Kalamazoo / Battle Creek Chapter #302 | NAWIC

#KUDOS - Oct 27
2023-10-27 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | AME Chapel, 804 North Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan
The objective of #KUDOS is:

work with residents to reduce their heating costs by placing plastic covers over their windows, weather-seal doors and caulk around windowsprovide an opportunity to bring together volunteers from local churches, businesses and non-profit organizations to serve their community;to forge community relationships with our neighbors in Northside and Eastside neighborhoods, who we would probably not ever meet in our daily lives;to provide volunteers the opportunity through service, to connect with the residents they serve, so that they can get to know each other; andto build a connection with the residents we serve over the years, into a bond of friendship and trust that we hope will endure.

Please download and sign the Waiver.

What To Bring:

Positive AttitudeLadderHeavy Duty StaplerProtective eyewearScissors/Box cutterPutty KnifeGlovesCaulk gun

What will be provided:

Plastic to cover windowsDouble sided tapeWeatherproofing tapeHeavy Duty StaplesTubes of CaulkWater & refreshments

Don’t forget to invite the residents to join us for lunch at Allen Chapel at 1pm.

Register by October 20 HERE

8:30 am: Arrival and Check-InMeet at Allen AME Chapel at 804 W North Street. WELCOME & Information Sharing.

Turn in your signed Volunteer Waiver DOWNLOAD. Receive materials and equipment

9:00 am: Meet & GreetEach team will be assigned two homes to weatherize. Get to know the resident to whom you are assigned. Secure Resident’s signature on the Waiver and collect the signed Waiver

10:00 am: Begin WorkReview with resident the windows that need to be caulked and/or covered with plastic. Verify the doors to be fitted with weather seal. Begin work, wear protective glasses and gloves. Keep hydrated and take breaks as required

1 pm: Wrap up

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January 31: Social Hour
2024-01-31 17:00 - 19:00 | Presidential Brewing Company, 8302 Portage Rd, Portage, Michigan, 49002
Join us for a casual and relaxing social event. Invite a guest, the appetizers are on us!

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Apr 18: Tour the Road Commission of Kalamazoo County's new building!
2024-04-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Road Commission of Kalamazoo County, 4400 S 26th, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49048, United States
Join NAWIC and ASCE for a site tour of the new RCKC building!

Notice for attendees: wear closed toe footwear appropriate for walking. Full PPE is not required, but the tour will include a lot of walking around inside and outside the buildings.Please RSVP to Myndi Bacon at HERE if you plan to attend so we can have an accurate head count.

Join us for social hour following the tour at Trak Houz Bar & Gill, 5003 Park Cir Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49048

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Aug 8: Dunbar Hall Renovation and Addition Tour by AIA Southwest Michigan
2024-08-08 15:00 - 16:30
Let’s join the AIA Southwest Michigan to tour the completed Dunbar Hall renovation/addition at Western Michgian University, by TowerPinkster!

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Environmental Considerations in Construction: RSVP Now
2025-01-15 11:30 - 13:00
Let’s get together!

Project Siting – Environmental Considerations in Construction

NAWIC Grand Rapids is hosting a new event, and we’d love to see you there.
on January 15, 2025, at 11:30 AM.

Virtual attendees will receive the ZOOM information after you have RSVP’d | Cost: $10

In-person with lunch included available until January 13 | Cost $20

** Click the registration button below for more information **

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Apply for 2024 AGC Michigan Scholarships Now
2025-01-31 12:00
Apply Today | Deadline: January 31 2025

2024 – 2025 Scholarship Awards

Landon Gardella, MSU | Leon P. Clark Memorial Undergraduate ScholarshipAlicja Grzegorzek, MTU | Louis C. Verrette Memorial Undergraduate ScholarshipMarcus Chidester, NMU | Gary L. Shannon Memorial ScholarshipAdam Serratos, MSU | Alton L. Granger Undergraduate ScholarshipJarrett Funk, EMU | O.L. Pfaffmann Construction Industry ScholarshipBruce Scott, NMU | H.L. “Bud” Conrad Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship

PLUS Twenty-five additional students from EMU, FSU, NMU, MSU, MTU, UM and Kettering received AGC Michigan EEF scholarships.

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Women in Construction Week | Let's Get Together - Grand Rapids
2025-03-05 11:30 - 13:00
NAWIC Grand Rapids would like to invite you to our annual Women In Construction Appreciation Luncheon. This year will be having a Panel Discussion.

Topic: Women as Leaders: Pioneering Change and Making an Impact

Location: Watermark Country Club 1600 Galbraith Avenue Southeast Grand Rapids, MI 49546
or Virtual

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Jan 14: Let’s get together - Grand Rapids
2026-01-14 15:00 - 17:00
Topic: Top 10 Construction Contract Clauses

DOWNLOAD THE FLYER >

Location: Triangle Associates Inc 3769 3 Mile Road NW Grand Rapids, MI 49534 (or Virtual)

NAWIC Grand Rapids would like to invite you to this meeting in a hybrid format, with both an in-person and virtual option. There will be room for 30 people to attend in person. Appetizers are included for all in-person attendees. Virtual attendees will receive the ZOOM information after they have RSVP’d.We hope you will be able to join us for what should be an informative presentation!

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2026 Block Kids
2026-01-31 08:00 - 12:00
Participants will use interlocking blocks to build their own unique structures. Local industry professionals will judge entries, and winners may advance to regional competition!

Event Details:📅 Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026🕙 Time: 9a – Noon📍 Location: Climax-Scotts Elementary School🎯 Who Can Participate: Kids in grades K–6💲 Cost: FREE! Please register by January 23

More details and register HERE

Participants will use interlocking blocks to build their own unique structures. Local industry professionals will judge entries, and winners may advance to regional competition!
The Block Kids Building Program is a national building competition supported by the NAWIC Education Foundation. The program is open to all students in Kindergarten through grade 6.The Block Kids Building Program will be held on Saturday, January 31. The free event will take place from 8 am to noon at the Climax-Scotts Elementary School.Each participant will receive a t-shirt. Prizes will be awarded to one winner at each grade level. Additionally, there will be an overall winner.Please register by JANUARY 23We need judges. We are also looking for sponsors. If you are interested in judging or sponsoring this competition, there is a form for you too!NAWIC Chapter 302 invites kids in grades K–6 to participate in our Block Kids Building Program on Saturday, January 31, 2026. This fun, hands-on event introduces children to the exciting world of construction through creativity and problem-solving.

Why Attend?

Spark interest in construction careers

Encourage creativity and critical thinking

Fun prizes and recognition

Ways to Help:✅ Judges: Evaluate creative building projects and encourage participants.✅ Event Volunteers: Assist with registration, guiding participants, and event setup.

Ready to Make an Impact?

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2026 Women Build - Volunteer Days with Habitat
2026-05-01 08:30 - 09:30
Plan to attend the kick-off breakfast on May 1 – 8:30 am – 9:30 am

Sign-up to volunteer on Thursdays in May – 8:30 am – 12:30 am

We have reserved five volunteer slots for each Thursday in May, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., for NAWIC members and friends to help on a Habitat project. We would love your help filling these spots, so please consider signing up and sharing this opportunity with colleagues who also may be interested. Space is limited each day, so be sure to reserve your spot using the sign-up link below:

Sign Me Up Women Build

In addition, we are also fundraising for this initiative. If you’re interested in supporting the effort financially, we’d love for you to “join our team” through Habitat’s team page here:

https://give.habitatkalamazoo.org/teams/26507

Please let us know if you have any questions. We’re excited to see our NAWIC community out in the field supporting this meaningful cause!

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Jun 23: Lunch & Learn
2026-06-23 11:30 - 13:00 | 2255 W CENTRE AVE | PORTAGE, MI 49024 – 2ND FLOOR EVENT SPACE, 2255 W Centre Ave, Portage, Michigan, 49024
Join us for an in-depth look at specialized geotechnical and construction materials engineering services. Through real-world case studies, this session will highlight how strategic testing and monitoring solutions help project teams better understand risk, enabling confident decisions that impact budget and schedule. Download flyer

REGISTER HERE

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Jul 16: Dinner & Learn
2026-07-16 16:00 - 18:30 | 104 E Water Street, 104 E Water Street Ste. 201, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
Beyond Hard Hats and Harnesses:The Hidden Health Hazards of Construction

Join Julie Callaway, President of BDN Industrial Hygiene Consultants, for anengaging discussion on the hidden health hazards that impact construction projectsand the people who build them. Drawing from more than 35 years of experienceand real Michigan projects—including Michigan Central Station, healthcare facilities,and local schools—Julie will explore the role Industrial Hygiene plays in identifying,evaluating, and controlling exposures to asbestos, lead, silica, and otheroccupational health hazards.Attendees will gain practical insights into project planning, risk management,regulatory compliance.

RSVP to Laura Ash – HERE

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