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Building global connections through the classroom: WMU’s Global Classrooms Collaborative

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… by John Sweeney on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— As the world becomes increasingly connected, preparing students to think, … "It's not a substitute for study abroad but it's another way to enhance the classroom through significant … engagement of the Western community. Its offices assist nearly 2,500 international students and alumni at home and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/10/global-classrooms-collaborative

Robert Swinehart obituary

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on Robert Swinehart , a former Western Michigan University staff member, died July 5 . He was 88. Swinehart, of Vicksburg, joined the WMU staff in 1964 and retired in 1991 after 27 years of service to the University as an upholsterer. He was preceded …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47980

Phyllis A. DeHollander obituary

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Phyllis A. DeHollander, a former staff member, died Aug. 28. She was 65. DeHollander left the University in 1995 after 23 years of service in a variety of areas, including the grounds, dining …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/176

Fulbright student awards go to WMU alumni, doctoral candidate

International Student and Scholar Services

… Fulbright student awards go to WMU alumni, doctoral candidate Submitted by … selected on the basis of academic and professional achievement, as well as demonstrated leadership potential. … commission in Yalova, Turkey, located on the Sea of Marmara near Istanbul. Carver will teach English for one year, with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/26488

Four from WMU selected to serve as college access advisors

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… MCAN. The AdviseMI program embeds well-trained, dedicated, near-peer college advisers in high schools that serve significant numbers of low-income and first-generation college-going students. The goal of … Lariscy served as a tutor for WoodsEdge Learning Center, was the philanthropy chair for Chi Omega, and volunteered …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25682

Nancy S. Wilson obituary

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… S. Wilson , a retired Western Michigan University staff member, died Dec. 22, 2016 , at home in Kalamazoo. She was 73. Wilson joined the staff in 2000 and retired in 2012 after 12 years of service to the University. She was an occupational health …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39377

WMU to confer 1,370 degrees during summer commencement

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… Both ceremonies will last about two hours and be geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of … Engineering and Applied Sciences, and Health and Human Services as well as Extended University Programs. The … live on a large screen in 1028 Brown Hall, which is near Miller. Live coverage, photos The summer ceremonies …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/25111

Memorial services set for longtime jazz educator Steve Zegree

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Memorial services set for longtime jazz educator Steve … verified) on Steve Zegree KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Public memorial services for legendary jazz educator and former Western … articles Longtime jazz educator Steve Zegree passes away at 61 | March 9, 2015 Details announced for Zegree …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23257

Faculty and students at WMU develop novel and sustainable method for treating pollutants in water

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Faculty and students at WMU develop novel and sustainable method for treating pollutants in water Submitted by Lindsey Haehnel on From left to right are Mario Camilo Lizardo, Neha Sawant, Dr. Guadalupe Perez, Sara Cacares, Carin Garcia and …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/faculty-students-wmu-develop-novel-sustainable-method-treating-pollutants

Western students break down barriers through music with United Sound

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… the United States Navy Band. Courtesy: John Reichanadter Members of United Sound performed on stage with the United … 2021 that partners with Western's Center for Disability Services to offer peer mentorship for young adults with … our family," says Colette Guerin , whose daughter, Carly, was connected to the group through the Center for Disability …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70294