2017 WMU News

WMUK sets $164,000 pledge goal for spring drive

The annual spring membership drive will begin Monday, March 27. Make a gift to support award-winning local news and arts content, and popular National Public Radio programs.

See the world on a budget at 28th International Festival

"Travel" around the globe in a single day as WMU's international students showcase their cultures April 2 during the annual International Festival.

WMU gets final OK to offer classes in Punta Gorda and Tampa

With the approval of the Higher Learning Commission, WMU will be able to move forward with its plans, including the launch of an aviation flight science bachelor's degree program.

5K walk to raise funds for clean water initiatives

The event at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 8, aims to increase awareness of the worldwide lack of access to clean water and to raise funds to help Clean Water for the World.

Flags lowered Friday for Air Force Capt. Andrew Becker

Flags on all campuses of WMU will be lowered Friday, March 24, in honor of Air Force Capt. Andrew Becker, formerly of Novi, who died Tuesday, March 14.

Vietnam-era veterans to be honored during campus event

All Vietnam-era veterans attending the March 29 event will be recognized and presented with a U.S. Department of Defense commemorative pin.

Nobel Peace Laureate coming to Kalamazoo

Rigoberta Menchú Tum will present a free, public talk on "An Indigenous Perspective: Protecting People and Planet" at 7 p.m. Friday, March 24. Please note updated time.

Tickets now available for Dunn Farewell event at Miller Auditorium

Tickets for general seating at the April 7 event must be secured before the event and are only available by request through the Miller Auditorium box office in person or by calling (269) 387-2300.

Senior BFA dance majors to present concert

The Graduating Presentations in Dance Concert, titled "soft//power," runs Thursday through Sunday, April 6-9. All performances will be held in Dance Studio B on the third floor of the Dalton Center.

Rising stars in WMU sales and marketing program place at competition

Junior Kaitlyn Phillips and sophomore Lauren Nowakowski represented WMU. They were coached by senior Jeremy Juday and associate professor of marketing Dr. Kelley O'Reilly.

WMU blood drive competition is March 23

Members of the University community and greater Kalamazoo area are invited to participate in Bronco Blood Bash at WMU from 11 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. in the Bernhard Center.

Japanese lessons for teenagers available

The fee is $30 for three lessons, which will be held from 4 to 4:45 p.m. on three consecutive Fridays April 7, 14 and 21.

Free campuswide shredding event open to students and employees

Ensure all professional or personal documents are properly destroyed during campuswide shredding event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, in Lot 41 near Sangren Hall.

WMU students plan Night Out in Vegas for area senior citizens

The free Senior Prom is a sure thing for lovers of swing and ballroom dancing. This year's casino-themed event is set for Thursday, March 30.

Ross Gregory obituary

Ross Gregory, retired professor of history at WMU, died Feb. 10. He was 83.

British author, adventurer to take WMU audience on a journey

Victoria Finlay will take a local audience on an unusual journey to faraway places when she speaks about "How to Travel Through the World's Paintbox" at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 30.

WMU grad programs ranked among nation's best by U.S. News

WMU has eight programs ranked among the top 100 in their disciplines, four in the top 50 and two programs assessed as the best of their kind in Michigan.

WMU Fostering Success program saluted as a 'beacon' for college access

The Michigan College Access Network has awarded Fostering Success Michigan with the 2017 Beacon Award, recognizing it for leadership in the college access and success field

WMU's Ming Li among national diversity award honorees

Dr. Ming Li, dean of the College of Education and Human Development, is among 39 national higher education leaders to receive INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine's 2017 Giving Back Award.

Summer camps offered at Fort St. Joseph archaeological site

The summer camp program provides an opportunity for the public to engage in history and search for evidence at the Fort St. Joseph archeology site

Southwest Michigan slates 2017 Chávez awards dinner

The annual scholarship fundraising dinner honoring the legacy of César E. Chávez is set for April 1. Reservations are encouraged at (269) 387-4420 by March 20.

WMU will award honorary degree to Antonio Flores

Dr. Antonio R. Flores, president and chief executive officer of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, will receive an honorary degree from WMU during April 29 commencement ceremonies.

Sports Media students getting real-world experience with ESPN3

Students in the WMU School of Communication's Sports Media course are learning the ins and outs of live-sports production thanks to communication instructor Wade Cutler and Bronco Productions.

WMUK brings home two more awards

The station won 2016 Michigan Association of Broadcasters best awards in the Musical Programming and Marketing Materials and Promos categories.

WMU racks up four Educational Advertising Awards

The Office of University Relations received awards for its Brand Book, its Visual Identity Program booklet, the Strike Gold television spot and a letterhead project for the Office of Admissions.

Trustees approve moving ahead with downtown property shifts

As a result of the overall shuffle, WMU would own, debt free, one of the four blocks in a development bordered by Kalamazoo, Westnedge, Eleanor and Cooley streets.

WMU board OKs agreement with Florida's Charlotte County

The economic development investment agreement will pave the way for improvements at Punta Gorda Airport designed to enhance WMU's ability to deliver aviation flight training at the facility.

Tickets on sale for comedian Nick Offerman at WMU

Tickets have sold out for the performance. Comedian Nick Offerman is best known for his work on the program “Parks & Recreation” playing the role of Ron Swanson.

Barbara Jane Miller obituary

Barbara Jane Miller, WMU's first lady for 13 years and widow of the University's third president, James W. Miller, died Feb. 14 at age 98.

Local arts administrator to be next speaker in Mercantile speaker series

Belinda Tate, executive director of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, will give a presentation titled "Building Community Through the Arts" at 8 a.m. Friday, March 31, in 2150 Schneider Hall.