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Betting on an adventure: Bryan Cranston brings story of alumnus who beat the lottery to the big screen

W Magazine

… Betting on an adventure: Bryan Cranston brings story of alumnus who beat the lottery to the big … in a sleepy town stumbles on a lottery loophole, finding a way to take luck out of the equation and make millions. The … half a million dollars at a time—Jerry and Marge watched machines print tickets for 12 hours a day each—then spending …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68890

Celebration of freedom, 'Black joy' planned for Western community to commemorate Juneteenth

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… of freedom, 'Black joy' planned for Western community to commemorate Juneteenth Submitted by Erin Flynn on Black … in the traditional dances of their ancestors. Jasmine Warren mimics her movements as she crosses the floor, … my traditional roots, and I have to do more research," says Warren, social and well-being chair of Western's Black …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68335

WMU to confer more than 1,600 degrees during fall commencement

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… WMU to confer more than 1,600 degrees during fall commencement … Saturday, Dec. 15 , in Miller Auditorium. WMU President Edward Montgomery will officiate during the ceremonies. … ceremonies will last about two hours and be geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50678

Multiple public career fairs to be held at WMU this fall

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… Multiple public career fairs to be held at WMU this fall Submitted by Anonymous (not … for several career-related fairs this fall that are open to the public but aimed at WMU students and recent alumni. … and by taking advantage of this office's resume critiquing, walk-in advising and practice interview services. In …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48887

Candidates for associate provost for institutional effectiveness to present on campus

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… for associate provost for institutional effectiveness to present on campus Submitted by Paula M. Davis on … during the week of January 21. The two candidates are vying to replace Dr. Jody Brylinsky , who has retired. Candidates …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51237

Garcia looks to deepen Western's connection with community in new leadership role

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… Garcia looks to deepen Western's connection with community in new … them with the right people on campus and finding more ways to partner together." Garcia was tapped for the community partnerships position after the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68168

Martini to serve as interim associate provost of Extended University Programs

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… Martini to serve as interim associate provost of Extended University … provost of EUP following the resignation of Dawn Fortin Mattoon , who has resigned to pursue other opportunities. "Dawn … applications. He also launched the Collegiate Pathways dual enrollment program, including a groundbreaking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48932

Western’s Fall Convocation to celebrate faculty, staff achievements transforms into Academic Excellence Awards Series

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… Western’s Fall Convocation to celebrate faculty, staff achievements transforms into Academic Excellence Awards Series Submitted by Megan Looker on KALAMAZOO, … will continue all semester long as the Academic Excellence Awards Series. The annual recognition of faculty and staff …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65618

Libraries awards 10 grants to reduce students' out-of-pocket textbook costs

University Libraries

… Libraries awards 10 grants to reduce students' out-of-pocket textbook costs Submitted … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western MIchigan University Libraries awarded eight Open Educational Resources (OER) adoption …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68028

Embry-Riddle research leader, cybersecurity expert to become WMU's next research VP

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… Embry-Riddle research leader, cybersecurity expert to become WMU's next research VP Submitted by Deanne Puca on … at the universitywide level," says WMU President Edward Montgomery . "He also has an impressive record in … in undergraduate engagement in research." "We look forward to Dr. Seker helping us to level-up our enterprise-wide …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67867