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Longtime WMU friend, honors college namesake Carl Lee dies at 96

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… Longtime WMU friend, honors college namesake Carl Lee dies at 96 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Carl E … pioneer Carl E Lee , who with his late wife Winifred Lee was the namesake for Western Michigan University's honors … two grandchildren. Services A public memorial service is set for 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 14 , at the Lee Honors …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/22184

WMU's nonprofit leadership program named best in nation

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… and faculty pose with the Sprint Program Excellence Award. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's … to local nonprofits. Students studied community needs, set priorities, issued requests for proposals, analyzed 23 … About the program WMU's Nonprofit Leadership program is designed to prepare students for entry-level professional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20904

WMU boosts need-based aid for 10 top incoming students

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… on WMU's new Foundation Scholarships consist of 10 $50,000 awards. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—High-achieving students who intend … contributions to society. These new scholarships were designed to provide a foundation that ensures such students … Foundation Scholarship The Foundation Scholarship fund is set up in the WMU Foundation. Donations to the fund can be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20296

WMU alum, CNN contributor LZ Granderson to lecture on campus

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… to deliver a lecture in the Community and Communication Distinguished Speaker Series put on by the School of … at the table puts you at risk for being on the menu," is set for 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22 , in Sangren Hall, … College of Arts and Sciences with an alumni achievement award . Granderson LZ Granderson As a CNN commentator, …

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

German professor to discuss Mohammed caricatures in upcoming talk

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… German professor to discuss Mohammed caricatures in upcoming talk Submitted by … Center. His presentation, titled "Pictures Travel, Discourses Do Not: The Mohammed Cartoons Controversy, Global … The Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten printed an original set of 12 cartoons and caricatures of Mohammed in fall 2005 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18463

Historic walking tours show a new side to Kalamazoo neighborhoods

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… Historic walking tours show a new side to Kalamazoo neighborhoods … about Kalamazoo or southwest Michigan are encouraged to set up a research appointment or drop by the Zhang.  "I am … is required. Attendees should meet at the location on the designated day and time. Summer 2022 Tour Schedule Thursday …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68442

Western Michigan University recognized for innovation in sustainability

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Keeton Bigham-Tsai was among the students who participated in the first Bronco … and the opportunity ahead of us," says Jeff Spoelstra , director of Western's Office for Sustainability.  "All of us … "By fostering sustainable practices and initiatives, you set an inspiring example for your peers and future …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72762

WMU appoints proven leader as new VP for development and alumni relations

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… effective Jan. 2 . She also will serve as executive director of the WMU Foundation. A proven leader, DeVries … assume this important position," says WMU President Edward Montgomery .  "She has a proven track record of … president and with the WMU Foundation Board of Directors to set and meet fundraising goals. "With Western Michigan …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50885

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

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… commencement ceremonies Saturday, Dec. 15 , in Miller Auditorium. WMU President Edward Montgomery will officiate during the ceremonies. … geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of degree-granting academic units. The 9 a.m. ceremony …

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

WMU's 2014 homecoming is just around the corner

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… Kalamazoo are getting into the spirit by putting up window displays for homecoming week, and some 70 business are … in the dark. The existing record is 1,675 people, set by Gilda's LaughFest (USA) in Grand Rapids March 6. … Broncos against the Ohio University Bobcats at 2 p.m. in Waldo Stadium. However, the day will begin and end with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19709