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University plans festive faculty and staff mixer
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… 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12 , in Miller Auditorium. The free U Make Western mixer is a celebration of the … that starts at 5:30 p.m. The event also will include free chair massages, creole-inspired hors d'oeuvres and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4624
WMU employee wins Regional United Way sweepstakes
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… Kim LaViolette , landscaping, won a new automobile up to a value of $30,000 through a sweepstakes run by the … if they were first-time givers of at least $50 in undesignated funds or gave an undesignated gift at least $25 … the region. The 2016 sweepstakes was supported by Kellogg Community Federal Credit Union, Cole Automotive Group, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36968
Traditional Chinese fall festival celebrates food, culture
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… in the Student Recreation Center. Admission and parking are free, and for a nominal fee, attendees may sample … Informational display booths. Hands-on activities. Free mini sessions to learn the basic skills of ping pong or …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18461
Historic walking tours show a new side to Kalamazoo neighborhoods
University Libraries
… about Kalamazoo or southwest Michigan are encouraged to set up a research appointment or drop by the Zhang. "I am very … on where they can go," Houghton says. All tours are free, and no advanced registration is required. Attendees should meet at the location on the designated day and time. Summer 2022 Tour Schedule Thursday …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68442
Leading scientists and treatment practitioners slated for Michigan Autism Conference
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… over 20 states and hundreds of agencies providing the most up-to-date and effective treatment and support for individuals affected by autism. Online … on-site during the conference. The conference begins with a free Kick-Off Presentation and Recognition Ceremony …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/42964
Admissions director candidates slated to visit campus
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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Photo of a WMU sign KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Four admissions professionals from … the days and dates of their presentations are: Clark V. Brigger , senior associate director of admissions at the … the University's director of graduate admissions. Clark Brigger has worked in undergraduate admissions at Michigan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20054
Communitywide sustainability resource offerings keep evolving
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… higher education institution to adopt a "green fee" to support campus sustainability. The move was instrumental in … mechanics. Tools and bike stands are available to use free of charge. For a small fee, bike owners may purchase on … broadly applying ecological principles can lead to better-designed societies and an eclectic Sustainability Chats …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53507
Propellers, Power-plants, and Passion: Mason Mihelich Pursues a Career in Aviation Maintenance
College of Aviation
… professional aviation maintenance technician Taking a trip up into the clouds as a senior in high school was more than … a Cessna 172 crystalized this thought -- an experience "way up here" can lead to a career "way down there." Mihelich … is a fleet-maintenance job with United Parcel Service (UPS) Worldwide. But if competitors such as the U. S. Postal …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/04/mihelich
Campus Activities Board presents comedian Chad Daniels
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… on Daniels KALAMAZOO—Comedian Chad Daniels will be drumming up laughs on Western Michigan University's campus at 8 p.m. … which was self-produced, and "Busy Being Awesome," on Stand-up Records. Daniels was named a 2009 Artist of the Year by …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4379
Alumna's personal experience will drive national strategy to combat human trafficking
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… by a trusted relative. A betrayal of trust Hounakey grew up in the West African country of Togo, where becoming a … in order to live in the false identity that (my aunt) had assigned us, we had to practice," Hounakey says. "So, if you … the situation I am today." She often fantasized about her freedom. "I used to do this lady's hair," recalls Hounakey. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/56872