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Top teacher award goes to another WMU grad

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… has an incredible ability to forge meaningful relationships with those around her, whether it's students in her English … Department of Teaching, Learning and Educational Studies can do for you For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53382

Western students leave their mark near campus through mural experience

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… real time. Heidi Weiss, B.F.A.'04, M.F.A.'09, right, talks with students in her mural class. "It’s a chance to see how … goes to show that there are jobs for us artists and that we can have success through pursuing our passions. It’s … to make art a career and that creativity is a skill that can be applied to any job." A unique opportunity Weiss …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/western-students-leave-mark-through-mural-experience-gwen-frostic-school-art

Broadway star, WMU alumna Marin Mazzie receives posthumous Tony Award

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… honoring Western Michigan University alumna Marin Mazzie with a special posthumous award for her leadership and … so many important roles, and then being so public with her cancer battle and being so inspirational to so many as … D. Terry Williams , professor emeritus of theatre at WMU. "You always want your students to have a role model in mind. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53728

Dean Smith’s story of survival and sisterhood

College of Health and Human Services

… Jillian Fraze on While I waited for the doctor’s phone call with my breast cancer biopsy results, I numbly took in the scene of my … which could include something as mundane as exposure in your home to our more risky escapades playing in the …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/10/sisters

Students learn of triumph and persistence in life of Walt Disney

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… Disney, studying his background, successes and failures. With instructor Dr. Christopher Tremblay , the group … journey following in the footsteps of the American entrepreneur and pioneer in the animation industry. … life, from birth to death. "By walking in his footsteps, you get an idea of the simplicity of his life and what was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54752

Theatre graduate ready for next act, bolstered by support and mentorship

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… Flynn on Elizabeth "E.J." Taylor will graduate from Western with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in theatre focused on acting … was the perfect thing for my energy," she says. "When I was younger, I was always scolded 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 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67925

Annual Relay for Life fundraiser starts this week

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… a walker, donor or observer. KALAMAZOO—The Colleges Against Cancer at Western Michigan University will host the American … This year, WMU Relay For Life participants are competing with their counterparts from Central Michigan University to … fun and exciting 24 hours planned. Everyone is invited, and you do not need to be in a team to come and enjoy the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15028

Managing success: one category and student at a time

Haworth College of Business

… in the food industry, as well as to other universities with food marketing-focused programs,” says Dr. Russell … out so much on my resume and sets me apart from other applicants with similar education and experience levels. … don’t rush through. It will without a doubt be useful in your career.” Food and consumer package goods marketing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67635

Interactive, hands-on live show added to Miller Auditorium lineup

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… University's Miller Auditorium for the new live show "Brain Candy Live," starring Adam Savage, editor-in-chief of … and Michael Stevens, creator of the award-winning YouTube Channel Vsauce. The show has added 24 cities to its … and co-hosted by Savage, the show mixed scientific method with problem-solving curiosity and ingenuity to confirm or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41950

Educational leadership alum wins grant from the Dominican Republic to analyze cultural identity in visual arts

College of Education and Human Development

… Educational leadership alum wins grant from the Dominican Republic to analyze cultural identity in visual arts … leadership program through a unique collaboration with the D.R.'s Ministry of Higher Education and the … and dissertation core" has been developed to assist you in adding to your higher education knowledge base. Visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74388