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Eleven incoming students earn $60,000 Foundation Scholarships

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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Eleven high-achieving high school students have earned $60,000 Foundation Scholarships … performance and demonstrated financial need. They are part of WMU's mix of top scholarship programs for beginning … To be eligible for the award, they had to have a high school grade point average of 3.7 or higher at the end of

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32204

Concerto Competition finals highlight accomplished students

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… finals Feb. 10 KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University’s School of Music Concerto Competition finals will take place at … concert Sunday, April 14. Competition judges Huw Lewis , professor of organ at Hope College David Reimer , associate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4500

WMU receives grant to implement summer mentoring program for teachers

College of Education and Human Development

… Sonnenberg on Nelson Heymoss KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two members of Western Michigan University's College of Education and … to fund a summer mentoring program for teachers in area school districts.  Dr. Regena Fails Nelson , chair and … student mastery in math and English. Participating school districts are Kalamazoo Public Schools, Comstock …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46956

Child and family development student puts learning into practice to help create a thriving community for youth

College of Education and Human Development

… her internship and work at Eastside Youth Strong’s after-school care program. Executive Director Ashley Turnage (left) and Program Manager Yulanda Taylor (right) of Eastside Youth Strong watch students present their … the Kalamazoo Youth Development (KYD) Network. This after-school care program is an organization that uses data-driven …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71158

Bringing the world home - Kalamazoo couple host international students to teach their children about other cultures

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Bierlein on By Margaret von Steinen   After the birth of their fourth child, Dr. Lisa Miller chanced upon an … garage sale a few years ago, Miller met Barb Curley, owner of Lodge & Learn, a provider of homestay options at … assistant professor of surgery in WMU’s Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine. “Hosting international students is our …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2016/08/bringing-world-home

10 ways to use the Libraries in your course

University Libraries

… by Angela Brcka on University Libraries has a variety of services, resources and tools that can help you prepare … for the next semester. Here are ten ways you can make use of what we offer. 1. Schedule a library instruction session for your …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2024/12/10-ways-libraries-can-help

Two longtime staff members retire from University Libraries

University Libraries

… Submitted by Angela Brcka on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—After decades of service to the University Libraries, Vicki Carter , … , library acquisitions coordinator, will retire at the end of December.   Vicki Carter, 42 years of service Carter began her career at the business library …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2024/12/longtime-staff-members-retire

WMU Sanford Center program manager helps Burmese-American teens learn about finances

Haworth College of Business

… for Financial Planning and Wellness in the Haworth College of Business and was recruited by Burma Center Program … says. “We had a lively discussion about the number of high school athletes who receive college scholarships and why it … time that he spent with the students and considers it valuable to them.  “It was a fun and enriching experience,” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72913

New Sounds Festival highlights contemporary music

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… the festival continues to expand and highlight some of the best contemporary music in the world. This year's … Chamber Arts, featuring a WMU faculty ensemble conducted by School of Music Director David Colson. Events Guest artist … Free The 2013 New Sounds Festival is presented by the WMU School of Music in collaboration with Fontana Chamber Arts. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/5130

Political science grad eyes future in advocacy for refugees, immigrants

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… with a bachelor's degree in political science and a number of impactful experiences on his resume. KALAMAZOO, … he spent long hours catching up with his peers at school while also working second shift on the packaging line … and refugee communities.”   With a potential future in law school, Najafi honed his debate and public speaking skills …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/12/graduate-success-political-science-mehran-najafi