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Upton announces VetSuccess program for WMU, KVCC and KCC

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… KVCC and KCC Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Three schools chosen to jointly host Michigan's only VetSuccess on … transitioning to college life will be able to tap an array of new services to help them succeed, thanks to a decision … veterans' unique needs and challenges. Combined, the three schools now serve about 1,000 veterans. Securing the new …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/332

New LEED building certifications boost WMU total to seven

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… Michigan University is starting the new year with a total of seven campus buildings recognized for meeting the stringent requirements of LEED —Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design—the … benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high-performance green buildings. Late in December, WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4731

Gordon's 'Misrule' continues to attract literary world's praise

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Gordon KALAMAZOO--" Lord of Misrule ," a novel by Western Michigan University Professor Jaimy Gordon and winner of the 2010 National Book Award, is continuing to attract …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/219

Art exhibit examines recovery from abuse

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… KALAMAZOO—An art show depicting recovery from the trauma of sexual abuse and an artists' reception are upcoming at Western Michigan University's College of Health and Human Services. "The Art of Healing: Surviving Sexual Abuse" is on display in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1791

Gamma Rho chapter earns Superior Status

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… KALAMAZOO— Western Michigan University's Gamma Rho chapter of Beta Alpha Psi , an international honorary accounting and … Status , a designation the group has received for 30 of the last 35 years. "Achieving Superior Status demonstrates the level of commitment the members of Beta Alpha Psi have toward …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/12/11361

New director, website devoted to helping area businesses

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… to work to create jobs. WMU's local business engagement office is part of the Michigan Corporate Relations … the Michigan economy grow and prosper. Collectively, the schools conduct 98 percent of the academic research done in … of all patent activity among Michigan universities. The schools enroll more than 160,000 students across the state. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/272

Scholarships available for short-term study abroad

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… are being accepted for scholarships that offer awards of up to $2,500 to offset the cost of Western Michigan University students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/3836

Pursuing operational excellence, financial success and a positive culture

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… B.S.E.’97, Jason Tedrow proudly displays his College of Engineering and Applied Sciences coin, given to him by Dr. Steve Butt, dean. Today, Jason is president and CEO of InProduction and Jennifer is the owner of PierceRoad Management Consulting Services. KALAMAZOO, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70807

WMU trustees approve four-year contract with teaching assistants

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University's Board of Trustees approved a new four-year contract with the … run through Aug. 19, 2022 . The approximately 500 members of the Teaching Assistants Union—TAU—include assistants with … range from one-half to full time, with about 72 percent of the members having full appointments. Effective …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47796

WMU, community groups developing plan for local waterways

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… for two local waterways. A steering committee made up of community stakeholders from the city of Kalamazoo, city of Portage, Oshtemo Township, Kalamazoo County and several …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45863