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WMU engineering student excels in the classroom, on the rugby field

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… game. (Roger Mazzarella) "Yeah, we do take hits. It does take a toll," Backe says. "I'm sore going to class half the week, but I love it." The love of … it now," he says. "The kids come in and they'll just run up and hug you."  The experience could also pay dividends …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53485

WMU students to compete in cross-country solar car race

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… will compete in a cross-country solar competition that will track a course through the heart of Kalamazoo. The … the more than 1,600-mile course and make mandatory overnight and checkpoint stops all along the route. Kalamazoo … an aeronautical engineering major from Saginaw, Mich., does mechanical and body work for the Sunseeker. He is a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/909

University Theatre presents 'The Mystery of Edwin Drood'

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… University Theatre presents 'The Mystery of Edwin Drood' Submitted by … is besotted with Rosa. When Edwin disappears one stormy night everyone fears he may be dead. Or is he? Audiences … Theatre Complex or Miller Auditorium ticket offices. Group discounts are available by calling (269) 387-3227. For …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28238

Michigan Geological Survey advances with new leadership, facility and funding

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… projects throughout Michigan.  Sara Pearson in Iceland at the famous columnar basalt in Vik Sara Pearson, an alumna … industry professionals, while providing expanded space to support the growing volume of geological data housed in … of MGREE, received $750,000 in the latest budget from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The goal of Project CleanMI is to …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-mgs

Former trustee's book sheds light on lobbying

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… , who retired in 2005 as vice president of worldwide government relations for the Kellogg Co., self-published … the unsavory view the public has of lobbyists, Franklin does not shy away from that view. "I run right at it," he … State Affairs Committee and Washington Representatives Group of the Grocery Manufacturers of America. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20828

Virtual career fairs to connect WMU students to employers

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Hundreds of employers will vie for candidates to fill full- and part-time jobs as well as internships … interviewing on  Friday, Jan. 29 . Candidates can  sign up for sessions  online . The biggest spring event is the … Employment Services at (269) 387-2745. Thursday, Feb. 18 Government and Nonprofit Job Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  View …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62621

Scholarships available for short-term study abroad

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… on Study abroad this spring or summer. KALAMAZOO—Applications are being accepted for scholarships that offer awards of up to $2,500 to offset the cost of Western Michigan University students participating in a select group of short-term study abroad programs this spring and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/3836

Landscape Services plants seeds of stewardship, innovation on WMU campus

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… Landscape Services plants seeds of stewardship, innovation on WMU campus Submitted by Erin Flynn on Nick Gooch plants seedlings near the Western Heights residence … all of the seed flats out of the cooler. The embryos ‘woke up’ and there was no turning back,” says Jackson, who has …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60122

Bronco Bash welcomes students with free food and music

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… is Friday, Sept. 7. KALAMAZOO—More than 400 student organizations, University departments and local businesses are expected to participate in welcoming students to a new school year at the 2012 … Programs. "Bash also gives everyone the chance to catch up with each other in a very fun and exciting way." Students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1364

WMU TV spot garners national honor

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… WMU TV spot garners national honor Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The … commercial that is part of Western Michigan University's Go West advertising campaign has earned its creators a 2014 … work by WMU's University Chorale before closing with the "Go West" tagline. AVIA's panel of judges, comprised of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17435