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WMU gets $3.2 million to build culture of degree completion, success
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… success Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Beach KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University will … through ongoing research, student success programs that can tackle the problem of low rates of degree completion. … student success that every institution has and turning them into one strong and successful effort," Beach says. "The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19312
WMU's Heritage Hall garners highest green building ranking
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… normal school in Kalamazoo. The school eventually evolved into Western Michigan University. In 2015, renovation of … and community's history and showcase how that history can be leveraged with the use of technology to build an energy …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40423
Travel the world without leaving Michigan at 29th annual International Festival
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… students often receive help from family and community members who are also excited to showcase traditional clothing … Pantry. Each non-perishable food item will enter attendees into a drawing to win prizes from around campus. "A common … as domestic students. Unexpected financial difficulties can arise in any family from any country. In fact, over 20 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45418
WMU Theatre produces world premiere for family audiences
Theatre
… by Bruce Coville, "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" has been adapted for the stage by the WMU Department of Theatre … crushes and sixth-grade art class, when he stumbles into a very strange magic shop. He buys a dragon's egg and … WMU theatre students have been working with South African guest artist in residence Jason Potgieter , who is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38300
Theatre graduate ready for next act, bolstered by support and mentorship
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… by support and mentorship Submitted by Erin Flynn on Elizabeth "E.J." Taylor will graduate from Western with a … for being too loud and too much. But on stage, where I can shine brightest, I can be as big as I want to be and it … EMPOWERED TO SHINE A key part of acting is getting into character, and for Taylor, art imitates life. She …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67925
Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in May
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… University and the Kalamazoo community will offer a number of global engagement opportunities during the month of … from around the world compete for a chance to win cash prizes and performance opportunities. Daytime … Kalamazoo, hosted by Welcoming Michigan, the Hispanic American Council, Bethany Christian Services, the Social Welfare …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39594
Bronco lineman recognized among elite student-athletes in the nation
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… Flynn on Mike Caliendo is a finalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy, known as the "Academic Heisman," and a … the Broncos among the top offensive teams in the Mid-American Conference (MAC). "It's really about putting your all into everything you do, wherever you are at any given …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66104
Safe on Campus promotes LGBTQ allyship, inclusiveness at Western
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… University, and the Safe on Campus program is among a number of initiatives focused on making sure all Broncos have … identities, it's those little nods of acknowledgement that can make all the difference," adds Marts, who earned … was something as simple as a button that said, 'Have you hugged your queer Bronco today?' that made me feel like …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68227
WMU public safety officers quickly arrest suspect
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… was quickly apprehended. KALAMAZOO—A suspect was taken into custody two and a half hours after a pair of assaults … the west end of campus. At 9:20 a.m., the suspect was taken into custody at Western View by the WMU Department of Public …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7224
Volunteer experience feeds student's passion to help others
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… others Submitted by Erin Flynn on Nora Guensche loads food into a car to deliver for Meals on Wheels. KALAMAZOO, … . "One of the seniors I met is completely confined to his bed. The first time I went to his house, it hit me that my … your community is something everyone should experience. You can take it and apply it to any of your jobs; caring about …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53331