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WMU again named one of top 'green colleges' in U.S.

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… University was also noted as the only Michigan university with a student sustainability fee that provides support for … rating for each school that ranges from 60 to 99. Schools with a score of 83 or better were included in the guide. … for college-bound students in 2010 in collaboration with the U.S. Green Building Council, or USGBC, which is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6804

WMU human resources student chapter wins fifth national award

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… time in six years. The society honored the WMU chapter with a Merit Award, which comes after four consecutive years … of its student chapter members as well as partnership with the society, support of the human resource management … provides an outstanding opportunity for students to network with other human resource management professionals and to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/7849

New head coach for Bronco gymnastics named

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… Penny Jernigan as our next gymnastics coach. She comes with a vast amount of experience not only as an assistant at … Conference championship last season. In 18 years with the Tar Heels, Jernigan developed several talented … served as head coach of the Level 10 Elite Girls Team with the GymCarolina Gymnastics Academy from 1992 to 1998. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8572

Acclaimed New York playwright to read as part of Frostic Series

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… Series. Edward Allen Baker , a New York City playwright with more than 30 plays to his credit, will read at 8 p.m. … translated into four languages. Others include "Rosemary with Ginger," "North of Providence," "Face Divided," which … starring Judith Ivey, and "Face Divided." "Rosemary with Ginger" is due to begin filming in early 2013 as an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/10810

Princeton Review lauds Haworth College of Business

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… The 2014 edition has two-page profiles of the schools with write-ups on their academics, student life and … students' decision to attend Western Michigan University with great recommendations from family and friends. One … to the school by a CEO. Most students seem quite happy with their choice." "The Best 295 Business Schools" is among …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11368

Michigan winemaker next speaker in Entrepreneurship Series

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… Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and … in the area for more than 25 years. After apprenticing with his father, Moersch sharpened his winemaking and … and speakers Jan. 10: Dale Anderson, owner of Confections with Convictions Feb. 14: Steve Hartmeier, president and CEO …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11123

Board of Trustees approves minimal apartment rate increases

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… will increase rental rates by $7 to $23 per month, starting with the fall 2014 semester. The recommended rates for all … in WMU housing enjoy the added benefits of campus living with convenient access to classes, events and academic … average of 2.49 percent, keeping prices competitive with the surrounding community. Effective fall 2014, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/12/11933

State research universities partner to increase faculty diversity

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… on KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University is a partner with the state's other four research universities in a … the number of minority faculty members. WMU is joining with Michigan Technological University, the University of … "I am excited about this opportunity and proud to partner with the graduate colleges of the other Michigan research …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/12/11964

Remembering trailblazing alumnus who reshaped college experience for foster care youth

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… led to WMU forming a support program for students with experience in foster care. Inspired by his advocacy and … we will honor him is to continue living a life of purpose with joy, to never stop learning and to share our gifts and talents with others,” says Ronicka D. Hamilton , Seita Scholars …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73609

Students picking up litter, raising funds to preserve Great Lakes

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… Master of Business Administration program are partnering with the Alliance for the Great Lakes to host a beach … community leadership, teamwork, collaboration and leading with a purpose—all while having an impact." Beach litter … organizing the event. Community members are invited to help with the cleanup and learn more about keeping beaches and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47683