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Interactive, hands-on live show added to Miller Auditorium lineup

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… University's Miller Auditorium for the new live show "Brain Candy Live," starring Adam Savage, editor-in-chief of … and Michael Stevens, creator of the award-winning YouTube Channel Vsauce. The show has added 24 cities to its … and co-hosted by Savage, the show mixed scientific method with problem-solving curiosity and ingenuity to confirm or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41950

Western joins new initiative to increase Michigan's child welfare workforce

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… of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is partnering with Western and four other public universities to begin … for up to two semesters of stipends, and graduate students can receive stipends for up to four semesters. "Supporting … universities, as well as free training sessions that can offset some requirements of preservice training for …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/western-joins-initiative

Students learn of triumph and persistence in life of Walt Disney

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… Disney, studying his background, successes and failures. With instructor Dr. Christopher Tremblay , the group … journey following in the footsteps of the American entrepreneur and pioneer in the animation industry. … life, from birth to death. "By walking in his footsteps, you get an idea of the simplicity of his life and what was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54752

Annual Relay for Life fundraiser starts this week

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… a walker, donor or observer. KALAMAZOO—The Colleges Against Cancer at Western Michigan University will host the American … This year, WMU Relay For Life participants are competing with their counterparts from Central Michigan University to … fun and exciting 24 hours planned. Everyone is invited, and you do not need to be in a team to come and enjoy the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15028

Tickets still available for Demetri Martin comedy show

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… best known for his Comedy Central show, "Important Things with Demetri Martin." He released a stand-up CD/DVD, "These … to $12 for WMU students with a valid Bronco ID Card. They can be purchased by calling (269) 387-2300 or … Programs office at (269) 387-2118. Contact: Tonya Durlach April 2, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/205

NPR host to speak as part of the Reading Together program

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… hallmarks of public radio, Gladstone tackles sticky issues with frankness and transparency. Brooke Gladstone Gladstone … media." In it, she depicts the role of the press in American history as told through a cartoon version of herself. … perceptions and, in some cases, people's identities. "If you're at all familiar with Brooke's NPR program, you know …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5928

Five-time Tony nominee 'Rock of Ages' visits campus

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… Whitesnake and more. Still rocking' on Broadway and with smash-hit productions in Australia, London and South … Dead or Alive," "Here I Go Again," "Harden My Heart," "Can't Fight this Feeling," "Renegade" and "I Want To Know … Gauthier at @email or (269) 387-2245. Contact: Tonya Durlach January 19, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/86

Award-winning WMU alumna is new Grand Rapids regional location director

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… two-time Western graduate and recipient of the Grand Rapids Young Professionals Raising the Bar Award, Roehm will lead the University's largest regional location. With a robust portfolio of nonprofit program development, … to better understand how to serve that region and how we can provide the academic programs they need the most." About …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64494

Marketing grad finds avenue to follow passion for diabetes advocacy

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… Flynn on Taylor Ernst's support animal, Muffin, has been with her throughout her college experience and will tag … discovered she had type 1 diabetes. "I was diagnosed so young that I can barely remember what it was like to not take an insulin …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75820

Rich palette of local artist on display at WMU

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… University of Kentucky at Lexington. She has also studied with nationally recognized artists Jack Beal, Michael Berger … at Bronson Children's Hospital in Kalamazoo, and her work can be found in many private and public settings in Michigan … and instruction in a variety of settings. "Colors of Life" can be viewed from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/103