This December, the Kalamazoo College community will come together for KConnect Week, a celebration of meaningful connections between students and alumni. One of the simplest ways to get involved is by hosting a Hornet Huddle. What is that? A short, one-on-one or small-group conversation with students who want to learn from your experience. No prep […]
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Homecoming Connections by the Numbers
Homecoming 2025 brought the K community together in the best way possible (in our opinion, anyway). Across the Connection Reception and Alumni of Color Reception, more than 100 students, alumni, faculty, and staff filled Hicks Banquet Room to share stories, trade advice, and build new relationships. Special shout-out to the class of 1975, who had […]
Fan Engagement and Career Growth: A Summer with the USPBL
Through the CCPD Summer Internship Stipend program, students explore industries they love while gaining practical experience and professional mentors. Here’s how one student’s summer with the United Shore Professional Baseball League turned a love of sports into career insight. “This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to intern with the United Shore Professional Baseball League […]
Keep the Homecoming Energy Going: Join KConnect
At last week’s Homecoming’s Connection Receptions, students and alumni met in person and realized they had a lot to talk about. The conversations that started in Hicks do not have to end there! KConnect is how you keep them going. KConnect is Kalamazoo College’s online community where students and alumni connect for quick career advice, […]
Connect with Employers: Employer Connection Fair 2025
Looking for internships, jobs, or just curious about career options? Join us at the Employer Connection Fair on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 3:00–5:00 p.m. in Dewing Commons. This event is open to all K students and recent alumni. It’s your chance to talk with recruiters, explore industries, and start building professional connections. What to […]
Employer Week — October 6–10, 2025
Employer Week is your chance to meet recruiters, learn about industries, and explore opportunities for internships and full-time jobs. With six events packed into one week, you can choose the event(s) that fit your interest and schedule. WMU Sales, Marketing & Food Marketing Career Night GLCA Virtual Career Fair Kalamazoo College Employer Connection Fair WMU […]
Homecoming Connections: Join Us This Friday
Homecoming is almost here, and we’re looking forward to two receptions on Friday, October 3 that bring together students, alumni, faculty, and staff. These gatherings are all about conversation, community, and celebrating what it means to be part of K. At both events, you’ll find people sharing stories about their time at K, talking about […]
It’s Resume Week!
Week 3 is all about resumes in the Career Studio! We are celebrating the art of writing a strong resume with the help of the CCPD’s tools, including our brand new Resume Modules in the Career Connection Toolkit. The Toolkit is built to support your professional growth with modules you can complete at your own […]
The Career Studio Opens Monday
The Career Studio is back and is looking forward to seeing you this fall term. Starting today, drop by with your “Life After K” questions. No appointment necessary! Students tell us the Studio is “such a nice, friendly place” where they’ve “gotten so much out of” and “had all of their questions answered, plus questions […]
Advancing Career Readiness Through the Liberal Arts: Building a Career Ecosystem
Kalamazoo College doesn’t just prepare students for the job market: we prepare them for a world in motion. In an era of rapid change and rising skepticism about higher education, students and families want more than promises. They want to see how a liberal arts education leads to real opportunity, meaningful work, and lifelong adaptability. […]