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WMU president unveils goal to achieve one of Michigan's top graduation rates

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… top graduation rates Submitted by Deanne Puca on During his 2023-24 State of the University address, President Montgomery outlines Western's vision to achieve one of Michigan's highest graduation rates, … retention and close the equity gap in graduation rates for historically underrepresented students. KALAMAZOO, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73200

Alexis Brown: Achieving Excellence in Aviation

College of Aviation

… Alexis Brown: Achieving Excellence in Aviation Submitted by Tom … on ATLANTA—When it came to a career in aviation, Alexis Brown always seemed to know she was on the right "track." … college careers, her parents competed in that sport and, listening to their stories about travels and meets while …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58976

Biking for Black Lives Matter: WMU vocal jazz director raising money, awareness to combat systemic racism

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… Biking for Black Lives Matter: WMU vocal jazz director raising money, awareness to combat systemic racism Submitted by Erin Flynn on Greg Jasperse plans to bike 1,000 miles and raise $10,000 this summer for the NAACP Legal Defense and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60200

Education students mingle with reptiles during visit from alligator sanctuary

College of Education and Human Development

… Education students mingle with reptiles during visit from alligator sanctuary Submitted by Chris Hybels on Education students were surprised by a visit from the Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75512

Rianna Clay-Valdez: Building a career path and leaning into authenticity

Haworth College of Business

… by Stacey Anderson on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Trial and error—It is one of the best methods of learning. And Rianna … a variety of fields of study, but my skills in analysis and math, paired with my passion for uplifting my … The experiences that Clay-Valdez has on the horizon for this year are exciting and dovetail with her talents and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75085

Mobility grant drives WMU and state forward as leaders in high-tech education, research and training

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Undergraduate research assistant Maggie Waechter (left) works with Dr. Claudia … industry. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is one of three research universities selected by the state …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75119

WMU now offering a bachelor’s degree in event management; accepting students this fall

College of Education and Human Development

… bachelor’s degree in event management; accepting students this fall Submitted by Chris Hybels on WMU students at the Kalamazoo Institute of … Mich.—After much anticipation, Western Michigan University is now offering a bachelor’s degree in event management …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71572

Assistant professor to present on professional identity in counselor education

College of Education and Human Development

… Assistant professor to present on professional identity in counselor education Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Olivia Ngadjui KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Olivia  Ngadjui , assistant professor in Western Michigan University's Department …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72789

Andy Grammer to perform campus concert

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… Wednesday, Oct. 24 , in the Bernhard Center Ballroom. Chris Wallace will open the show. The concert is presented by the Campus Activities Board. Admission is $1 with a valid student Bronco Card, and $2 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2273

Sky Broncos precision flight team places 8th in national competition

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… Sky Broncos precision flight team places 8th in national competition … Submitted by Deanne Puca on 2021-22 Sky Broncos precision flight team KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's precision flight team, the Sky Broncos , placed eighth overall …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68117