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WMU's nonprofit leadership program named best in nation
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… and faculty pose with the Sprint Program Excellence Award. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's … to local nonprofits. Students studied community needs, set priorities, issued requests for proposals, analyzed 23 … any major from any college. The University also offers a concentration in nonprofit leadership within the Master of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20904
WMU boosts need-based aid for 10 top incoming students
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… on WMU's new Foundation Scholarships consist of 10 $50,000 awards. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—High-achieving students who intend … a shot at one of 10 new $50,000 scholarships that will be awarded based on both academic performance and demonstrated … Foundation Scholarship The Foundation Scholarship fund is set up in the WMU Foundation. Donations to the fund can be …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20296
WMU alum, CNN contributor LZ Granderson to lecture on campus
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… at the table puts you at risk for being on the menu," is set for 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22 , in Sangren Hall, … College of Arts and Sciences with an alumni achievement award . Granderson LZ Granderson As a CNN commentator, … national news, including the killing of an unarmed teen who was shot by a police officer in Ferguson, Missouri, in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19771
German professor to discuss Mohammed caricatures in upcoming talk
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… The Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten printed an original set of 12 cartoons and caricatures of Mohammed in fall 2005 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18463
Award-winning group to map Mexico through live music
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… Award-winning group to map Mexico through live music … "Beyond the Music: A Musical Geography of Mexico," is set for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. … the Sones de México Ensemble is a two-time Grammy Award nominee and four-time Chicago Music Awards winner. It …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54873
Adriana Vicario is marketing for success
Haworth College of Business
… Vicario found a direct correlation between what she was learning in her SEO and Content Marketing course and how … competitors nationally!” Through her experiences, Vicario was hired as a summer intern at AdAdapted and Spartan … guidance has encouraged me to always go the extra mile and set the bar high. I wouldn’t be where I am without …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69687
TIME ranks Western as a ‘Best College for Future Leaders’
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… outstanding yet not surprising," says Western President Edward Montgomery . "Through our comprehensive approach to … with integrity, empathy and commitment that is bound to set us apart from the rest." For more WMU news, arts and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74605
WMU appoints proven leader as new VP for development and alumni relations
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… assume this important position," says WMU President Edward Montgomery . "She has a proven track record of … president and with the WMU Foundation Board of Directors to set and meet fundraising goals. "With Western Michigan … such an excellent group." DeVries says she is looking forward to the opportunities her role at WMU will present, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50885
WMU's 2014 homecoming is just around the corner
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… in the dark. The existing record is 1,675 people, set by Gilda's LaughFest (USA) in Grand Rapids March 6. … Broncos against the Ohio University Bobcats at 2 p.m. in Waldo Stadium. However, the day will begin and end with … Campus Classic 1K fun run at 8:45 a.m. and 5K run or walk at 9:15 a.m. Volunteers and participants may register …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19709
WMU to confer more than 1,600 degrees during fall commencement
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… Saturday, Dec. 15 , in Miller Auditorium. WMU President Edward Montgomery will officiate during the ceremonies. … ceremonies will last about two hours and be geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of degree-granting academic units. The 9 a.m. ceremony …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50678