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Rianna Clay-Valdez: Building a career path and leaning into authenticity
Haworth College of Business
… computer science before finding that her capacity to work with numbers was an inroad to a future in finance. “Entering Western, I was not prepared for the level of focus and self-awareness I … fields of study, but my skills in analysis and math, paired with my passion for uplifting my community for generational …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75085
Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation
College of Arts and Sciences
… Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation Submitted by Anonymous … renovation plan was launched. Designed in partnership with Tower Pinkster and HGA, the renovated building design … was made possible by $30 million in state funding together with $13 million contributed by the University and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73667
Campus community, alumni welcomed to homecoming week events ahead of game
News
… says Wayne Bond , assistant director for campus engagement, with 22 students being considered for just eight spots. … are proud to return to as alumni, and it all starts now." View updates about more student engagement events on … department chairs, faculty and students attend lunch with awardees and hear what’s new and exciting at the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69383
TRIO future educators celebrated during cord ceremony
College of Education and Human Development
… Tyler McClenny, a secondary education student, is presented with a cord and certificate from TRIO FESP staff. Cheyenne … on April 18 . During the ceremony, students were presented with cords in the TRIO colors of black and red to wear at … year. "I was happy to be part of the celebration because I know these future educators give me a lot of hope for what is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71435
Newest Kalamazoo festival features funk, R&B music
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… The Dazz Band Featured acts Friday, July 19 —The Floaters, with opening acts Valarie Barrymore and the Foundation of … and the 33rd Street Band Saturday, July 20 —The Dazz Band, with opening acts Nadir and the Out of Flavor Boys For more …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8043
WMU welcomes new VP for marketing and strategic communication
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… VP for marketing and strategic communication Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Proudfoot KALAMAZOO, … search to fill a newly created position at WMU charged with providing the vision and the leadership to advance … work," he says. Proudfoot comes to Kalamazoo as a leader with more than two decades of experience in marketing and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/47241
WMU's global engagement growth reflects national trends
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… engagement growth reflects national trends Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on More international students … this fall and has expanded its global engagement efforts with new partnerships in Iraq, Turkey and Brazil. Compared … Nov. 12 by the Institute of International Education with support from the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3017
Public gets first look at design potential of East Hall renovation
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… Public gets first look at design potential of East Hall renovation Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Key … parameters of the visioning process were outlined along with preliminary sketches in the presentation to trustees. … the space that we've been asked to design. We're working with our historic preservation consultant to both redevelop …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8238
History made: Merze Tate College, Black women leaders honor Tate's legacy
Merze Tate College
… History made: Merze Tate College, Black women leaders honor Tate's legacy Submitted by Bonnie Pfingst on … directing student success services designed to assist WMU with meeting student retention and graduation goals. Tomika … the founding associate dean of Merze Tate College at WMU. With oversight of five units within the college, Gardner …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74559
WMU to announce region’s only graduate certificate in tribal governance as it hosts Native American U.S. assistant secretary for Indian Affairs at talk
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… WMU to announce region’s only graduate certificate in tribal … The WMU Native American Affairs Council is coordinating with representatives from the three tribal nations in the … and the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi—to welcome Newland with a drum and traditional ceremony. During the event, WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71354