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Red Wings defenseman Danny DeKeyser scores goal of graduating from WMU
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… left school near the end of his junior year when he was signed by Detroit—a team he'd idolized since he was a child. "Our season had gotten done a couple weeks before, and I looked at myself and I was on the … a lot of great people here that really helped me along the way these past nine years." His wife also helped encourage …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54118
WMU seeking volunteers for Color Run 5K race
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… and to greet runners. 8:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., to rev up the crowd, toss color and hand out water. Noon to 4 p.m. for race day cleanup. For more information , email volunteer@thecolorrun.com. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/39015
WMU celebrates fall 2024 graduates at Dec. 14 commencement
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… outstanding graduates have thrived at WMU by finding support in pursuing their career aspirations and purpose. … Livestream Lounge. Indicate the number of tickets you need, up to four, and specify which ceremony your guests will …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/fall-2024-commencement-details
Students take third place in national student advertising competition
Haworth College of Business
… team and Dr. Lancendorfer, who were there every step of the way," says Eydinov. "As someone who has previous experience … are Hot Dog Moments." "This competition is an excellent way for students to learn about the advertising campaign …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53330
Love on the ice: A Lawson romance comes full circle
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… Ohio—Western Michigan University's Lawson Ice Arena will always hold a special place in Doug Wheelright's heart. He … her team was practicing. "I honestly just thought Doug was super cute when I saw him at the rink! I remember telling … and skate around the ice," Doug says. They even found a way to work in their favorite pastime when they tied the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63180
Greenhouse staff pushes past glass ceiling for Alice the Agave plant
College of Arts and Sciences
… to follow suit soon. The Agave's spike is already showing signs it is nearing the end of its life. Once the plant … special measures.” Jackson constructed a protective setup using six-inch acrylic tubing, supported by sturdy … “Who wouldn’t love to work here?” says Jackson. “There’s always something to do.” Alice is more than a local …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71874
Campus, local community members weigh in on transportation issues
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… Friday, May 10 . Open house attendees were given various ways to communicate their issues and ideas, including … plan that is serviceable for many years to come." Significant input gathered Facilities Management's campus … Investing in dedicated bicycle lanes Improving connections between WMU and surrounding neighborhoods Adding shared …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53148
Safety communication options grow out of committee appointed by Dunn
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… in Kalamazoo on a single evening last February. The group worked to examine existing communication tools and … additions that would allow the University to improve the way it advises students of imminent danger that is off … events that could become part of the new Twitter account designed to "push" an advisory safety message about off-campus …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37740
Child life students represent WMU with conference scholarships
College of Education and Human Development
… Children's Hospital. And I know in the future it will open up the doors for more opportunities." Child life at WMU The … to pursue a career in child life or a related field. Upon graduation, students are eligible to sit for the child …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/10/child-life-students-scholarship-conference-glaclp
U.S. Poet Laureate Levine to speak at WMU's Schneider Hall
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… book is frequently referenced by those praising the poet. Upon Levine's appointment as Poet Laureate in August 2011, … wonderful reader who engages the crowd, and his poetry is always companionable and generous. I believe he is the best … a way of conveying the level of quality the new prize was designed to honor. Scott and Levine also once did a reading …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1511