We know that things are a little unpredictable in the world right now, but it is still important for young professionals to continue building their resumes and gaining relevant experience whenever...
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This month, the spotlight shines on a member of The Kalamazoo Promise (The Promise) team who transitioned from a college intern to a full-time staff member. For Scholar Relations and Alumni...
According to an article by Forbes, 2019 saw the total number of freelancers in the United States rise to 57 million. Clearly this type of work has experienced a substantial growth, so we decided to...
At one point or another, we have all sought advice or guidance from someone about our college or career pathway. Being able to network with professionals in your desired career field can lead to an...
UPDATE: As of March 13, Social Media Week has been postponed due to public health concerns. Please stay connected for details as they are released. At KzooConnect, we are all about connecting with...
In the past, we have talked about restaurants, shops, and entertainment options that make Kalamazoo such a special place to live. This week, we wanted to do something a little bit different and...
Going back to school can be intimidating. Luckily, the latest Promise Team Spotlight follows a member of The Kalamazoo Promise (The Promise) that makes this transition easy for Promise Scholars who...
The value of a dedicated support system can never be underestimated. This week, we learn how one Promise Partner has served as an advocate for generations of Kalamazoo citizens. Established in 1981,...
There’s a lot that can be said for the effectiveness of support systems. They can give us the courage to take risks, the reassurance to trust our instincts, and the emotional availability to...
For today’s youth, the time spent out of school is just as important as the time spent in school. In fact, a local Promise Partner has made it their mission to provide the youth of Kalamazoo County...
By now you’re probably familiar with how much we love efforts that strengthen the bonds within our community. So it should come as no surprise that we were excited when we heard about a project that...
This past Monday, Kalamazoo Public Schools students returned from their winter break and set out on the second half of the school year. To commemorate this occasion, we wanted to add another chapter...
We are back from our holiday break! Did you miss us? Let’s kick off 2020 with another installment of our Promise Team Spotlight series and get to know Isabel McMullen, a Research Assistant for The...