Since the inception of Kalamazoo Public School students have been gifted the opportunity to attend college with their tuition paid in full. In the Promise Student Series, KzooConnect catches up with...
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Our Mom Series has returned for 2019! This entry explores balancing work and education with motherhood as well as the importance of asking for help. As a mother of two, Britney Morales is always on...
This week, we are continuing KzooConnect’s Team Spotlight series. Our focus this time around will be on Von Washington Jr., Executive Director of Community Relations for The Kalamazoo Promise (The...
Residents of Kalamazoo have always taken pride in the multifaceted nature of their city. Whether for education, cuisine, or food and entertainment, Kalamazoo is an appealing destination for citizens...
Downtown Kalamazoo is home to a unique, brand-new business that’s catering to today’s (and yesterday’s) video gaming public. Owner and Executive Chef Amy Spalsbury burst onto the Kalamazoo...
This week, we are starting a new tradition here at KzooConnect. Monthly Team Spotlights will highlight an employee of the Kalamazoo Promise (Promise) and the work they do for our community. Starting...
A promise is like a security blanket. It provides a sense of assurance for the future and serves as a constant that can be looked forward to. For many Kalamazoo Public School (KPS) students, The...
After four years of promoting the people, places, and opportunities that make Kalamazoo a great place to live, work, and play through the KzooConnect blog, Welsh & Associates has gifted the blog and...
Eight years ago, community leaders and corporate executives gathered for the 108th annual meeting of the Kalamazoo Regional Chamber of Commerce. The topic? Education and Talent. Their message was...