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WMU student aims to clean up the fashion industry

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… frequency with which those trends change has increased, leading to shorter fashion cycles, cheap and quickly made products, and increased consumption and waste. The resulting environmental, social and economic … a senior from Eau Claire who is double majoring in fashion design and electronic business marketing, credits much of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47992

English, Theatre departments establish new regional play festival

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… The inaugural Activate: Midwest New Play Festival is set for Friday through Sunday, June 19-21 , in WMU's Gilmore … from across the region submitted their work to a reading committee, and four plays were selected for staged readings. After the festival, one of these plays will be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24528

Board approves WMU 2015-16 operating budget of $388 million

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… budget of $388 million for the 2015-16 fiscal year that is set to begin July 1. The newly approved and balanced budget … as compared with last year's budget. Major revenue ingredients to the WMU budget include $104.15 million in … a 3.2 percent increase in tuition and required fees, which was also approved by trustees June 3. That increase will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24545

WMU department changes name to World Religions and Cultures

College of Arts and Sciences

… emphasis. Nevertheless, the new name brought its own set of misconceptions. Dr. Stephen Covell, chair of … and thematic issues. “I think it’s really helpful that way,” says Covell. “Our program helps students see the world … through scenic mountains and visit sites such as temples designated as world heritage sites and others. The journey …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74749

Double feature planned for Arbor Day at WMU this year

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… —the date for the 2015 national observance—with a traditional celebration that includes a public tree-planting ceremony. After that, officials will dedicate a new main campus icon that features a 17-foot, … out of a large WMU seal. The tree-planting ceremony is set for 10 a.m. at the Sindecuse Health Center off of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23241

Emerging Scholar Awards recognize rising stars among Western faculty

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… Emerging Scholar Awards recognize rising stars among Western faculty Submitted … advance knowledge and push boundaries of our understanding," says Dr. Jennifer Bott , provost and vice president … and Flow Research Laboratory and Center for Applied Vehicle Design and Simulation. "Over the span of my professional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65743

Sustainability office to celebrate campus efforts

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on This year's celebration is set for April 16. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … A series of drop-in events from noon to 6 p.m. include discussions, free food, project demonstrations and live … the campus and the curriculum. Sustainability Champion awards were selected from nominations collected earlier in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/22793

Wynonna and The Big Noise bring 'A Simpler Christmas' to campus

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… Christmas" to Western Michigan University's Miller Auditorium for a second year. The show is set for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18 . Purchase tickets … for a memorable evening of music. "Every year I look forward to our Christmas tour," says Wynonna. "It's so easy to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20385

Programs planned to clarify tuition-related employee benefits

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… There will be a noon brown-bag event for employees wanting to learn more about signing up for courses … Resources and the Office of Admissions. A 4 p.m. program is set for employees' children and other eligible individuals whom employees designate to attend WMU at a reduced rate. It will be held …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/08/18022

Class of 2020 to visit WMU for Bronco BUDS program

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… a row, WMU has opened its residence halls, classrooms and dining halls through a partnership with KPS called Bronco … . The program encourages early middle school students to set their sights on college and take advantage of the … the Class of 2016 and continuing as these students move toward high school graduation. Scheduled visits Linden Grove …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/13860