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WMU honors alumnus, Medal of Honor recipient at Bronco football game
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… M. Davis on President Donald Trump drapes McCloughan with the Medal of Honor at the White House July 31, 2017 (U.S. … Again, he ran into danger to rescue his men. As he cared for two soldiers, shrapnel from a rocket-propelled … (who was) involved in it. I hope that I can live up to what this medal represents." Learn more about McCloughan's …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43734
One-of-a-kind small and medium business conference to be held in downtown Kalamazoo
Haworth College of Business
… Kalamazoo Submitted by Stacey Lowis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Co. Lab, a new conference focused on small and medium … Michigan University’s Haworth College of Business on Sept. 25 and 26 . The casual, two-day conference is made possible … and interactive sessions led by seasoned leaders who will share their firsthand inspiring experiences and practical …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75567
WMU president elected to prestigious American Academy of Arts and Sciences
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… University President Edward Montgomery has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the academy … the arts, business, government and public affairs. "We are pleased to recognize the excellence of our new members, … at the McCourt School of Public Policy. During a more than 35-year academic career, he has held faculty positions at …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52999
Board of Trustees to consider four-year contract with AFSCME during special meeting
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… meeting Submitted by Megan Looker on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees will meet … approval of a labor contract with Local 1668 and Council 25 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal … members in year four. The new agreement calls for health care plan changes that align with those for the WMU chapter …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66228
2020-21 general fund budget tops Board of Trustees' agenda Thursday
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… 2020-21 general fund budget tops Board of Trustees' agenda Thursday Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees is … Dr. Kahler Schuemann at kahler.schuemann@wmich.edu by 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16. Find the board's full agenda and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61181
WMU taps leader from Oregon State to take reins of Bronco Athletics
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… athletic director and chief operating officer, will take the reins of Bronco Athletics effective Jan. 1 , pending … who is retiring this month after a four-decade career at Western, including 24 years heading up the … donors and engaging in civic partnerships to fund a $153 million stadium renovation through a fundraising …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66647
WMU looks to collect 200 pints of blood during annual challenge
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… challenge Submitted by Deanne Puca on Donate blood at the Student Recreation Center Thursday, March 22. KALAMAZOO, … Michigan University students have set from 11 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, March 22 , at the Student Recreation … members of the University and Greater Kalamazoo communities are invited to participate. For this year's friendly CMU vs. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45727
Mix of fall classes serves safety, instructional innovation and WMU’s high-quality education
W Magazine
… assistant student practices suturing. This class was among the first to return to in-person instruction on campus. This … spaces on scheduled meeting days and times. Students are offered hands-on or participatory learning in a physical … meet both in-person and through virtual delivery with 51% or more of the instruction occurring through distance …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61837
Physical therapy students research impact of lift training in facilities for adults with disabilities
College of Health and Human Services
… Physical therapy students research impact of lift training in facilities for adults with disabilities … and department chair. Their research and training are intended to prevent injuries and maintain safety for CDS …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73971
New digital narrative tells story of a ‘Girl’s Journey to Ecuador’ and flight from Nazi Germany
University Libraries
… Sara Volmering on A new interactive digital narrative tells the story of Ina Juretschke, who lived in Ecuador for one … to the United States with her family. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What started as dusty boxes of slides and photographs has … that's tangible for their family that now they can share,” Bocko said. “I thought it was a nice kind of moment …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69162