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Molding next generation of artists, Morean Ceramics Research Center draws national talent to lead workshops

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… kiln inside Western Michigan University's Kohrman Hall, awaiting a dayslong firing. A whimsical creation whipped up … Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C., and the National Museum in Stockholm, … got some better kilns than my own studio. It's a great setting, great artists, highly skilled people. It's fun!" …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75741

Longtime jazz educator Steve Zegree passes away at 61

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… Longtime jazz educator Steve Zegree passes away at 61 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Steve … Steve Zegree died in Bloomington, Indiana, March 7 . He was 61. Zegree retired from WMU in 2012, ending 34 years as … Michigan, 49008-5403. Related articles Memorial services set for longtime jazz educator Steve Zegree | April 16, 2015 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22402

Mental health advocate to discuss suicide prevention, wellness

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… will reprise the talk for KCMHSAS' Mental Health Breakfast, set for 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, May 1 , in the Radisson … a gift, that is why they call it the present. Cherish it always." About the presenter For his outstanding work as a … advocate and speaker, Hines earned a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Council of Behavioral Health in 2012. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23265

WMU earns national recognition from U.S. Green Building Council

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… in school sustainability at all educational levels. WMU was named the 2014 Best of Green Schools recipient in USGBC's higher education category. The annual awards program is designed to recognize the best … "Every one of the honorees is a leader, taking risks, setting an example for others, innovating and diligently …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20744

Academic programs to highlight annual Russian Festival

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… Opening ceremonies featuring local and WMU dignitaries are set to start at 9:30 a.m. Folk dancers, singers and … beloved Russian poet, Bella Akhmadulina. •At 3 p.m., Dr. Edward A. Cole , who recently retired after teaching history …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20065

New bachelor's degree with high-tech music spin offered

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… happening and how profound they are," Campos says. "So we wanted to have a degree that could give our students a really broad technical background." Sets WMU apart The fact that the multimedia arts technology … in the area they're most interested in as they work their way up through the program," Biggs says. Students will top …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15748

Team of business students wins national case competition

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… students wins national case competition Submitted by Cindy Wagner on The winning team from the case competition … WMU at the NGA competition, which began in 2010. "The win was really unexpected," Roerig says. "I knew going into this … Wheelwright says the cohesiveness of the WMU contingent set it apart. "The closeness and friendships of our team …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/13998

From giveaways to games to performances, epic celebration planned for Bronco Bash 2025

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… From giveaways to games to performances, epic celebration planned for … 2025. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A community celebration, a sea of swag, a conduit to lifelong friendships and job connections, … and more. The epic tradition, celebrating its 43rd year, is set for Tuesday, Aug. 26 , from 3 to 6 p.m.   “Bronco Bash …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/bronco-bash-2025

Faculty awarded prestigious Fulbright fellowships for global research and teaching opportunities

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… Faculty awarded prestigious Fulbright fellowships for global research … just to do research; I went to do both,” says Covell. “It was a fantastic opportunity to work on research projects … gateway for immigration in Europe, providing an invaluable setting for research endeavors. Gu, an established scholar …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/url-2025-fulbright-fellowships-awarded-stephen-covell-chien-juh-gu

Anna Litvinova is off to a flying start

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… Anna Litvinova is off to a flying start Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Anna Litvinova, B.S.‘20 KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … alumna Anna Litvinova , B.S.‘20, has never shied away from spreading her wings to pursue her dreams. She … Litvinova also assisted newly arriving families with resettlement and tutoring as a volunteer with the Refugee …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71875