SAC Info. Student Development. Kalamazoo College.

Student Life : Student Activities

Extracurricular activities are central to the development of Kalamazoo College students. Quality entertainment and social opportunities enrich student life at Kalamazoo College. A variety of activities, open to all "K" students throughout the year, help students balance academics with social activity and bring a social commonality to the student body.

“Active involvement on campus, in and out of the classroom, can provide a connection to our community, a sense of balance, and greater meaning and fulfillment in our daily lives. I believe it is through relationships and in the opportunities we take advantage of, that we truly develop our identity and purpose in life.”

- Kate Lake,
Assistant Dean
of Students

AIR BAND/TALENT SHOW
Groups of students and individuals show off their exciting talents. Many groups lip sync to their favorite songs . . . others sing, dance, or play a musical instrument . . . some even yo-yo!! It's always entertaining and any students are welcome to participate. The contest is judged and prizes are awarded accordingly!

HOMECOMING WEEK ACTIVITIES FOR CURRENT "K" STUDENTS
In past years, homecoming week has involved a week of school spirit and fall time activities. These may include: class contests, powder puff, raising money for charity, pumpkin painting dress up days, school spirit gets discounts at the bookstore, tailgating, pep rallies and of course . . . the football game!! The Homecoming dance is a great way to end Homecoming week. Traditionally semi-formal, in the past it has taken place at off campus locations such as the Radisson but more recently has become an Old Welles event. There's always fun music, good snacks, and great times!

EXAM WEEK EXTRAVAGANZA
Exam week extravaganza, usually sometime the weekend before exams, provides a stress free environment for a few hours. Every quarter is different. Sometimes profs and administrators serve ice cream and pizza or other yummy treats while music is playing. It's a time to socialize and relax. Student groups such as Monkapult or student bands may provide entertainment. Comedians, musicians, and trivia game shows have also been seen at the extravaganza. It's a great break students won't want to miss!

MONTE CARLO NIGHT
Music, games, dancing, food, and prizes. Black Jack, Roulette, and other casino games. Students have fun with the profs and administrators as they work the casino and students play the games, then spend their winning Monte Carlo bucks at the Millionaire Shop, a variety of donations from the K-College community and around town.

SPECIAL EVENTS AND COMEDY CLUBS
The special events are usually first or second weekend. Special Events from the past have included Comedy Club. At Comedy Club, a comedian or comedy group provides entertainment in the environment of a comedy club staffed by SAC. It is complete with mock cocktails and delicious desserts . . . served to you by the SAC waiters and waitresses (all free of course). A popular event sure to provide a good laugh!Other entertainers: Gentlemen Jugglers, many different music groups, ventriloquists, Coffee House Nights, and hypnotists

SPRING FLING
The day is usually spent on the Quad filled with fun events to enjoy the spring. In the past these events have included inflatable bungee run, moonwalk, laser tag, giant slide, tattoos, dunk tank, silly contests, tye-dying, a picnic on the Quad and snacks