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College praises tenure of departing longtime dean
College of Education and Human Development
… College praises tenure of departing longtime dean Submitted by Nicole Leffler on KALAMAZOO, … a lot,” Li wrote in his email. “Upon his arrival, he immediately began implementing the college’s strategic plan and … the University. Beyond his work within the college, Dr. Li was a strong advocate for the University and our larger …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68668
Multimillion-dollar research center addresses construction challenges
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… University researchers is busily studying new and creative ways to build better in an age of climate change and other … in grants to seven projects being conducted by faculty members at the University. In addition, construction has … in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences annex near the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport. The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47955
Western students connect with legislators to advocate for environmental policies
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… students connect with legislators to advocate for environmental policies Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From drinking water and air quality to renewable energy, environmental … had the opportunity to actually have that back-and-forth discussion with a representative myself." A screenshot from …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/64026
WMU trustees appoint Russ Kavalhuna, J.D., as University’s 10th president
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… Submitted by Paula M. Davis on The Bronco community welcomed Russ Kavalhuna, J.D., following his appointment by the … 1, 2025, following the June 30 retirement of President Edward Montgomery. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan … appointment as the college’s president, he was executive director of flight operations at WMU’s College of Aviation, …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/trustees-appoint-russ-kavalhuna-10th-president
Engineers Without Borders student ‘zooms in,’ leveraging technology, teamwork to make the world better
International Student and Scholar Services
… Braaksma on KALAMAZOO , Mich. — Natasha Saiful Andree came to Western Michigan University three years ago to explore her Midwestern roots. She was born in Kalamazoo ; her parents are alumni; and the … assist more than 1,170 international students on campus and nearly 1,000 WMU degree-seeking students studying at partner …
https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/11/globalnews-2
Regional counseling psychology conference being held at WMU
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… EST, Friday, March 23 . Early registrants receive a discounted price. Community members as well as WMU students and employees may attend the … work and publications that focused on such areas as racism awareness; racial healing; and lesbian, gay and bisexual …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45785
Camp for blind and visually impaired athletes breaks down barriers
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… Mich.—A rubber ball thuds on the ground, followed by a metallic clanging that fills a silent gym. Young athletes … the opposing team. In a synchronized sprawl, three athletes dive toward the jingling noise as they try to defend their net, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53866
Four public career-related events coming up at WMU
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… career-related events that are open to the public but aimed at the University's students and recent alumni. All of … which is home to the engineering college, is located near Parkview Avenue and Drake Road in Kalamazoo. For … practice interview days, resume critiquing, walk-in advising and pre-fair workshops to get help with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34669
Broncos Lead interns learn life skills in the legal field
W Magazine
… on Left to right, Stephanie Smietana, a criminal justice studies student, and Alecia Freeman, a healthcare services and sciences student, were legal interns this summer with Hamilton Law PLC in Kalamazoo through the Broncos … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—When the Michigan Court of Appeals was in session this summer, following Philip Hamilton’ s …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72528
New WMU enrollment management leader aims to drive student recruitment growth, success
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… New WMU enrollment management leader aims to drive student recruitment … associate vice president for enrollment management, which was effective Jan. 21. Salomonson brings 17 years of … expertise spans a range of critical areas, including financial aid optimization, strategic planning and …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/url-kristen-salomonson-new-associate-vice-president-enrollment-management