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Driven to succeed: Engineering grad found his lane at Western

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… Driven to succeed: Engineering grad found his lane at Western Submitted by Erin Flynn on Nick Durham kneels next to a race car he helped build with Formula SAE. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The "need for speed" has been with Nick Durham for as long as he can remember. "I've …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63938

Western celebrates first-generation college students, alumni

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… Elementary School. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University alumni are going places. But as the saying goes, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step—and it's not always easy when you're the … specialist, participated in TRIO FESP as a student. He says without the program's support, he likely would not have …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69691

WMU professor awarded for book that peels back the curtain on Fetzer's secret life

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… on Fetzer's secret life Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Brian C. Wilson KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Detroit Tigers owner. Media … it." The Historical Society of Michigan has awarded Wilson with its highest honor—the State History Award—for his book, … breakfast cereal. "As a professor of comparative religion with a focus on New Religious Movements, I’m fascinated with

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58233

WMU to recognize top four staff members for 2011-12

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… recognize top four staff members for 2011-12 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—During its Friday, … enforcement officer and was promoted to parking clerk six months later. Nominators commended her for her efficiency, … the initiative to do more and taken on additional tasks without being asked," one nominator wrote. "Myra is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1646

Education and human development honors alumni at 25th annual award ceremony

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… Education and human development honors alumni at 25th annual award … is honoring  Jamie Korinek  and  Dr. Pam Schwallier  with Golden Apple Awards,  Desiree Pfeifer  with a Keystone Early Career Award and  Danielle Gillis …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73000

Brewpub on tap for Western's new student center

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Big things are brewing as Western Michigan University's new student center moves closer to the … from the broader community. "We're looking to partner with a local business or brewery that will highlight the … kinds of programs and events on campus that will pair well with a stop at the pub before or after." Four other …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65077

WMUK's 'Grassroots' celebrates 35th anniversary

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… WMUK's 'Grassroots' celebrates 35th anniversary Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Caron … its first broadcast on April 3, 1977, hiked to WMUK-FM with his backpack stuffed with albums. The storm may have halted vehicular traffic, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4771

Winter Carnival and charity polar plunge open to community

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… Winter Carnival and charity polar plunge open to community Submitted by … day on campus, enjoying a variety of competitions along with sledding, ice skating and live entertainment. Hot food … competition for more than 19,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Admission to the carnival is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4505

Trustees vote to keep tuition cost below statewide average

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… to keep tuition cost below statewide average Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO--Acting at its July 25 … that entails--and at a cost that is more in keeping with a less complex institution," Dunn told the board. … fewer than 12 credits pay on a per-credit basis as well, with the per-credit-hour rate set at $316.03. Although WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1079

Lt. Gov. Gilchrist to join WeVote in final push to encourage student civic engagement

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… Day, WeVote is making one last push to get Western Michigan University students equipped and excited to vote. The … by voting. The lieutenant governor will kick things off with an introduction, followed by a discussion among … , a junior studying political science who has been involved with WeVote since his freshman year. "There's just a feeling …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61708