As an employee of Kalamazoo College, you have access to an extended range of value added benefits.
Car Rental Service
Enterprise offers up to a 5% discount on car rental services using code XZ20ADS.
Cellular Phone Service
Receive a discount with Verizon Wireless New and existing customers receive 18% off most voice plans $40 and higher. Discounts may also be available on equipment. Visit Verizon Wireless Discount. You will need your kzoo.edu email.
Child Care
Provided by our Employee Assistance Program Locate referrals for services and additional information by calling 1.800.854.1446 or visiting Unum Life Balance.
Community Reflections
Reflect upon subjects in the K College community Community Reflections take place every Friday of the quarter at 11am in Stetson Chapel. Visit Religious and Spiritual Life for details.
Continuing Education
Build your skills and knowledge You may audit* K classes. Also, access free resources by visiting Learning and Development.
Dining Services
Easy, convenient meals Load funds onto your ID for use at Dining Services locations on campus. Funds for dining services are loaded in the Dining Services Office in Hicks.
Emotional Support
Provided by our Employee Assistance Program Locate referrals for services and additional information by calling 1.800.854.1446 or visiting Unum Life Balance.
Employee Benefits Concierge
Connect with a dedicated contact who can walk you through questions or concerns with your employee benefits. Whether you have a difficult question or just need a little guidance, confidential and professional assistance is just a call or email away. Please contact concierge@acrisure.com or 616.541.1245.
Financial Information
Provided by our Employee Assistance Program Locate referrals for services and additional information by calling 1.800.854.1446 or visiting Unum Life Balance.
Health Insurance – Open Enrollment
Make changes to your health insurance Flex Spending Account Open Enrollment occurs in October for renewal January 1.
Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance Open Enrollment is in May for renewal July 1. Please visit Benefits.
Health, Vision, Dental Insurance and Retirement
Designed to support you and your family Available coverage* includes health, life and disability insurance, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending accounts and retirement savings. Visit Emeriti Retirement Healthcare Savings Program for more details.
Holiday Schedule
Paid calendar Holidays, plus academic break time Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, end of the year break, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Memorial Day. Additional academic break days are at the discretion of the President’s Staff.
Hornet Events
Cheer our hornets on to victory Bring your K ID to home sporting events for free admission for you and your immediate family members. Visit Kalamazoo College Hornets for event schedules. (guests without ID subject to fees)
Identification Card
Your K ID card has many benefits Use your K ID for free admission to K home sporting events, bookstore discounts, convenient on-campus dining, access to the Wellness Room and certain campus buildings. IDs are issued through Campus Safety located in Hicks.
Identity Theft Program
Combat Identity Theft This program provides resolution services to help you work through critical identity theft issues. For assistance, call 1.800.854.1446 or visit Unum Life Balance.
Leaves of Absence
Take approved time off for personal or medical reasons Each situation is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Human Resources at or 269.337.7223 for more details.
Legal Assistance
Provided by our Employee Assistance Program Locate referrals for services and additional information by calling 1.800.854.1446 or visiting Unum Life Balance.
Library Benefits
Materials Check Out and Inter-Library Loans Check items out from K’s Library. Still looking for something? Visit the circulation desk for assistance in obtaining your desired item from a partner library, delivered to K for your convenience.
Employee Assistance Program
Free, confidential service Offers information and referrals on a wide variety of topics, such as finding qualified child care, pet care, summer care, and senior care facilities, educational programs, adoption, and financial information, legal consultation for most legal issues. Locate referrals for services and additional information by calling 1.800.854.1446 or visiting Unum Life Balance.
Paid Time Off
Paid time to balance your personal and professional lives Types of Paid Time Off include vacation, emergency time, holidays (see Holiday Schedule), academic break time, jury duty, and bereavement.
Pet Care
Provided by Unum’s Life Assistance Program Locate referrals for services and additional information by calling 1.800.854.1446 or visiting Unum Life Balance.
Retiree Support
Continue to benefit from your time with K into retirement Access to healthcare coverage and other support continues* into retirement. Contact Human Resources or 269.337.7223 for more details.
Retirement Planning
Personal Retirement Planning Meet one-on-one with a representative through TIAA for personal retirement planning assistance. Set-up a TIAA account and login to schedule an appointment at your workplace.
Senior Care
Provided by Unum’s Employee Assistance Program Locate referrals for services and additional information by calling
1.800.854.1446 or visiting Unum Life Balance.
Travel Program
Protection when you travel domestically or internationally by Unum Services include emergency medical evacuation, 24-hour multilingual assistance, pre-trip planning services, medical referrals and assistance with lost/ stolen items.
1.800.872.1414 Reference number 01.AA.UN.762490
Tuition Remission
Financial support for your child’s education Provides full tuition benefit* at Kalamazoo College. At other GLCA schools, the student is charged a tuition* share equal to 15% of average tuition of participating schools. Visit the Tuition Remission website.
Vision Program
Discounted vision All employees and their families may use the Vision Advantage Program at any Rx Optical location. Discounts on exams, glasses and contacts for children and adults. Reference membership #KCL1847, Plan #313.
Wellness Program
Faculty and staff wellness program Coordinated by Jen Bailey, employees have access to the Fitness & Wellness Center, assessment and coaching, seminars/ workshops, pilates, yoga, circuit training, zumba, swimming, walking program, and weight training. Visit Fitness and Wellness Center.
*Restrictions Apply