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Chorale earns second place in national competition

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… Chorale earns second place in national competition Submitted by … second place in the college and university choral division of the 2013 American Prize competition. The WMU … went to the Pacific Lutheran University Choir. Judges praised the WMU Chorale, WMU's flagship choral ensemble, in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9535

Student group recognized by world's largest HR association

Haworth College of Business

… Student group recognized by world's largest HR association Submitted by Stacey Anderson on … officer of SHRM. "I'm especially honored to thank this year's award winners because they offer excellent evidence that SHRM's future is indeed in good hands." SHRM student chapters have the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47700

Western's student-run radio station earns national award nominations

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… Western's student-run radio station earns national award nominations Submitted by … Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Flexibility fueled success this school year for Western Michigan University's student-run … Broadcasting System (IBS) Awards. Kyle Petronio "This is truly a remarkable accomplishment for the 89.1 WIDR-FM …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63226

Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation

College of Arts and Sciences

… Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation Submitted … future Dunbar Hall KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A wave of excitement is building at Western Michigan University as the highly … environment, made possible by a $43 million investment, is slated to open in spring 2024.  Originally built in 1971 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73667

One-of-a-kind small and medium business conference to be held in downtown Kalamazoo

Haworth College of Business

… One-of-a-kind small and medium business conference to be held in … on small and medium businesses and their unique needs, is being hosted by Western Michigan University’s Haworth … Conference attendees will get a fresh perspective on the biggest challenges businesses face. From making the most of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75567

'Sweet Magnolias' star shares how she planted seeds of success at Western

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… 'Sweet Magnolias' star shares how she planted seeds of success at … of Western's music theatre performance program. "In this business, you just never know; you can pour your heart … and it's a really powerful thing when you do." The series is centered on a group of lifelong friends in Serenity, a

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67412

Student startup connects small businesses to Gen Z for events, food and shopping

College of Education and Human Development

… Student startup connects small businesses to Gen Z for events, food and shopping Submitted by Chris Hybels on Gabriella Ford and Hailey Gordon. KALAMAZOO, … founded Shindigz . Described as a one-stop shop, Shindigz is a website made for Generation Z consumers to easily …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74175

Dec. 9 symposium promotes neighborhood-based literacy and learning in Kalamazoo

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… Dec. 9 symposium promotes neighborhood-based literacy and learning in Kalamazoo Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Kalamazoo Literacy Council (KLC), … Dec. 9 , from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at WMU’s Fetzer Center. This year’s theme is "Cultivating Literacy and Learning at the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69941

WMU wins men's MAC Academic Achievement Award for highest GPA

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… WMU wins men's MAC Academic Achievement Award for highest GPA Submitted by … rank by gender. Only MAC-sponsored sports are used. This is the fifth time in program history, and the first time …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42343

MacArthur Genius Fellow brings Cuban jazz to campus

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… MacArthur Genius Fellow brings Cuban jazz to campus Submitted … drummer and 2011 MacArthur Genius Fellow Dafnis Prieto will bring his sextet to Western Michigan University for a night of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43301