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Impact of record gift total lauded as trustees see year-end reports
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… to Western Michigan University during the 2012-13 fiscal year surpassed $64 million, as private donors … Trustees learned at its July 18 meeting. During the last fiscal year, which ended June 30, nearly 22,000 private … and students with the tools and resources they need for discovery and public service. We are enormously grateful for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8241
Event set to mark 50th anniversary of King's visit to WMU
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… Event set to mark 50th anniversary of King's visit to WMU Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on King in … the studio at WMUK-FM KALAMAZOO—The 50th anniversary of a visit to Western Michigan University by Dr. Martin Luther … night in 1963. "50 Years Later: Honoring the Legacy of MLK" is the theme of the anniversary event that is set for noon …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11610
Western celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of events
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… Western celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of events Submitted by … Mich.—A celebration of Latin culture and traditions is underway as Western Michigan University recognizes … going to have food, dance performances, music and the biggest thing will be a fashion show,” Cortes says. "It's so …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65642
Triple major undergraduate takes on the world
College of Arts and Sciences
… it. It felt like I’d made all the right choices.” Kostbade is spending the summer in Gainesville, Florida, before heading to Dakar, Senegal, in the fall. As a distinguished Boren Scholar, Kostbade is immersing herself in an …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72069
Alumna’s HBO documentary shines light on medical errors
College of Arts and Sciences
… Cali.—In the aftermath of a harrowing family medical crisis, Margo (Towe) Burrows , an alumna of Western Michigan … to uncover critical medical errors in pursuit of justice. This journey led to the creation of “BLEED OUT,” an …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74265
Environmentally-focused student reels in internship with Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
College of Arts and Sciences
… by Amelia Bodinaku on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Kiona Powers , a rising sophomore at Western Michigan University, is already getting her feet wet in her field of study. She … and Human Services where she engages directly with local fishers, anglers and river goers to promote the Eat Safe Fish …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75928
Taking the leap: Erin Rogers’ journey at WMU Haworth
Haworth College of Business
… Ever since, she has been practicing her craft. She is now a sales and business marketing major in her senior … has become incredibly challenging. Building relationships is one of the most crucial aspects of a sales professional’s job. It is also one of the aspects of this field that she is most …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69496
WMU emerita receives American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's highest honor
College of Health and Human Services
… its ASHA 2023 Convention in Boston on Friday, Nov. 17 . This is the highest honor bestowed by the organization, … their communicative successes,” says Hyter. “The struggles I have had as a Black woman in a discipline that still …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73379
Miller Auditorium announces full 2012-13 event lineup
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… in West Michigan Series of "West Side Story," "Les Misérables," "Hair" and "Wicked." Available now, season subscriptions are the best way to receive discounted tickets and priority seating. Subscriptions range … "Believe" Friday, April 5, 2013, 8 p.m. Contact: Tonya Durlach May 17, 2012 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/560
Externships, research opportunities helped nursing grad chart path to success
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… work as a graduate nurse in critical care at Bronson Methodist Hospital after graduation. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Some … really set us up for success in our field." That success is evident as Le prepares to graduate on Saturday, April 27 … Dr. Maria Roche-Dean , assistant professor of nursing, suggested he focus on the Burmese population because of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75401