Our work requires a great investment of skill, talent, time and energy. We have come through an amazing year together
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MISSION STATEMENT Kalamazoo Valley Community College creates innovative and equitable
opportunities that empower all to learn, grow and thrive.
July 18, 2022
Greetings!
Our work requires a great investment of skill, talent, time and energy. We have come through an amazing year together and now as we look toward the end of the summer semester, we can pause and reflect on this amazing year. As a part of this reflection, I hope that you will be able to take some time away from your work to truly rest and recharge.
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 that your efforts are deeply appreciated and that together we are making the college a better place for all to learn, grow and thrive.
Thank you.
L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D.
President
Orientation Help Needed! Increasing enrollment and improving retention are the college's top priorities. As employees of the college, everyone must do their part to attract and retain students. Volunteering your time to share your enthusiasm and knowledge of Kalamazoo Valley is one very easy way to do your part.
There are more than 20 New Student Orientations that will take place between now and September. Everyone - administrators, faculty and staff - are asked to volunteer. Orientation is often the first impression we will make as a college community to engage and inspire our students by demonstrating our unified commitment to students. It's a very small time commitment that, statistics show, can greatly impact a student's success in college. Volunteers are needed for a variety of positions. Training will be provided.
To volunteer for orientation contact Coty Dunten at cdunten@kvcc.edu
Thank you for your commitment to our students. Euchre Meet Up: Whether you're a reigning Euchre champ or are interested in learning the card game, please join us in a friendly game of Euchre. There are now two opportunities to play!
12 - 1 p.m. | TTC, first Thursday of every month.
Email Julia Fedeson at jfedeson@kvcc.edu if you would like to join and she'll send updates and location information.
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. | TTC cafeteria, second Tuesday of every month with an appetizer potluck.
Connect with Bethann Talsma at btalsma@kvcc.edu for more information for after work Euchre. LGBTQ+ Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Workshop Wednesday, July 20 | 1 p.m. in Room 128 at Anna Whitten Hall
This workshop will focus on the basics of LGBTQ+, including aspects of our Pronouns/de?nitions workshop. We will also look at our conscious and unconscious biases. This session will provide KVCC with tools to create a more open and affirming workplace/school and ensure KVCC is a "Safe Space" for LGBTQ+ students & staff and will provide participants with knowledge and cultural competency to better work with and serve LBGTQ+ populations. Contact Trice Batson, tbatson@kvcc.edu, to register.
Subway is making it easier to order with a new order by number system, The Subway Series.
The Subway Series is a new menu of 12 sandwiches that deliver flavor combinations that you will love. Stop by Subway, in the Cougar Cafe, to try out the new menu.
Cheesesteaks
The Philly
The Outlaw
The Monster
Italianos
Supreme Meats
Bella Mozza
The Boss
Chicken
The Mexicali
The Great Garlic
The Champ
Clubs
All American Club
Subway Club
Turkey Cali Club
Styrofoam Recycling Event Planned for July 23 In cooperation with Dart Container Corporation, Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Sustainability Committee will be hosting a Styrofoam recycling event at the Texas Township Campus Saturday, July 23 from 12 - 3 p.m. All are welcome to attend. A large trailer will be placed in the main parking lot near the flagpole entrance for collection. Accepted foam must have the number *6* symbol (typically located on the underside) and food service containers must be rinsed and wiped. For more information, call 269.488.4540 or email facilities@kvcc.edu.
August 2022 Latino Artist Exhibit Entries for the Latino Artists Exhibit, an Art Hop and community art exhibit, showcasing the fine artwork of local Latino artists are due by July 29, 2022.
The show opens on Aug. 5 at 5:30 p.m. at the Center for New Media. This is a collaborative show between the Center for New Media and El Concilio, which is the Hispanic American Council of Kalamazoo. The event will premiere from 5:30 - 8 p.m. during the Aug. 5 Art Hop and will be open on Aug. 6 to coincide with the Latino Summer festival in Bronson Park in downtown Kalamazoo. Physical submissions will be accepted Monday - Thursday between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the center doors of the Center for New Media. Contact Cindy Parks at 269.373.7881 to schedule a time for delivery.
Call for Proposals The Fall 2022 Summit is set for Wednesday, Aug. 31 and Thursday, Sept. 1. Please consider sharing your expertise and talents with the greater Kalamazoo Valley team. The theme "Compassionate Community" will be continued into the 2022-23 academic year.
Submit your proposal for a 50-minute in-person breakout session by Aug. 1. Simply fill out this survey to submit your idea.
How can you take advantage of this opportunity?
Promote your program to an audience of staff, faculty and administrators
Engage employees in a discussion on a topic that matters to you and to the college
Bring people together through a team-building exercise
Register Now for Charity Walk Current and former PTK members are invited to participate in the inaugural PTK Charity Walk. Bring your friends and family and help us raise money for Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes on Aug. 11 at 6:30 p.m. on the Texas Township Campus. Register for just $20 at www.kvcc.edu/ptk. Registration includes a commemorative t-shirt. All money raised will be donated.
Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers are needed to support college enrollment efforts at the LatinX Festival. The festival takes place Aug. 20 in Bronson Park. Volunteers are needed between 3 - 8 p.m. Click here to sign up!
Kalamazoo Valley Libraries:
Research and Citation Help, Course Reserves, Summer Book Display and Database Spotlight The Kalamazoo Valley Libraries at the Texas Township Campus and at Anna Whitten Hall are open and available to support you and your students this summer. We are offering a mix of in-person and online services including reserve materials and reference assistance.
Research & Citation Help
If your students need help finding or citing sources for class projects, the libraries have multiple ways to assist them. They may visit us in person to talk to one of our reference librarians. From off campus, students can call or email us. Zoom appointments are available on request. For assistance during non-business hours, the Ask a Librarian 24/7 Chat is always available.
Course Reserves
Textbooks and other course materials are placed on reserve each semester at the request of faculty and students. Instructors may submit personal copies for the reserve collection, or request a library purchase for reserve. Most reserve requests for library purchase are approved, although we suggest submitting your request before the start of the semester to provide us purchasing and processing time.
For more information on course reserves, including a list of all items currently on reserve, visit the library's Course Reserve Guide.
To reserve materials for your course, contact Ashley (TTC) at extension 4313 or abergkamp@kvcc.edu or Franki (ACC) at extension 7848 or fhand@kvcc.edu.
Summer Book Display
No travel plans this summer? No problem. You don't need a plane ticket to travel. Use a book to see the world. Stop into the TTC Library on the lower level and check out our new book display featuring stories set in other countries.
Database Spotlight
Students and staff can explore a huge collection of resources to aid their careers in this issue's featured database. Specific occupation details can be browsed, as well as which professions are most in demand. Vocational tests are available to help find careers which match individual tastes and abilities. Job seekers can find positions and internships, and get advice to write resumes and job letters or prepare for interviews. A library of video courses on basic computer skills and popular software applications is also included. Users can study for career entrance tests in many fields including health care and teaching, or even prepare for a driver's license exam. Find all these resources and much more in LearningExpress Library: Careers or browse everything occupational on our Career Information Databases page. If you ever need help navigating our databases, our friendly library staff are glad to help.
Video Highlights Role of Respiratory Therapists The Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care is committed to building awareness of the shortage of respiratory therapists and educators in the field. On the MoreRTs.com website, videos have been added to highlight how respiratory therapists greatly impact patients' lives.
A special TV spot has been developed to promote the organization's efforts - featuring Brianna Collichio, a cystic fibrosis patient with an unstoppable dream to sing, and her inspiring story about the role respiratory therapy played in making her dream come true. Watch the video and share it.
Read or watch the longer version of Briana's story here. We need you to help us share all our stories. If you have a patient or RT story to suggest, contact www.morerts.com/contact/.
