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June 30, 2025
Greetings students!
You can do this; the end of the summer semester is in sight! I urge you to stay focused on completing your studies so that you can achieve your goals. If you need assistance, reach out to student services.
Every dream and important goal is achieved by consistent, small steps. Your assignments in your classes add up to mastery of important skills that you will need in the future. Stay consistent and tackle each of these challenges with your dreams and goals in your thoughts. Keeping the big picture in mind can help you feel motivated when you�re managing school and life�s other challenges.
We applaud your determination and will continue to do all we can to help you be successful.
Sincerely,
L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D.
President
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.
Front Row (L to R): Instructor Lief Doezema, students Benjamin Smeltzer, Levi Zoller, Lucas Lockner, Garin Farrell and Instructional Manager Hannah Higgins. Back Row (L to R): Students Ian (Mel) Coash, Alexander DeGraff, Zachary Webb, Anders Zimmerman, Evan Clark and Michael Van Duine
Wind Turbine Technician Academy Celebrates 31st Graduating Class
Congratulations to the newest graduates of Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Wind Turbine Technician Academy. The academy�s 31st graduation ceremony took place June 20 at 11 a.m. at the college�s Groves Campus. The ceremony was hosted by Ian Salo, director of energy and technical career training programs, and included remarks from Terry Plemmons Jr. from NextEra Energy. Click here to learn more and here to see pictures from the graduation ceremony.
Feeling Creative?
Enjoy drawing, painting or creating comics? Stop by the Kalamazoo Valley Bookstore to find a wide variety of art supplies at great prices! We carry Winsor Newton, Strathmore, Micron, Lyra, Copic and so much more! Whether it�s painting �plein air,� illustrating some incredible Manga adventure or just sketching for pleasure, you�ll be sure to find inspiration on our shelves. Art supplies also make great gifts! Come on in or check us out online at bookstore.kvcc.edu.
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
TTC Library Open House: July 2, 2025
Visit the Library and Learning Center Open House on Wednesday, July 2, from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Explore our spaces, meet our staff, enjoy some snacks and learn to make origami corner-hugger bookmarks!
New! Citation Walkthrough Videos
Need a crash course in citation you can pause, rewind and review as needed? Our new Citation Walkthrough Videos teach how to cite in MLA and APA formats step-by-step.
- The MLA and APA How to Cite Anything: Detailed Citation Walkthrough videos break down the process of creating complete citations for the References or Works Cited page of your paper.
- The corresponding In-Text Citation walkthroughs show how to properly refer to the detailed citation lists as you write your paper in either format.
- Together, these brief tutorials help you avoid plagiarism and develop crucial academic communication skills.
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. Turn in a completed bookmark to enter the prize drawing and earn a summer reading pin.
Need Help Now? Ask a Librarian
Librarians can answer your questions about research and citation. Visit us, schedule ahead or use our 24/7 chat service.
- Getting started with research
- Finding �scholarly� or �peer reviewed� articles or books
- Citing sources in MLA or APA
Ask a Librarian
Did you know that librarians can help with research and citation? Evaluating information? Or finding a book on a topic of interest? Ask a Librarian!
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 six - 12, while the volleyball camp is open to grades four - 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.
Free Wallace & Gromit-Themed Summer Programming
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�: Shear 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.
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. From now through 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.
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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