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Because presenting a consistent brand image is critical to achieving Kalamazoo Valley Community College’s strategic goals, our Marketing Department will manage, control and centralize communication and marketing activities throughout the College.

It only makes sense that Kalamazoo Valley utilize special talents within the college. Whether these students are part of your staff or are marketing and design students, they need to be well versed in adhering to the guidelines set forth in this manual.

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These students will need to work closely with BrandCentral and/or the Marketing Department.

The Marketing Department is responsible for managing .edyou™ and it’s visual identity. The department coordinates the efforts of all internal and external people who communicate Kalamazoo Valley’s message and identity — including all academic, non-academic, administrative and athletic units, as well as commercial vendors. The Marketing Department is a team of experienced professionals who have been recognized in their disciplines for their expertise in the areas of marketing, publications, writing and design, event planning, advertising, Web and other multimedia services.

To access these services, simply fill out the Project Request Form available by contacting the Marketing Department at: 269.373.7847

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created to be adaptable, multi-functional and innovative. This allows marketing materials and college communications to be flexible, adaptive and to boldly stand out in a crowded and competitive marketplace.

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Advertising We are Kalamazoo Valley. The name of the college must be used on all materials for external use.

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Advertising The TypeTreatment should always have breathing room, if that means going smaller—go smaller, but not too small.

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When we look at the future of visual communications, we don’t see designers, copywriters, animators and filmmakers—we see you.

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Brand-Centric Used as a highly conceptual message. The ThoughtMark™ is intended to be the entry point to the conversation.

It strengthens the brand every time you see it. Not to be taken lightly. Our ThoughtMark™ jump-starts the thought process for every student, asking, it’s your education, what will you do with it? We use .edyou™ inside a speak bubble to represent innovation, technology and a distinctive approach to education—an educational experience, where you are the experience.

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Decoration Do not use the ThoughtMark™ as a decorative element. It must be used deliberately and on approved materials only.

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Nope. Do not present the ThoughtMark™ in any color than what is approved in this manual.

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7+28*+70$5. 8QDGRUQHG³EXW SRZHUIXO Because the ThoughtMark™ concept is unusual, innovative and unique—a new concept in branding—we really want the world to see and experience this evocative mark. But, not to the extent that it’s diluted by overuse or ineffectual representational uses. It should always and forever be employed to express Kalamazoo Valley’s most highly conceptualized messages—in essence, student’s matter most. The mark itself, .edyou™, exists in two forms; inside a speak bubble and as an unadorned text version. Use of the latter variation still communicates the essence of the school’s brand experience, but in a slightly less graphic manner. This version of .edyou™ was designed for inclusion on materials where the speak bubble graphic could distract from the overall message rather than function as a complementary element.

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Advertising In the marketplace, we are still known as Kalamazoo Valley—but without .edyou™ who would we really be?

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Uniforms Used here as a patch, the AccentMark is the epitome of adaptability.

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Making a statement Regardless of the direction your driving, you will know when you have arrived at one of the most innovative and progressive community colleges in the country.

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RADISSON PLAZA HOTEL & SUITES On May 12, the Kalamazoo Valley Community College Foundation will present the 6th annual Opportunities for Education Scholarship Fund-Raising Dinner. This dinner benefits outstanding students with financial needs.

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Telling the whole story When it is time to give our students and constituents our information, we must incorporate the entire Kalamazoo Valley family. As the hierarchy goes, our campuses take the spotlight over any department or program. Use of the AccentMark as the sign off or period is a good way of punctuating the entire publication.

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Texas Township Campus 6767 West O Avenue PO Box 4070 Kalamazoo, MI 49003-4070 269.488.4400 Arcadia Commons Campus 202 North Rose Street PO Box 4070 Kalamazoo, MI 49003-4070 269.373.7800 The Groves Campus 7107 Elm Valley Drive PO Box 4070 Kalamazoo, MI 49003-4070 269.353.1253

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Step 1: Complete an Application Apply for free online at www.kvcc.edu or in person at the Student Service Center at either the Texas Township Campus or Arcadia Commons Campus. Printed applications are in the class schedule and the Programs of Study booklet.

But I couldn’t afford to get there. Financial Aid was the only way I could make it. The process was made easier with the help from the Financial Aid office.

Step 2: Submit your ACT scores (school code: 2016) or schedule a Placement Assessment • Assessment and ACT scores are used for course placement. • Call 269.488.4100 to set up an appointment or to ask questions.

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• Be enrolled at Kalamazoo Valley Community College, making satisfactory academic progress; • Demonstrate financial need and/or achievement; • Not be in default on any Title IV HEA grant or loan at any institution; • Maintain financial eligibility; and

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You must re-apply for financial aid each year, preferably during the months of January through March for the following academic year.

• Demonstrate ability to benefit from academic programs.

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To one degree or another, everyone follows the same basic steps in making a career decision. The six fundamental steps include: self-assessment, career exploration, decision making, job search, working and reflecting.

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Complete the free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov Call 269.488.4340 with questions.

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Certificate – Approximately one year of full-time coursework, 30 credit hours. Associate Degree (AAS) – Approximately two years of full-time coursework, 62 credit hours. Associate Degree Transfer (AA/AS) – Approximately two years of full-time coursework, 62 credit hours. Full-time coursework consists of 12 or more credit hours per semester.

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A very important step in launching a successful career is the job search itself. Assistance is available through Student Employment Services in helping you to look for a job, write a resume and cover letter, and prepare for the job interview. See a complete list of services below:

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To be eligiable to recieve financial aid you must: • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;

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Resume and Employment Letter Critiquing Current students and alumni can schedule an appointment for assistance in developing resumes and cover letters before approaching potential employers. Interviewing Skills and Advice • Assistance is available to help you prepare for an interview. • Appointments can be made for practice interviews. Internships • An Internship is a work-related experience in your specific area of study which can give you college credit toward your degree or certificate program. • Internships can be paid or unpaid experiences. Recruitment Events • Employment Expo • On-campus job recruiting • Volunteer Fair

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Residence Life Scholarship Amount: $3,618 (cost of residence hall room) Eligibility: 3.0 GPA minimum 30 transferable semester hours Deadline: None Application: PDF application-CMU website

Transfer Academic Excellence Scholarship Amount: $4,000 (Renewable) Eligibility: 3.7 GPA minimum Minimum 24 transferable credits Not have attended 4-year college after completing Kalamazoo Valley Deadline: May 15 Application: Automatic

Community College Valedictorian Scholarship Amount: $300 per semester (up to 4 semesters) Eligibility: Community college graduate designated valedictorian of their graduating class Deadline: Admitted to university by April 15 Application: None

Community College Honors Scholarship Amount: $2,500 (Renewable) Eligibility: 3.5 GPA minimum Minimum 56 transferable credit hours Deadline: None Application: Automatic Transfer Recognition Scholarship Amount: $1,000 (Renewable second year) Eligibility: 3.3 GPA minimum, 30 transferable semester hours Deadline: None Application: None (Contact CMU Admissions Office)

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Transfer Residential Life Scholarship Amount: $2,000 (Renewable second year) Eligibility: 3.0 GPA minimum Associate degree Not have attended 4-year college after completing associate degree Must enroll full-time at FSU; live in residence hall, Big Rapids campus Deadline: May 15 Application: Automatic Transfer Academic Achievement Scholarship Amount: $3,000 (Renewable) Eligibility: 3.3 GPA minimum 24 transferable credits Deadline: May 15 Application: None

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Trustee Scholarship Amount: Half tuition up to 16 semester hours for 4 semesters Eligibility: 42 or more transferable credits. 3.5 min. GPA, community service and activities are considered Deadline: Admitted to university by April 15 Application: Available online through MSU Admissions

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Decoration For academies, leading with the Kalamazoo Valley (notice the omission of community college), followed by the academy name brings the program into focus. Program DIN-Medium Right justified on (1) line Centered on (2) lined

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School Pride Consistent school colors, clean appearance and prideful messages support Kalamazoo Valley merchandise,

The KVCC BookStore is, virtually, “a window on the world.” Every item purchased reaches the public domain (at very little cost to the school) and introduces the community, potential students and key stakeholders to the new Kalamazoo Valley brand identity. The grassroots marketing potential for these stores is extremely high.

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