K Fest 2020
Welcome to K Fest! Scroll through the organizations and departments below. Make sure to scroll all the way to the bottom! Some have introductory videos for you to watch. Click their Meet button to join their channel and call.
American Studies
The concentration in American studies offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of American culture.
Arab Student Union
The ASU is a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for Arabs of all nationalities and backgrounds on campus.
Asian Pacific Islander Student Association
APISA is dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of the Asian Pacific Islander cultures and values.
Balderdash
Kalamazoo College’s creative writing club. We meet weekly to share stories, swap ideas, play writing games, and have a fun time!
Business Association for Minorities
We are an organization dedicated to supporting students of color in the Economics and Business Department.
Center for Career and Professional Development
Please stop in to learn more about CCPD resources and meet our staff!
Caribbean Student Organization
The Caribbean Student Organization (CSO) provides a safe space to celebrate the Caribbean identities and cultures at Kalamazoo College.
Center for Civic Engagement
CCE engages students, faculty, and community members in sustained partnerships that foster collaborative learning and civic participation in a diverse, democratic society.
Center for Environmental Stewardship,Arboretum & Environmental Studies
Join us to learn about the CES, Lillian Anderson Arboretum and the Environmental Studies Concentration!
Center for International Programs
Come hangout with the CIP staff to learn more about study abroad and away and how we support international students at K!
Composting Program
K’s program for managing campus food waste. Completely student run with guidance from facman and the Center for environmental stewardship
Environmental Conservation Organization
ECO is a group that aims to cultivate a more sustainable communty on campus and bring awareness to environmental justice
Equestrian Club/Team
Come ride horses with us! The barn that we ride at is called Cedar Lodge in Lawrence, MI.
Festival Playhouse and Dept. of Theatre Arts
Join us for a great experience, even if you have no experience! We teach you what you need to know, and have fun doing so!
Frelon Dance Company
Come learn about our student led dance company for people of all experience and all abilities.
Higher Level of Education in Dow
HLED aims to support undergraduate chemistry and biology students interested in pursuing a graduate degree/program.
Hillel
Hillel is K’s Jewish student organization. We celebrate Jewish holidays, host discussions, and build community.
K Team
K Team is a student organization focused on body positivity through exercise classes, self-care, and promoting a healthy self-image.
K Cheer
K Cheer entertains and engages the crowds at football and basketball home games. We welcome all people and all experience levels.
K Dems
We want to explain a little bit more of our organization, certain plans we have for the club and invite those into the Teams Channels.
K Philosophy Club
K Philosophy Club is a new student organization for students who are interested in philosophy! All ranges of experience and perspectives welcome.
K Votes
K Votes is a non-partisan coalition that works through the CCE to inform students, faculty, and staff members about voting and civic engagement.
Kalamadudes A Capella
An inclusive lower voice part a capella group on campus. We’re basically just a group of friends who get together and sing and perform!
KalamAfrica
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Kalamazoo College American Chemical Society
Our organization is focused on professional development for chemists and fun science-related competitions and events for everyone.
Kalamazoo College Filmmakers’ Society
We are Kalamazoo College’s one and only Filmmaking Club!
No previous filmmaking experience required.
Kalamazoo College Republicans
We seek to provide a space for like-minded conservative students to converse, learn, and educate each other about politics, community, and our own perspectives.
Kalamazoo College Writing Center
The Writing Center is available online this year! We have a team of passionate consultants that are available to help students at any stage of their writing process.
Kaleidoscope
A group
for LGBTQ+ students
and allies!
KDesi
KDesi strives to unite individuals from various backgrounds to preserve and promote South Asian cultures and religions.
Marketing & Investment Clubs
Come have a conversation about the Marketing & Investment Clubs. Find out what we have planned, when we meet, and how you can be involved!
Martial Arts and Self-Defense Club
We encourage community and empowerment through self-defense as well as more traditional martial arts in a low-pressure environment.
Monkapult!
We are Kalamazoo College’s improv team! We’d just like to share a little about how you can get involved!
Multicultural Association of Pre-Health Students
MAPS seeks to provide resources and mentorship for traditionally underrepresented students pursuing careers in healthcare.
Muslim Student Association
MSA seeks to provide solidarity for Muslim students and to foster an understanding of Islam and Muslim experience in the College community.
Office of Student Activities
Stop by and meet with some of the awesome staff of Student Activities to hear about our programs and how to get involved!
Outdoor Programs, LandSea, and Outing Club
Find out what’s happening this term with various outdoor programming, and how you can be involved.
Public Interest Research Group
PIRGiM has been working on the New Voters Project. Helping millions of college students register to vote.
Pre-Dental Club
We offer the opportunity to get involved with other students looking to pursue a career in the field of dentistry.
Pre-Law Society
We are dedicated to providing students with the resources necessary to confidently pursue a career in the legal profession.
Premium Orange A Cappella
We are an all voice parts all inclusive A Cappella group on campus! We love to sing and are a close knit family.
Red Cross Club
Red Cross Club is a space for students to volunteer and engage with the community in a number of ways, including blood drives and community safety programs.
Refugee Outreach Collective
We work to amplify diverse narratives of migrant and displaced communities through alliance and relationship building.
Religious & Spiritual Life
Space to gather, talk and act– for Skeptics, Believers, and Skeptical Believers
Sister Circle
Sister Circle is a group dedicated to young black women in order to provide a space that addresses problems that occur in the black community.
Sisters in Science
SIS is active both on K’s campus and at Northglade Montessori School. Our organization will help encourage young women to join the STEM fields.
Steelpan Ensemble
Ever wanted to learn to play steelpans (steel drums)? Kalamazoo College is in the beginning phase of starting a steelband!
Students for Justice in Palestine
A group of students promoting justice, human rights, and self-determination for the Palestinian people.
Students for Sensible Drug Policy
We engage in discussion about substance harm reduction, social justice surrounding the War on Drugs, and drug policy.
Sunrise Movement at K
National movement of young people fighting the climate crisis, specifically through political activism in statewide and national elections.
The Cauldron
Founded in 1920, The Cauldron is K’s oldest literary arts magazine. It is dedicated to publishing poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and artwork.
The English Department
The English Department offers courses in literature, film, journalism, literary theory, and creative writing.
The Index
We are the College’s newspaper, providing the development of writing to our members and providing the K College community with news.
The Limelights A Capella
If you love to sing and are looking for a supportive, warm, and energetic group on campus, come join the Limelights! We are a group of sopranos and altos.
Womxn of Color Alliance
Get to know
WoCA:
Womxn of Color Alliance
Cirque du K
Cirque du K is open to people of all experience levels! Together we practice aerials, acro, ground skills, tumbling, and flexibility.
International Student Organization
ISO serves as one of the support groups for international students at K. This is also a place where conversations about global currents events happen.
K College Council of Student Representatives
Come meet with members of the K College Council of Student Representatives (KCCSR).