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Influential philanthropist, accomplished visual artist receives Western honorary degree

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… Petersen KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University awarded an honorary degree to Audrey Morean Petersen , an … Michigan, along with James Golden . The company began as a service facility for electronic modules, printed circuit … manufacturing solutions company. Headquartered in the Gateway area of St. Petersburg, Florida, it has more than 100 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/70214

Flags lowered Thursday for Senior Chief Petty Officer Jason P. May

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… the USS Essex. The Essex, an amphibious assault ship, was deployed at sea as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. … at the Lee-Ellena Funeral Home in Macomb. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 9. Flags at … lowered to half-staff throughout Michigan and on Michigan waters to honor Michigan servicemen and servicewomen killed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25451

Dr. Lawrence B. Schlack obituary

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… Michigan University, died July 8 at Rose Arbor Hospice. He was 85. Survivors include his wife, Dr. Marilyn Schlack, … at WMU multiple times and in multiple teaching roles. He was a full-time member of the faculty from 1964 to 1967 and … 1981 to 1988, officially retiring in 1988 after a decade of service to the University. However, he continued to serve …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48924

Fieldwork in Alaska: Students bring mobile tax preparation to residents

Haworth College of Business

… Fritz Allhoff, the trip took volunteer teams who provided services in the villages of Napaskiak, Oscarville and … Senior Will Roosien says the volunteer trip to Alaska was "eye opening." WMU Haworth College of Business senior … as help others in the process. Alaskan skyline “The trip was arranged to fly trained volunteer tax preparers out to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75147

Nominations sought for Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award

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… Nominations sought for Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Nominations Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award are due Jan. 30, 2015. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Nominations are … are eligible if they have at least seven academic years of service to the University and are not previous winners. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/19988

Refreshments, games to greet returning students, faculty and staff

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… and introduce members of the campus community to the many services and resources available to them at Sindecuse. About … and improving patient health. Clinic and nursing services include evaluation and treatment for a variety of … promotion and education programs, counseling and psychiatry services for students, lab and X-ray diagnostic services, a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/08/18070

Herbert W. Kenz obituary

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… and longtime member of the military, died Sept. 17. He was 87. Kenz, of Kalamazoo, spent 30 years in education, … associate director of the office in 1988 after 23 years of service. During his tenure as associate director, Kenz was responsible for all federal, state and University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27621

Make a Difference staff award nominations due

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… Make a Difference staff award nominations due Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … Western Michigan University's semiannual Make a Difference awards are due by Friday, Feb. 28 . Make a Difference is a … awards presented to employees who provide exceptional service to the University. Every fall and spring, semiannual …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/12876

Preparing for private equity success at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… Adamski on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Senior finance student Michael Harmon is tackling preparation for the workforce through … involvement in  Phi Delta Theta and the  Financial Services Association has helped me develop leadership skills … has his sights set on the life ahead of him. "As I work toward a career in private equity, I am actively building both …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/09/finance-michael-harmon-private-equity

Martin E. Gingerich obituary

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… , professor emeritus of English, died Oct. 19 . He was 84. Gingerich, of Buckley, Michigan, joined the WMU … in 1968 and retired in 1990 after more than 21 years of service to the University. He conducted research in the Wales while on sabbatical leave in 1977-78. His book, W.H. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43957