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Luncheon planned to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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… Luncheon planned to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day Submitted by … a diverse menu that represents a regional selection of dishes. Fresh menu items include shrimp and cheddar grit … Dr. King’s achievements and influence, and details about his visit to WMU on Dec. 18, 1963 will be featured throughout …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12763

Grants to WMU soar past $3.7 million mark in April, May

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… Grants to WMU soar past $3.7 million mark in April, May Submitted … new grants from the National Science Foundation topped the list of research grants, with the largest grant totaling $621,851 and going to Dr. Laura R. Van Zoest , WMU professor of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40865

WMU expanded aviation center to meet needs of growing industry

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… WMU expanded aviation center to meet needs of growing industry Submitted by Deanne Puca … 67,000-square-foot instructional facility at the W.K. Kellogg Airport in Battle Creek May 10 drew praise by local economic development partners. "Battle Creek …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53381

Topping-out event, groundbreaking to celebrate two WMU building projects

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Topping-out event, groundbreaking to celebrate two WMU building projects Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Arcadia Flats is a six-story, 197-unit residential facility that will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55089

Back-to-school events planned for new and returning students

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… Back-to-school events planned for new and returning students … Mall. Move-in Early move-in for some select student groups is 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29. Move-in … entertainment by local performers and an open-mic/drag show. The event will be hosted by local drag queen Savannah J …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42123

Notre Dame scholar to address justice in post-communist Europe

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… Notre Dame scholar to address justice in post-communist Europe Submitted by … the former authoritarian regime. In her work, she examines how democratic institutions, such as parliaments, elections, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5673

Renowned author coming to Western teaches importance of conversations in divided times

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… Renowned author coming to Western teaches importance of conversations in divided … Submitted by Deanne Puca on Irshad Manji says people who disagree can listen and respect each other. KALAMAZOO, … New York Times bestselling author of “Don’t Label Me: How to Do Diversity Without Inflaming the Culture Wars” and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65252

WMU alum, CNN contributor LZ Granderson to lecture on campus

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… WMU alum, CNN contributor LZ Granderson to lecture on campus Submitted by … University alumnus LZ Granderson returns to campus this week to deliver a lecture in the Community and … School of Communication. His talk, "We are all Ferguson: How not being at the table puts you at risk for being on the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19771

Engineering students’ project designed to improve clinic’s efficiency wins national acclaim

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… Engineering students’ project designed to improve clinic’s efficiency wins national acclaim … “The Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering Program is extremely proud of the work Sam, Sean and Paul … challenges that spring 2020 presented as an opportunity to show their diverse skills and flexibility.” Paul Geyer, Sean …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61515

WMU to confer more than 1,800 degrees in December

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… WMU to confer more than 1,800 degrees in December Submitted by … set of degree-granting academic units. The 9 a.m. ceremony is for graduates of the colleges of Fine Arts and Health and … February. For complete graduation information , including how to obtain tickets or view the live webcast, visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20465