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Thought leader in food marketing takes reins of Western’s renowned program

Haworth College of Business

… program Submitted by Stacey Lowis on Dr. Russell J. Zwanka KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Russell J. Zwanka , associate … of marketing at Western Michigan University, has been named director of the food and consumer package goods … 2021.  He will lead both the academic major, which has near excellent placement of its students, and the program’s …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66714

WMU student one of 50 honored by national advertising organization

Haworth College of Business

… is one of only 50 students nationwide selected by the American Advertising Federation to participate in the … Students Program for 2016. Carlos Pinon , of Coldwater, is the recipient of the annual, nationwide award for … in Washington, D.C. The AAF's membership is comprised of nearly 100 blue chip corporate members comprising the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29035

Students, employees encouraged to participate in COVID-19 screening events

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… spaced out inside the Student Recreation Center, and a one-way flow has been established for people walking through the facility in order to ensure physical distancing. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Large-scale COVID-19 screening … return to Western Michigan University's campus for fall semester. The five-day testing event is being held at the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60914

Fort St. Joseph celebrates 25 years of archeological education

College of Arts and Sciences

… Project passes its 25th year, the work isn't just about unearthing artifacts; it's about the people behind the … is now in terms of our research, the field school and summer camps and the strong community involvement,” says … categorize artifacts, assisting fellow students along the way. “Through this project, it helped me narrow my focus a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74438

WMU researcher awarded $2.1 million to study evidence-based registers

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… WMU researcher awarded $2.1 million to study evidence-based registers … better decisions about which behavioral programs to implement or expand. These websites disseminate information on … healthcare providers so they can make decisions based on scientific evidence rather than word of mouth, intuition or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42896

Western announces new director of choral activities

College of Fine Arts

… Western announces new director of choral activities Submitted by Brandi Engel on … the new director of choral activities, starting in fall semester 2024, projecting her experience and talent will have … Quist's honors include the Distinguished Teaching Award from Westminster Choir College, James Mulholland …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75758

Freshwater science and sustainability program to host international conference

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… Freshwater science and sustainability program to host … held at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel. This marks the first time the international conference has been brought to the … ways in which the creation of a modern market economy and scientific agriculture changed the lives of ordinary women …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40500

WMU orchestral pop ensemble sets sights on big recording project

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… famous Sonic Ranch located on a 2,400-acre pecan orchard near El Paso, Texas. Members of MNOE, which stands for the Mark Niskanen … ' class Entrepreneurship for Composers. The assignment was to stage an off-campus event. Pixley-Fink and Niskanen …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32268

'Life-changing' gift: Western student receives hearing aids thanks to collaborative effort

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… effort Submitted by Erin Flynn on Abondance Kibadi is learning to use his new hearing aids. They were made … solutions company Phonak. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Rattling silverware, clanking cups and the pitter-patter of water splashing … it all now at his Dining Services job after receiving some new hardware: high-tech hearing aids. "They make me feel …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65924

Western Michigan University opens new food marketing hub with $500,000 gift from Meijer

Haworth College of Business

… opens new food marketing hub with $500,000 gift from Meijer Submitted by Stacey Lowis on Meijer presented a check for $500,000 to Dr. Russell Zwanka during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new food … hosts the annual WMU Food Marketing Conference that brings nearly 1,000 professionals and students together to learn …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/09/food-marketing-hub