The weather is chilly, the leaves have fallen from the trees, and although we have not had a heavy snow yet, we can confidently say that winter is almost upon us! Here’s a short list of activities...
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Just two weeks into November, our team is already thinking about a certain holiday that will be held at the end of the month. Move over, Thanksgiving! Kick rocks, Black Friday! In this blog, we like...
Since 2011, Catalyst University has provided Southwest Michigan professionals with access to diverse speakers and activities to help shape the landscape of leadership. Having steadily gained a...
For students throughout the country, pursuing a career in which they are underrepresented can be an intimidating feat. Without seeing diverse representation, they may be left with the false impression...
We are excited to share another Promise Team Spotlight! Our latest entry in the series introduces Trenae Dunigan, a Promise Scholar whose mission is to help high school seniors find the right fit...
We have reached fall and while the change in weather can be beautiful and almost therapeutic, it is important to stay mindful of one’s physical and mental health. With cold weather and flu season...
The Kalamazoo Wings (K-Wings) have provided professional hockey and entertainment to Kalamazoo since 1974. Supported by a deep-rooted, diehard fan base the organization is proud to be the second...
It was only a matter of time before we wrote about our city’s beer scene. Consisting of lifelong Kalamazoo residents and a lone Grand Rapids transplant, the KzooConnect editorial team appreciates...
The temperature has begun cooling down, the leaves have started to change colors, and Halloween is less than a month away! Last year, the Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership introduced SkeleTour as a way...
For 15 years, The Kalamazoo Promise (The Promise) has provided Kalamazoo students with the gift of education. To commemorate this milestone, we reflected on the organization’s achievements and...
When The Kalamazoo Promise (The Promise) was established in 2005, 11-year-old Tevin Monroe’s family was considering moving away from Kalamazoo. Ultimately, his parents decided to stay to allow Tevin...