Koretsky set to take WMU College of Arts and Sciences reins
Dr. Carla M. Koretsky, professor of geosciences and dean of WMU's Lee Honors College, will become the dean of WMU's College of Arts and Sciences, effective July 1.
'Farewell,' exhibit curated by Don Desmett, on display at the Richmond Center
The exhibit, free and open to the public, is on display in the Richmond Center for Visual Arts' Monroe-Brown Gallery through Friday, May 27.
First students in Multimedia Arts Technology program to graduate
The graduates are set to receive their diplomas April 30 and embark on new careers in high-tech, professional music production.
College Signing Day celebration not just for star athletes anymore
Kalamazoo County College Signing Day will take place starting at 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 2, in WMU's University Arena.
WMU to celebrate Arbor Day, Tree Campus recertification
A joint Arbor Day celebration will be held Friday, April 29, by WMU and the city of Kalamazoo at two locations.
Eleanor Rose Samson obituary
Services for Eleanor Rose Samson will be held at noon on Monday, May 2, in Portage and at noon on Tuesday, May 3, in Muskegon.
Three candidates for enrollment management role to visit campus
The presentations will take place Friday, April 29; Tuesday, May 3; and Tuesday, May 10, in various locations around campus.
Robert 'Rob' E. Fedorchak obituary
Robert "Rob" E. Fedorchak, a former maintenance services staff member, died April 14 at age 69. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 28.
New gifts will support K Promise students headed for teaching careers
The anonymous gift and another $25,000 gift from Kalamazoo's Advia Foundation are the basis for a new WMU-KPS Future Educators Program.
Room-and-board rates to rise by 3.5 percent for 2016-17
For a student living in a traditional residence hall and selecting a 15-meal plan, the new rates will translate to an increase of $315 for the full academic year.
WMU to confer some 2,600 degrees during spring commencement
Graduation exercises, tailored for students in specific academic programs, have been set for 9 a.m. and 12:30, 3:30 and 7 p.m. Saturday, April 30, in Miller Auditorium.
Robert 'Bob' L. Smith obituary
Dr. Robert L. Smith, professor emeritus of communication, died April 11 at age 82. He retired in 1996 after 31 years of service to the University.
Historical novelist snags Light Center research grant
The fifth annual Timothy Light Center for Chinese Studies Research grant has been awarded to Dr. Victor Xiong.
Alfred Balkin obituary
Dr. Alfred Balkin, professor emeritus of education and professional development, died March 23 at the age of 84.
WMUK to hold candidate visits this month
Three candidates for WMUK's general manager position will be making public presentations on-campus the week of April 25.
Garrison Keillor to spin tales at Miller Auditorium
The famed American storyteller and humorist will appear for one engagement at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 27.
Miller Auditorium presents 'Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man'
The romantic comedy will run for three performances Friday and Saturday, April 22-23, in the Shaw Theatre at the Gilmore Theatre Complex.
Malcolm H. Robertson obituary
Dr. Malcolm H. Robertson, professor emeritus of psychology, died Feb 28 at the age of 90. He retired in 1998 after 37 years of service.
Evaline Sue Marks obituary
Evaline Sue Marks, a former Dining Services staff member, died March 26 at age 68. She retired in 2002 after 33 years of service.
Waldo Library to extend hours for end of semester
The library will be open 24 hours a day beginning at 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 20, through midnight Thursday, April 28.
Room-and-board rates for 2016-17, Florida lease top board agenda
WMU's Board of Trustees will meet in formal session at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 21, in the Heritage Hall ballroom.
Food insecurity, hunger prevention focus of community breakfast series
Jennifer Johnson, executive director at Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes, will give a presentation titled "What is Food Insecurity?" at 8 a.m. Friday, April 29.
Integrated supply management student nets prestigious scholarships
Aaron McClendon has earned the $10,000 Gary L. Buffington Scholarship and the $5,000 R. Gene Richter Scholarship.
Concerto competition winners to join WMU Symphony Orchestra in concert
The annual Concerto Concert, University Symphony Orchestra's final concert of the season, is set for 3 p.m. Sunday, April 24, in Miller Auditorium.
Two WMU researchers answer invitation to visit White House
Dr. Andrea Beach and Monica Liggins-Abrams were in Washington April 4 for an annual meeting related to U.S. Department of Education's First in the World Program.
WMU’s Music Therapy Clinic set to present annual concert
The 36th annual Music Therapy Clinic Concert will take place at 7 p.m. Monday, April 18, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall.
Spring is season for student employment scams
Career and Student Employment Services has compiled a list of red flags to look for to help students identify fictitious or disreputable employers.
WMU honored for college access and advising work
For the second consecutive year, WMU has been honored by the Michigan College Access Network for its work in expanding and ensuring college access and success.
Senior engineering students showcase engineering projects
Senior engineering students will present projects they have completed to solve problems facing business and industry Tuesday, April 19.
Campus community invited to weigh in on Valley design concepts
During a day of presentations Wednesday, April 20, four companies will explain their preliminary concepts and ideas for renovating Goldsworth Valley I dining facilities.