Welcome to the Hive

Kalamazoo College is a vibrant campus of curious, driven and lively students—all dedicated to improving themselves and the community around them. This shared mission enables students of all backgrounds to learn, explore and flourish alongside one another in pursuit of lifelong learning. 

K is not only a school that changes lives , it is a school that changes with the lives of our students. Everyone is encouraged to bring their whole self to campus, share their experiences and leave a legacy that improves K for future generations. 

Students of Color

First-Generation Students

Living at K

Come live at the most beautiful campus in Michigan ! Located near downtown Kalamazoo , the College offers a small school environment within a vibrant urban setting. The student body is close-knit, with 70% of students living on campus and the majority of off-campus students living within four blocks. K’s residential living and dining services offer a variety of sleeping and eating arrangements so that students can comfortably immerse themselves in their education.

Have Fun at K

With over 80 student organizations and weekly campus events , there is always something abuzz! No matter your interests there is something on campus for you: clown around with Cirque du K, embrace your inner thespian in a campus production, get moving and join an athletics team , show off your dance moves at Frelon, or even play blackjack with President Gonzalez at our annual Monte Carlo celebration.

Belong at K

Students come to K from across the world, bringing their own experiences, backgrounds and passions. K strives to empower students with the resources and guidelines they need to explore their identities and enrich their religious and spiritual lives . Working for justice, the College provides opportunities for student activism and community engagement for those who want to embrace their K-Plan and improve the world around them.

Kalamazoo College alumni go on to have extraordinary careers as leaders in their respective fields. This trajectory begins the moment you move in, as there are countless opportunities to work on campus and take on student leadership roles. However, you are not alone in your journey; K staff and fellow students provide academic support and career services every step of the way. You can also tap into the K legacy with mentoring opportunities from our alumni network to help you land that first post-K job.

Be Well at K

In order for our students to grow intellectually, emotionally and professionally, they need a safe learning environment. To create a physically and emotionally healthy campus, K has implemented 24/7 security , affordable healthcare , free counseling , and disability services .

What’s the Buzz on Campus

Follow @KalamazooCollege on Facebook and Instagram and @KCollege on Twitter to stay up-to-date on all the action in the Hive!

Student Development

Office of student involvement.

The Office of Student Involvement is responsible for programming and initiatives related to intercultural student life , leadership development , outdoor programs , student activities , and student organizations .

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The Office of Student Involvement (OSI) supports the College’s mission and provides students with opportunities to better understand, lead, and successfully live within an increasingly diverse and complex world. To this end, we work with student colleagues to develop and implement a variety of engaging, fun, and reflective learning experiences through campus events, student organizations, and personal development opportunities.

We aim to accomplish this through the following goals:

Fundamental Values

These are the fundamental values our professional and student staff understand, cherish, and strive towards on a daily basis in our work within the K community.

Jon Collier

Jon Collier

Director of Student Activities

Brian Dietz

Brian T. Dietz, Ph.D.

Associate Dean of Students, Director of Student Involvement and the Hicks Student Center

269.337.7209

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Jory Horner

Director of Outdoor Programs

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Natalie Markech K’21

Program Coordinator for Student Activities

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Colleen McInerney

Interim Associate Director of Student Activities

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Assistant Director of Outdoor Programs

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Justine Shelton

Interim Director of Intercultural Student Life

Louise Tennant-Filkins

Louise Tennant-Filkins

Office Coordinator

269.337.7209   [email protected]

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Alaq Zghayer K’21

Program Coordinator for Intercultural Student Life

269.337.7473

Student Activities

Coming soon! Check back later to view materials that will help you get involved and stay successful on campus!

Do you have questions, comments, or concerns? We LOVE to hear from students!

Email [email protected]

Phone 269.337.7210

Office Location Hicks Student Center Room 112

General Office Hours M-F 8:00am-5:00pm

View our calendar of events on Presence

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  1. Student Activities

    Welcome to the Office of Student Activities! Student Activities puts on events and programs to help you learn about all the different groups

  2. Kalamazoo College Student Organizations

    Active Student Organizations ; Academic and Pre-Professional. Health Professions Society · Multicultural Association of Pre-Health Students.

  3. Student Events

    Off-Campus Excursions · Ride rollercoasters and get your adrenalin pumping at Cedar Point · Get star-struck and attend local performances and

  4. Student Organizations

    Kalamazoo College has over 70 student organizations. These groups encompass a wide variety of interests and opportunities and are open to

  5. Life at K

    The student body is close-knit, with 70% of students living on campus and the majority of off-campus students living within four blocks. K's

  6. Staff Directory

    Buzz loves all things K and can often bee found at Student Activities programs & events. If you spot Buzz on campus, they are always up for

  7. Office of Student Involvement

    The Office of Student Involvement (OSI) supports the College's mission and provides students with opportunities to better understand, lead, and

  8. Programs and Events

    Programs and Events · Chinese Lion Dance performs at Zoo After Dark Event: AFDS · Students gather around a fireplace to solve the puzzle of the

  9. Resources

    Email [email protected] ; Phone 269.337.7210 ; Office Location Hicks Student Center Room 112 ; General Office Hours M-F 8:00am-5:00pm.

  10. Organizations

    ACAPOC · Alpha Lambda Delta Kalamazoo College Chapter · Anime Club · Arab Student Union · Arcus Center for Social Justice Leadership · Asian Pacific Islander Student