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WMU again named among 'best national universities' by U.S. News

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… University appears on U.S. News & World Report's list of "best national universities" and continues to move up in the group of schools the magazine calls the top tier of colleges and … moved up eight spots on the list and is now among schools tied in the ranking at No. 173, making it among the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18468

Award-winning singer, plane crash survivor to speak on resilience at WMU

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… a teenager when she was involved in a horrific plane crash. Of the 109 people aboard, only two survived. Sustained by her faith, family, and love of music, she has endured more than 100 reconstructive surgeries while completing high school and earning a master's degree. "It's so hard to see …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55402

WMU nears $7 million mark in grants in September and October

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… the year-to-date total past $12 million since the start of the 2015-16 fiscal year, WMU trustees learned at their … grant was awarded to Dr. Jessaca K. Spybrook , associate professor of educational leadership, research and technology. … Innocence Project in partnership with the WMU Cooley Law School . The grant will be used to review post conviction …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29246

Western honors staff who inspire, connect and lead with 2024-25 Make a Difference Award 

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… creating a welcoming environment for all, Gary Barton IV , Officer Michael Lininger and K9 Brax , Cristine Thomas and … director of academic advising in the Irving S. Gilmore School of Music, is known for her dedication to students and … and beyond have made her a trusted and valued member of the School of Music.   For more news, arts and events , visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/make-difference-2025-gary-barton-michael-lininger-brax-cristine-thomas-destiny

Ethics Center speakers tackle politics, robot rights and more

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… in Southeastern Europe and the Arab world, kicks off the Center for the Study of Ethics in Society's fall 2019 lecture series at Western … Michigan University Wednesday, Sept. 4. Dr. Bernhard Stahl of the University of Passau, Germany, will speak at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54876

Dance group Pilobolus comes to Miller Auditorium

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… Auditorium Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Members of the dance company Pilobolus KALAMAZOO—Groundbreaking … accuracy and strength, Pilobolus was founded by a group of Dartmouth College students in 1971. The company is known … Service Agency's Education for the Arts program, school performances will take place at Miller Auditorium …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14933

Honoring excellence: Education student among Michigan's top teachers

College of Education and Human Development

… Lindsey Cook, educational leadership student and recipient of the 2025-26 Regional Teachers of the Year Award. … outcomes and leadership within Harper Creek Community Schools makes her deserving of this honor. “We are … transformative leaders who make a lasting impact on their schools and communities. With this award, Cook is now a …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/03/teacher-michigan-regional-award-lyndsey-cook

Behind-the-scenes New York Fashion Week experience solidifies future for Western fashion design student

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… Western at New York Fashion Week: The Shows through the UofNYFW program. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Walking down Fifth Avenue … away for a once-in-a-lifetime experience behind the scenes of February's New York Fashion Week (NYFW): The Shows, … she interacted with courtesy of UofNYFW, an extremely valuable networking tool as she looks toward graduation in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71033

Western faculty members’ tenure, promotions celebrated

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A number of outstanding Western Michigan University faculty members … have greatly benefited from your presence and your invaluable contributions. Your commitment to excellence and your … faculty members received tenure: Elissa Allen , WMU Bronson School of Nursing Mert Atilhan , Department of Chemical and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75883

Budding engineer ready to create career opportunities at Western

First-Year Faces

… Submitted by Erin Flynn on A recent Grand Rapids Public Schools graduate, Jonathan Malone got a jump on his college … says Malone, eager with anticipation to be part of the Western Michigan University Class of 2029 in the … enrollment  partnership between WMU and Grand Rapids Public Schools that allows students to enroll in courses at the …

https://wmich.edu/firstyearfaces/news/2025/07/class-2029-jonathan-malone-engineering