KCC Offers Four Free International Education Week Events

Kellogg Community College will mark International Education Week with four free programs open to the public from November 16th through November 19th, 2026.

The events will bring photography, folk dance, Burmese culture and Latino heritage into a four-day community series at KCC’s North Avenue campus, 450 North Avenue in Battle Creek.

Most programs will take place in the Kellogg Room, while the final event will be held in the Student Center.

Monday, November 16th: International photography

Professor Ryan Flathau will present “KCC Photography: International Perspectives” from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Kellogg Room.

The talk and exhibit will use photography to explore international travel and the ways images can help people encounter places, communities and perspectives beyond their own.

Tuesday, November 17th: Clogging teach-in

The Great Lakes Cloggers will lead “American Folk Dance: Clogging Teach-in” from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Kellogg Room.

The group has worked since 2017 to revitalize clog dancing in Michigan and offers classes and performances around the state.

The participatory format gives attendees a chance to learn about a living American folk tradition by trying some of its steps rather than only watching a demonstration.

Wednesday, November 18th: Burmese culture and migration stories

The Burma Center will present “Migration Stories: Burmese Culture & History” from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Kellogg Room.

That program will include a cultural exhibit, food and clothing displays, a performance and an opportunity to try Burmese calligraphy.

The Springfield-based nonprofit works with Burmese Americans and the wider Battle Creek community through education, advocacy and engagement.

Thursday, November 19th: Latino cultures and identity

Voces will lead “More Than Mexico & Tacos” from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Student Center.

The session will explore Latino cultures, histories, identity, migration and cultural pride while challenging the idea that a diverse population can be reduced to familiar stereotypes.

Voces is a Battle Creek nonprofit serving Latino residents across Calhoun County through advocacy, education, leadership development and community support.

Every program is free and open to the public, making the series accessible to residents as well as KCC students and employees.

The week is sponsored by KCC’s Integrative Learning Department, which connects classroom learning with local communities, businesses and nonprofit organizations.

A $500 grant from the Cereal City Sunrise Rotary Club helped support the series.

Visitors can use KCC’s campus page for a building map, parking information and directions before attending.

The North Avenue campus offers free parking, and event rooms may vary by day, so attendees should check the individual program details carefully.

When is KCC’s International Education Week?

The free Battle Creek series runs from Monday, November 16th, through Thursday, November 19th, 2026.

Do people need to be KCC students to attend?

No. Kellogg Community College says all four programs are free and open to the public.

Where will the events take place?

The first three programs will be in the Kellogg Room at KCC’s North Avenue campus, and Thursday’s program will be in the Student Center.