. Pat. QR code and Kalamazoo Valley logo at the bottom.



 Banner graphic reading “What’s Happening at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum.” The image includes the Kalamazoo Valley Museum logo with the "KV" in a blue circle and a tagline below stating that the museum is operated by Kalamazoo Valley Community College and governed by its board of trustees. To the left are three small images: a smiling couple, a modern building, and children observing an exhibit

Promotional graphic for the Juneteenth Black Film Festival at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum featuring a screening of the documentary Mr. SOUL! and a panel discussion. The event is free and takes place on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum, 230 N. Rose St. The film explores the first nationally broadcast all-Black variety show on public television. A panel with local Black creatives will follow, curated by Soul Artistry LLC. The image features a black-and-white photo of the show's host, with the text "Mr. SOUL!" in bold colorful letters. The event is hosted by Kalamazoo Valley Museum, operated by Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Promotional image for "Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep: Shear Genius!" exhibition or event. The image features claymation characters Wallace (a smiling man in a green vest), Gromit (a silent dog with a concerned expression), and Shaun the Sheep (a sheep with a confident stance and raised eyebrow). The title "Shear Genius!" is prominently displayed in large, bold blue letters with a light bulb icon symbolizing a bright idea. The background is white with yellow accents and cartoon-style effects
Free Wallace & Gromit-Themed Summer Program Begins June 19
Looking for free activities for a young child this summer? The Kalamazoo Valley Museum will be hosting hands-on fun centered around the beloved claymation characters of Wallace, Gromit and Shaun the Sheep from the TV, film and book series! Expect creativity, laughter and interactive exhibits, as kids embark on whimsical journeys with the animated characters. Activities will be offered every Thursday � June 19 through July 24 � from 1 to 3 p.m., except July 10, when the start time will be 11:30 a.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�: Sheer Genius!�

Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep Exhibit Now Open 
Step into the environments of Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep to explore their contraptions, antics and escapades through dramatic play and interactive opportunities, as part of a new traveling exhibit at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. Designed for children ages three through nine, the exhibit encourages playfully solving STEM-based and social-emotional problems in fun and engaging ways. �Wallace & Gromit� and Shaun the Sheep�: Shear Genius!� was created by Minnesota Children�s Museum and Aardman Animations� Limited � 2025. It runs now through Aug. 31. Find more details at kalamazoomuseum.org.

Outdoor garden area next to a red brick building with large rectangular windows. The garden is filled with a variety of tall green plants and neatly trimmed bushes. A concrete semi-circle sundial with hour markings is partially visible in the foreground, along with a large flowerpot containing colorful blooms. An informational sign on a black stand provides educational content about the garden. In the background, a multi-story building with arched windows is visible across the street

Enjoy Free Rain Garden Tours Wednesdays & 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. Beginning May 31, tours will take place every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and every Wednesday starting June 11 at the same times (no tours on Wednesday, June 4). These family-friendly tours will be available through Aug. 30. Each lasts about 20 to 25 minutes. Register now online at kalamazoomuseum.org, or sign up on the day of at the front desk.
 
colorful collections fo the kalamazoo valley museum

Two Fun Exhibits Highlight Items from the Museum�s Archives
Have you seen the new �Colorful Collections� and �The Art of Advertising� exhibits at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum? �Colorful Collections� features items from the Kalamazoo Valley Museum�s permanent collection displayed in a rainbow of hues. Delve into the color spectrum like never before as you enjoy some of the brightest and boldest examples from the KVM's collection. �The Art of Advertising� showcases nostalgic signs and advertisements from area businesses from the museum�s archives, offering up an eclectic mix of advertising paraphernalia from bygone eras. The exhibits will be on display until Aug. 31.


 
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6767 West O Avenue
PO Box 4070
Kalamazoo, MI 49003-4070
269.488.4400