October 2016 WMU News

Revitalization of K-Wings is focus of breakfast event

Toni Daniels will talk about the revitalization of the Kalamazoo Wings organization in the next breakfast series event at 8 a.m Friday, Oct. 28.

Sphinx Virtuosi to perform at WMU

Sphinx Virtuosi will perform at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. The performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. discussion hosted by Dr. Robert White.

Research night returns to Waldo Library

Library, Writing Center and study zone staff will give students one-on-one assistance with their research papers from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25.

Romanian scholar to discuss climate change and water resources

Climate change and how it will affect water resources will be the topic of Dr. Liliana Zaharia's talk Friday, Oct. 21.

University Concert Band starts its season Oct. 25

The University Concert Band will kick off its concert season at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, in Miller Auditorium.

Graduate journal extends submission deadline

The Hilltop Review has extended its fall 2016 submissions deadline to Friday, Oct. 21. Peer reviewers also are being sought.

WMU selects new head for military affairs office

Current staff member Billy L. Clayton will take the helm of the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, effective Oct. 17.

Vow renewal sets world record, grabs international coverage

WMU set a new Guinness World Record for the most vow renewals in one place at one time Oct. 8, when 1,201 couples came together near Heritage Hall.

Public career fairs, special events for WMU students slated

Learn about graduate and professional education options Monday, Oct. 24, and broadcasting careers Thursday, Oct. 27. Special events for WMU students begin Wednesday, Oct. 19.

Mexican bank official to discuss migration policy, trade

Dr. Daniel Chiquiar, a high-ranking official at Mexico's central bank, will talk about migration policy and trade Wednesday, Oct. 19.

Committee seeks nominations for observation team

Nominations sought by Oct. 21 for representatives from four WMU units to serve on the Learner Support Program Review and Planning Observation Team.

Duke scholar to address violence, mental illness and the law

Dr. Jeffrey Swanson will explore the intersection of gun violence, mental illness and the law in a free, public discussion Wednesday, Oct. 19.

Employee meetings will explore impact of federal FLSA changes

Identical presentations at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, will bring employees up to date regarding Fair Labor Standards Act changes affecting nonexempt/hourly employees.

Students, employees have free access to New York Times

New this fall, the campus community can subscribe to the digital edition of the New York Times. An account with tools for teachers also is available.

Renowned student success scholar to present public talk

Dr. Terrell Strayhorn from Ohio State University will speak on "Success in College and Beyond" from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19.

WMU choirs present fall showcase

The fall choral showcase, free and open to the public, will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall.

Nominate colleagues for fall 2016 staff award

Monday, Oct. 31, is the deadline to nominate outstanding staffers for the fall semiannual Make a Difference Award.

Concert series features guitarist Fareed Haque

Haque will perform at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. His performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. discussion hosted by Dr. Robert White.

Collect/Project offers free performance

Collect/Project will perform a free recital, "Transformed Realities," at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall.

Football Broncos add first AP ranking to the mix

With a 45-30 victory Oct. 8 over Northern Illinois, WMU debuted at No. 24 in the Associated Press Poll.

Applications sought for German faculty exchange

WMU and the University of Passau invite applications by Friday, Oct. 28, for a short-term faculty exchange between May 1 and June 30, 2017.

Events to examine ethical questions surrounding drones

"Double feature" of events Thursday, Oct. 13, in the Bernhard Center includes a 4 p.m. panel discussion and a 6 p.m. lecture.

WMU trustees to hear search update, consider capital outlay requests

Trustees will meet Tuesday, Oct. 11, to get an update on the presidential search and consider street name changes triggered by an ongoing wayfaring project.

Anonymous donor reveals himself to students who want to be teachers

Program will help students become educators and enhance the diversity of Kalamazoo Public Schools' teaching staff.

Sky Broncos compete for fourth straight regional title

The Sky Broncos precision flight team is competing in NIFA's Safety and Evaluation Conference at Bowling Green Oct. 9-15.

University Theatre presents 'Romeo and Juliet'

The all-student cast will give several performances of the Shakespeare classic Oct. 7-16 in the Shaw Theatre at the Gilmore Theatre Complex.

Football Broncos earn first ever national ranking

Debuting at No. 25 in the USA Today Amway Coaches Poll, the Broncos are 5-0, with wins against two Big 10 teams.

Weeklong WMUK pledge drive underway

Listener contributions support the production of local news and arts content, as well as help the station to purchase popular NPR programs.

Department of Commerce awards $2.1 million for Phase II of BTR Park

The expansion is ultimately expected to attract investments totaling $50 million and create 200 high-tech jobs.

Director of local food incubator to speak at Entrepreneurship Forum

Lucy Dilley, executive director and incubation partner at Can-Do Kitchen, will speak at 8 a.m. Friday, Oct. 14, in 2150 Schneider Hall.