University Symphonic Band to present a preview concert
The Sunday, Feb. 21, concert will include material the band plans to play at the College Band Directors National Association North Central Division Conference.
Cirque Zíva comes to Miller Auditorium
Golden Dragon Acrobats Present Cirque Zíva will wow audiences during a single performance at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20.
Student leadership institute accepting registrations
Learn how to become a stronger leader by attending the Diversity and Leadership Institute from 1 to 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19.
Award winning U-M professor, author next up in Frostic Reading Series
Claire Vaye Watkins, a Guggenheim Fellow and assistant professor in the U-M Helen Zell Writers' Program, will read from her works Thursday, Feb. 28.
Informative fundraiser planned for WMU's Kleinstuck Preserve
Proceeds from the documentary film "Symphony of the Soil" will go toward protecting the preserve. Tickets are sold out.
College financial aid options explained at free event
A College Goal Sunday event will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, in WMU's Schneider Hall.
WMU Children's Place Learning Center to sponsor family fun night
The Family Fun Night is set for Wednesday, Feb. 17. This year's theme is "To the Moon and Back" and the event will feature crafts, games and food.
Gold Company to 'swing better' in upcoming performances
WMU's award-winning vocal jazz ensemble will perform standards, rock and roll and more at 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, in Miller Auditorium.
Employees invited to nominate students for 'Who's Who'
Faculty and staff members may nominate students through Friday, Feb. 12, for "Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges."
WMU excels at educating, producing entrepreneurs
WMU has a growing number of educational opportunities and resources inside and outside the classroom designed to support and produce the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Now is good time to consider winter weather issues
The campus community is encouraged to review WMU's snow and ice removal procedures, safe walking tips and closure policy.
WMU trustees to elect officers at upcoming meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, in a public session that has been designated as its formal annual meeting
Renowned musicians join forces for free concert
The ensemble Trio, featuring Randall Hawes, Timothy McAllister and Kathryn Goodson, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, in the Dalton Center Lecture Hall.
Annual concerto competition finals to feature outstanding student musicians
The 2016 finals will be held at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
Horn Day 2016 to feature horn superstar Jeff Nelsen
The popular annual festival, which is open to anyone interested in learning more about the horn, will take place Saturday, Feb. 13, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall.
Japanese shamisen musician to give performance
Sato Michiyoshi will demonstrate the versatility of the shamisen at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, in the Dalton Center Lecture Hall.
Seita Scholars coaching program becomes national, international model
The Seita Scholars coaching program, for youths who have aged out of foster care to be successful in college, has become a model with broader applications.
Former chair of anthropology dies
Robert Jack Smith, professor emeritus and chair of anthropology died Jan. 31. A gathering to celebrate his life will be held Saturday, Feb. 6.
Prepare to vote in Michigan's presidential primary
The Tuesday, March 8, Michigan presidential primary falls during WMU's spring recess. For more information, visit wmich.edu/vote.
Faculty and students to perform concert together
Western Winds will perform a wide variety of works at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall.
WMU awards recognize diversity and inclusion efforts
Campus efforts toward promoting diversity and inclusion will be recognized at the University’s first Spring Convocation at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, in the Fetzer Center.
Gazelle Sports co-owner to speak at next Entrepreneurship Forum
Chris Lampen-Crowell of Gazelle Sports will speak at 8 a.m. Friday, Feb. 12, in 2150 Schneider Hall. The event is free and open to the public
University Theatre presents 'Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson'
The all-student cast will give several performances of the rock musical Feb. 12-28 in the York Arena Theatre at the Gilmore Theatre Complex.
WMU researcher wins $800,000 NSF grant to assess education efforts
Dr. Jessaca Spybrook looks to plan studies that can better assess how well professional development initiatives for science teachers are working.
WMU honors innovative teaching at Spring Convocation
Marian Tripplett and Dr. Dee Ann Sherwood, both of the School of Social Work, will receive the the Innovative Teaching Award at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, in the Fetzer Center.
Jim Tripp obituary
Jim Tripp, a painter/glazier, died Dec. 25, 2015, at age 62. An open house to celebrate his life will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13.
Exchange industry veteran to give Distinguished Speaker Series talk
Laura Morrison will speak at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 10, in 2000 Schneider Hall. Her talk is titled "WMU to Wall Street."
Funding awards help small businesses hire summer interns
Applications for the matching funds, available to businesses with 500 or fewer employees, are due Friday, March 11.
Ensemble featuring WMU music students to play show at Bell's Eccentric Cafe
The 14-piece orchestral pop band MNOE + Lauren Deming will perform at 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12. Tickets are available online and at Bell's General Store.
John J. Pruis obituary
John J. Pruis, a former WMU vice president, professor and secretary to the Board of Trustees, died Friday, Jan. 15, at age 92.