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Emeritus publishes architectural tours of central Kalamazoo

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… The CD includes hundreds of photos Stroh took of significant buildings and building features found within a one-half mile radius of Bronson Park . The … Bronson Park. "The photographs from the tours show details you wouldn't be able to see except with a long telephoto …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12737

Welcoming messages going up around campus

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… up around campus Submitted by Korey Force on Welcome boards can be found near the entrance to WMU’s libraries. … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—"Be proud," "Mi casa es su casa" and "You belong here" are just some of the messages people have … as well as other previous comments. "If we do not agree with where we are at the top in our country, then we need to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38526

Western celebrates first-generation college students, alumni

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… as the saying goes, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step—and it's not always easy when you're the first to take it. "I think graduating from … they have always made sure to direct me to someone who can—making sure to personally connect me with a member of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69691

Saudi student follows a family tradition of becoming a Bronco

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… a lot to his dad, Abdulkabir Ahmed Alashi who graduated with a BA in Anthropology and Social Science in 1983, and … new students are going to make mistakes. They patiently let you keep trying until you feel confident with speaking. I … for international students, but also to interact with American students as much as possible. “If you want to learn how …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2016/08/ahmed-alashi-spotlight

Striking the right chord: From mock interview to music classroom

College of Education and Human Development

… graduation, marking the final note in a journey that began with a mock interview and led to a full-time role at … for the realities of the profession. From mock interviews with practicing administrators to expert panels and hands-on … connection with Western Michigan University so we can not only provide encouragement to aspiring educators, …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/05/art-education-alumni-lands-job-schoolcraft

Newly revamped Western Wellness effort takes fitness and well-being to new heights

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… the year. Step into the action today by logging into your Holtyn account and logging your activity. Similarly, … today, including caregiving for aging adults, communicating with children and putting more laughter in your life. … in a health coaching session. The biometric screening can be done by scheduling an appointment with Holtyn & …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32843

‘Their energy is very powerful’: Guest artist choreographs special performance for Western’s Winter Gala Dance Concert

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… together have a very nice build, and it's almost as if you can't see what the next part is that's coming. I want … a magic between (the) students. They have a connection with each other; it's very powerful," says Hung, an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67175

Pandemic pushes dancers to explore new territory in virtual Winter Gala

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… at the annual Winter Gala Dance Concert . Teaming up with interactive media specialist Kevin Abbott , who runs … resembled a video chat grid. "There's no partnering. We can't move across the space; they can't touch. There are all … with the idea of the glitch and the loss of communication—you know, the freezes and that shared experience of not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63239

Inheriting Aviation: The Targosz Family DNA

College of Aviation

… For WMU students Suzie and Annie Targosz, this saying can be taken literally. Aviation is generations deep in … before they could drive. Both men currently fly as Captains with United Airlines. Amazingly, Andrew and Steve both met … son, Jim, was recently hired at Republic Airlines. Their youngest son, Henry, is in high school and also expresses an …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2018/04/targosz

Celebrating the 2026 College of Engineering and Applied Sciences’ Presidential Scholars

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Presidential Scholars, the highest academic honor that WMU can bestow on its undergraduates. Selection is based on a … evolving challenges that bring new excitement every day. With new threats arising daily, Al Rasbi finds new ways to … rotorcraft, Buccilli is intrigued to see how these machines can become sustainable and integrated into urban …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/04/2026-presidential-scholars