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Kercher Center for Social Research

The Kercher Center for Social Research (KCSR) was founded in 1956 as a research and consultation center.

Purpose and commitment

The center emphasizes multi-disciplinary collaboration and consultation and is committed to providing quality research services in combination with effective student training. Their mission is:

1. To advance the understanding of social processes and of social policy analysis
2. To train undergraduate and graduate students to become the next generation of social researchers
3. To serve the research needs of Kalamazoo and surrounding communities, the southwest region, and the State of Michigan

For inquiries about the Kercher Center for Social Research, please contact:

Paul Ciccantell
Office: 2528 Sangren
Phone: (269) 387-3594
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