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Author Michael Eric Dyson headlines MLK event
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… show host and scholar Dr. Michael Eric Dyson will speak this month at Western Michigan University as part of events … Jr. and (African) American Leadership in the 21st Century," is sponsored by the organizations You Beautiful Black Woman, … King, Malcolm X and Marvin Gaye as well as detailing the disaster of Hurricane Katrina. In addition to Georgetown, he …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/49
Two WMU alumni honored by national physician assistant group
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… Two WMU alumni honored by national physician assistant group Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … two alumni of Western Michigan University's physician assistant program as recipients of two of its top 2013 honors. … of Fenton, Mich,, was named 2013 Outstanding Physician Assistant of the Year by the American Academy of Physician …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7823
High school students honored with WMU writing awards
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… Anonymous (not verified) on The competition accepted journalistic, non-fiction and creative works. KALAMAZOO— Seventeen … Saturday, June 1 at a reception honoring the top submissions from across a six-state region. Authors of the … of Centerburg (Ohio) High School, second place for "Struggles for Power: The Plague of Humanity" Sophia C. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7513
Dancing, art and cultural activities highlight WMU China Festival
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… highlight WMU China Festival Submitted by Deanne Puca on This year's annual China Festival will focus on the culture of … the tradition of the Chinese Moon Festival, which is celebrated in China in mid-autumn. This year's festival will focus on the culture of Xi'an, the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55672
New facility improvement projects continue
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… by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Noticeable progress is continuing on Western Michigan University's Hilltop … of three small residential halls while preserving historic natural features at the site. Beginning Monday, … May, with Zimmerman and then French halls following in a staggered schedule, concluding at the end of September. Each of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63836
WMU celebrates upgraded fashion labs and technology
College of Education and Human Development
… upgraded fashion labs and technology Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Laura Dinehart and President Edward … employed, and that's what we want," Dr. Mary Simpson , assistant professor, told students at the celebration on … by the Textile and Apparel Programs Accreditation Commission (TAPAC) during a site visit in 2021. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74534
WMU seniors to showcase capstone projects
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Conference. Graduating senior Liz Alfaro-Mendoza took this photo of her Senior Design team members taking water flow … showcase. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Student innovation will be on display at Western Michigan University as graduating seniors … skills in capstone projects on Tuesday, April 16 . This semester’s line-up includes an effort improve access to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75305
Dunn to be honored for work with foster care grads
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… at Dearborn's Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation for his contributions to the success of young people who have … for WXYZ TV in Detroit, will serve as emcee for the fundraising gala that will boost resources available for the Fostering Futures Scholarship Trust Fund to disburse assistance during the current academic year. In …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42935
President's cabinet reviewing more than 60 ideas to transform WMU
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… to propose transformational projects and ideas during his fall State of the University address. KALAMAZOO, … Schuemann , secretary to the WMU Board of Trustees and assistant to the president, the submissions represent a wealth of good ideas, as well as a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43888
Trustees approve 3 percent room and board rate increase for 2018-19
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… to tackle deferred maintenance projects and manage rising costs in its campus housing system. Housing and dining … Changes to campus residential living are slated to begin this spring in the South Neighborhood with the removal of Elmwood Apartments. The complex is being replaced with new student-focused housing offering …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46537