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Historical novelist snags Light Center research grant

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… new historical legend to stand alongside Alexander the Great and Napoleon.” “Midwest Book Review” refers to the author … Press. The award will also be used to support the publication of the Chinese translation of Xiong’s monograph, … with immigration, student success and post-graduation job training.    The institute also facilitates short- and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2016/03/xiong-novel-grant-spotlight

Registration is open for WMU's Turkey Trot 5K

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… Registration is open for WMU's Turkey Trot 5K Submitted by … southwest Michigan's oldest organized race, will begin at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 20 , at Western Michigan … be requested by 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, for those who can no longer participate. Details are posted on the event …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35784

Sports coaching master's program one of 13 accredited by national organization

College of Education and Human Development

… Sports coaching master's program one of 13 accredited by national organization Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … done." Vidic adds, "prospective students of the program can look forward to receiving an education that meets …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75880

Marketing that makes a difference: Q&A with Dr. Ann Veeck

Haworth College of Business

… Marketing that makes a difference: Q&A with Dr. Ann Veeck Submitted by … (Pearson Press, 2020). Veeck has taught in China, the Dominican Republic, Singapore and Italy. Veeck was nominated for … of teaching at WMU is, of course, being with students. I can honestly say that I’ve truly liked all of the students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69503

Ira Glass to spin stories of 'This American Life'

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… Ira Glass to spin stories of 'This American Life' Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Glass … Jesse Michener) KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Ira Glass , the creator of the award-winning public radio show "This American … University's Miller Auditorium at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24 . Purchase tickets online: millerauditorium.com Glass …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29734

Record number of undergraduate patent applications filed at WMU

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… Record number of undergraduate patent applications filed at WMU Submitted by Erin Flynn … undergraduate students pulled off this feat in the 2024-25 academic year. It's a school record, and  Dr. Remzi … ideas, and here at Western, we have multiple students who can now add that to their resume. It's incredible." All 16 …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/record-number-undergraduate-patents-filed-wmu-richmond-institute

Fraternity camping out to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity

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… Fraternity camping out to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity … students on campus that while we are the privileged few who can attend college, not everyone is as lucky as we are. We … or contact the Habitat office at (269) 344-2443. Contact: Jeanne Baron February 24, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/167

Fashion history instructor uses expertise to restart archival project

College of Education and Human Development

… of the development of costume throughout history and its relationship to contemporary fashion. A wedding dress donated … Iris Cooper is creating an archive for historically significant garments and accessories. The Historical Garment …   Iris Cooper "We are trying to build it so anyone can be able to access it, whether you're familiar or not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73074

Putting student well-being ‘front and center’

W Magazine

… of Mental Health Awareness Week in October 2020. The initiative featured several events focused on easing student … driving me insane," says senior Precious Onyegbule . "You can text your friends, FaceTime them all you want, but not … how to help. Learning how to respond is the focus of two training programs open to the campus community this academic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63622

Resilience, hope fuel athletic training grad's drive for success

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… Resilience, hope fuel athletic training grad's drive for success Submitted by Erin Flynn on … open a pro bono clinic, giving free services to people that can't afford them. Once I get my athletic training degree … a big thing to me to make sure that there are spaces for minorities." GOING PLACES In addition to filling out …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66430