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Food, entertainment highlights of Kalamazoo Ribfest

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… One of the original festivals held downtown, Ribfest is now in its 30th year and attracts more than 10,000 people … go to benefit the Arc Community Advocates, which works with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to empower …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33571

Aspiring educators gather from across the state to learn, grow and collaborate

College of Education and Human Development

… led by Dr. Brianne Pitts.  Members of AEM's E-board pose with Dr. Brianne Pitts (center). Debbie Schuitema from the … they enter into the field of teaching.” The event started with a keynote address  from Dr. Brianne Pitts , assistant professor …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71409

WMU expert tells PBS audience University has resources to help vulnerable students transition to college

College of Education and Human Development

… to college can be difficult for any student. For those with learning disabilities, it can be even more challenging … looking for and how to find a therapist for their children with learning disabilities. "We find that students with … support. When students move to college, they are no longer overseen by IDEIA, they are then covered …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71595

Western Army ROTC cadet top in state, ranked 8th nationally

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… as the top cadet in the state of Michigan—a prestigious honor earned four times in the past six years by cadets in the … a sophomore in high school when her varsity cheer coach suggested she consider a career in the military because of her … health care seemed like a natural choice.” After speaking with a U.S. Army recruiter, she was encouraged to apply and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67835

Sales students continue high performance at national competitions

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… high performance at national competitions Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on From left: Khaja, Eckert and … Competition. A two-month effort DeVos and Khaja worked with Dr. James Eckert , associate professor of marketing, … to a given situation. The challenge involved meeting with a bank branch manager to set up a mutual referral …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20776

Criminologist tapped for his expertise on video games and violence

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… Criminologist tapped for his expertise on video games and violence Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on DeCamp (Photo credit: Encore … behavior. "People who have close positive relationships with their parents are a lot less like to engage in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45673

Essential Needs and Dining Services team up to demo cooking skills for students

Student Affairs

… utilized canned food and pantry staples supplemented with fresh produce. Students learned how to properly … purchased for the demo.  “Canned food has a bad rep of not being healthy or tasty,” says Donielle Easlick , program … how to grate block cheese instead of purchasing bagged shredded cheese. Both tips will help students save …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75288

Free festival features new plays by Kalamazoo playwrights

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… Kalamazoo. The event is free and open to the public, and no reservations are necessary. Sponsored by WMUK 102.1 FM, … S. Gilmore Foundation, plays contain mature content and are not intended for younger audiences, unless otherwise noted. 2018 selected plays "The Alleyway" by Emma Franzel, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44704

Multiple public career fairs to be held at WMU this fall

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… career fairs to be held at WMU this fall Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … students and recent alumni. Members of the public, along with students and alumni from WMU and other area colleges … employer presentations as well as opportunities to network with representatives from supply chain companies. Some …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48887

Wisconsin Brass Quintet to perform Bach, Schuller and Etler

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… WMU campus to perform works including J.S. Bach’s Partita No. 4, Gunther Schuller’s Music for Brass Quintet and Alvin …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43183