2016 WMU News

WMU orchestra to present 'Fountains of Music'

The WMU Symphony Orchestra's concert will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, in Miller Auditorium.  The performance is free and open to the public.

Frostic Series teams up with Theatre Kalamazoo to present playwright

The Frostic Reading Series along with Theatre Kalamazoo will present a new work by award-winning playwright Adam Szymkowicz Friday, Feb. 5.

Michael Woodhams obituary

Michael "Woody" Woodhams, former electrician in maintenance services, died Jan. 19. A memorial service will be held Monday, Jan. 25.

Water main break to cause temporary road closure, bus stop change

The break, located on Wilber Street adjacent to the cul de sac near Woodlawn Place, will trigger a repair closure tonight—Jan. 21—from approximately 10:30 p.m. to midnight.

University Theatre presents 'A Soldier's Play'

The all-student cast will give several performances of the World War II murder mystery Feb. 5-14 in the Shaw Theatre at the Gilmore Theatre Complex.

WMU, WMU Cooley ink new agreements as Kalamazoo law classes begin

The terms of the new agreements are already enabling the delivery this semester of two upper-level law classes on WMU's main campus in Kalamazoo.

Janice S. Weaver obituary

Janice S. Weaver, a retired Dining Services staff member, died Dec. 30, 2015, at age 68. Services have been held. A message book is available online

Chinese research grants available to faculty

The deadline for submitting proposals, valued at up to $3,000 each, is Friday, Feb. 12. All board-appointed, full-time faculty members are eligible to apply.

Weeklong celebration honors student employees

Nominations are being accepted through Feb. 5 for the outstanding student employee and supervisor awards. Winners will be announced during Student Employee Appreciation Week, Feb. 22-26.

Horn professor to present an exciting program of works with electronics

Lin Foulk will perform at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public.

Diverse list of employers participating in two career fairs

Many student-oriented preparation events are being staged ahead of the annual Career Fair on Thursday, Feb. 11, and the Government and Nonprofit Career Fair on Friday, Feb. 12.

Marvin 'Geno' Milkovich obituary

Marvin "Geno" Milkovich, a former carpet cleaner, died Dec. 24 at age 83. A private graveside service is to be held.

Two campus performances set for Tony award-winning musical 'Once'

The show, recipient of the Best Musical Tony award in 2012, is coming to Miller Auditorium 7:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 25-26.

Employee, retiree open house to highlight recreation center benefits

Learn more about becoming a member of the Student Recreation Center from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 20-21.

Former facilities chief Williams dies at 97

Robert "Herb" Williams of Kalamazoo died Saturday, Jan. 16, in Battle Creek. A visitation is set for 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20.

WMU duo to kick off spring 2016 Frostic Reading Series

National bestselling author Bonnie Jo Campbell and luminary poet Dr. Daneen Wardrop will headline the first installment of the spring 2016 Frostic Reading Series.

Ira Glass to spin stories of 'This American Life'

The creator of the popular public radio program is coming to Miller Auditorium for one appearance at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24.

WMU to use large grants to study improvements to aviation safety

College of Aviation researchers will use the grants to study weather information systems with the aim of improving general aviation safety.

Acclaimed dance company comes to Miller Auditorium

Momix, known internationally for presenting work of exceptional inventiveness and physical beauty, will give one performance at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19.

Fall residence hall sign-up begins

Students planning to return to the residence halls for the 2016-17 academic year can begin the sign-up process for housing on Tuesday, Jan. 19.

WMU student one of six in state awarded prestigious foundation scholarship

Melissa Scheid, a second year physician assistant student, was awarded a $1000 scholarship by the Michigan Physician Assistant Foundation.

Documentary to kick off ethics center's spring series

The documentary, "Peace During War," chronicles the turnaround of two former feuding drug dealers and was directed by WMU's Dr. Jennifer Machiorlatti.

Elton Mayo obituary

Elton Mayo, a former member of the Facilities Management staff, died Jan. 26, 2015, at age 83. Arrangements were handled by Life Story Funeral Homes-Betzler.

Campus talks, exhibit focus on water as an essential global resource

The series theme is "Our Blue Marble—Water, Home and Humanity," and talks run through Wednesday, April 13, in the Lee Honors College lounge.

Officials release early results of stakeholder survey

Responders expressed agreement with proposed initiatives for WMU's revised strategic plan and weighed in on how to prioritize objectives.

Many WMU offices closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Several activities are planned for Jan. 18 in honor of MLK Day. Classes resume and all offices resume normal hours Tuesday, Jan. 19.

It's game on for Chinese New Year

China's games, food and culture will take center stage during a festive, traditional Chinese New Year celebration from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3.

Joseph T. MacLean obituary

Joseph T. MacLean, former manager of the WMU Bookstore, died Sept. 11, 2015, at age 77. Services have been held.

Informational sessions scheduled on proposed general education changes

The Faculty Senate's Ad Hoc Committee on General Education will hold the three brown bag sessions Jan. 14, 20 and 26.

Spring registration underway for low-cost Chinese culture courses

The 10-week, low-cost courses are open to the public. All of them are taught in English, and they are offered to adults age 18 and older for personal enrichment.