At Kalamazoo Valley Community College, it’s all about you. From academic and career advising to tutoring, mentoring, new or returning student orientation, Strengths, and more than 20 different clubs and activities, Student Development Services has something for everyone. Need a snack or personal hygiene item? We invite you to come to Student Development Services. Student success is the ultimate goal, and we're here to help.
Advising and Counseling
The Advising and Counseling team is ready to help you with course selection, career exploration, and Degree Works. For more information, call 269.488.4040 (TTC), 269.373.7800 (ACC), 269.548.3300 (BHLC) or email development@kvcc.edu. For personal counseling and social-emotional support, use the same phone numbers or email counseling@kvcc.edu.
Apprenticeships
An industry-driven, high quality career pathway where individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally-recognized credential. The Apprenticeship office assists companies with developing programs specific to their needs; advises employed apprentices on course selection, program policy, and completion; and provides information to students inquiring about apprenticeship opportunities in the skilled trades (electrical, welding, HVAC, EDMT).
For more information, call 269.488.4040 or email apprenticeships@kvcc.edu.
Kalamazoo Promise Services
Offers academic and student support to Kalamazoo Promise eligible students. Kalamazoo Promise services assists students in successfully completing their academic goals at Kalamazoo Valley and connects them with activities and programs in the community. Students can schedule recurring appointments to stay updated on their academic progress to help ensure successful goal completion.
For more information, call 269.488.4040 or email promiseservices@kvcc.edu.
Learning Center
Offers a variety of services to enhance student learning. One-on-one and group tutoring is available, as well as course-specific study groups and workshops. Tutors are available in writing, math, science, foreign language, and business classes and other academic areas both on a drop-in basis and by appointment.
For more information, call 269.488.4397 or email learningcenter@kvcc.edu.
Library Services
The Kalamazoo Valley libraries provide research support to students, offering classroom instruction, database assistance, and citation training. Both the Texas Township Campus and Arcadia Commons Campus libraries feature computer work stations, scanners, copiers, and printers. The Texas Township library has study rooms available. The Library also provides free access to some required course materials, such as textbooks and digital cameras, through Course Reserves.
For more information, call 269.488.4328 (TTC) or 269.373.7848 (ACC).
Office for Student Access
Provides accessibility and accommodations through advising, course selection, counseling, and advocacy to empower students with learning barriers or disabilities.
For more information, call 269.488.4397, TTD 269.488.4358, or email studentaccess@kvcc.edu.
Prior Learning Assessment
PLA is the evaluation and assessment of an individual's life learning for college credit, such as education acquired through workplace training, seminars, certificate/license completion, and/or military service. The PLA office will provide consultation and resources for prior learning credits.
For more information, call 269.488.4040 or email development@kvcc.edu.
Recruitment and Outreach
Our team is available to assist new, returning, and prospective students with campus tours, and enrollment information. We are excited to share the Kalamazoo Valley community with you. From Adult Learner workshops to on-site recruitment and orientation events, our team is here to help.
For more information or to set up a tour of one of our four campuses, call 269.488.4303 or email enrollment@kvcc.edu.
Student Employment Services
Offers assistance with resume writing, cover letters, interviewing, and employment opportunities. Collaborates with local employers for campus recruiting and pathway specific career information.
For more information, call 269.488.4040 or email careercenter@kvcc.edu.
Student Internships
Coordinates on-the-job learning experiences with organizations for students seeking an internship. Internships are designed to provide students with the opportunity to apply knowledge gained in the classroom in a work environment and receive college credit for it. Internships may be paid or unpaid. In some cases, for students currently working in a job related to their program of study, the job may be approved as an internship experience.
For more information, call 269.488.4040 or email internships@kvcc.edu.
Student Organizations and Activities
Get connected and experience college outside of the classroom through Student Organizations and Activities. With more than 20 student organizations on campus, including Soccer Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Valley Future Educators Club, and Dance Club, students are encouraged to join an existing organization or start one of their own.
For more information, call 269.488.4040 or email development@kvcc.edu.
Testing Services
Administers tests including placement tests, makeup exams, online testing, exams for college credit, and an assortment of nationally recognized assessments in a comfortable, secure environment with flexible hours. The Testing Center can be used as an alternative to traditional classroom testing with instructor permission.
For more information, call 269.488.4235 (TTC), 269.373.7836 (ACC), or email testcenter@kvcc.edu.
Veteran Services
Serves as the central point of contact for students who have served, or are actively serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Facilitates access to college and community resources as well as a student’s transition to Kalamazoo Valley. A veteran lounge provides a space for student veterans to study, connect, relax, and access veteran-specific resources.
For more information, call 269.488.4970 or email veterans@kvcc.edu.