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Fall programs highlight tuition-related employee benefit

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… held this semester so Western Michigan University employees can learn about their free-tuition benefit. All employee … program for the spouse and dependent children of employees with full-time benefits eligibility. Full-time benefits-eligible employees can take undergraduate or graduate courses tuition free. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42941

Kalamazoo Art Fair kicks off summer

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… and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Bronson Park. Visitors can also enjoy live music, a beer garden, acrobats, street … It offers monetary prizes, spans two days that overlap with other community activities, and is expected to attract …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/462

Hal Holbrook comes to Miller Auditorium

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… In his show, Holbrook brings the beloved author to life with irreverent humor and astonishing authenticity. Millions … are on sale now and range from $32.50 to $52.50. They can be purchased online at millerauditorium.com , by calling …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9858

Experienced professional named director of Vision Clinic

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… (not verified) on Kremer KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A professional with more than 35 years of experience with low-vision … comprehensive vision-care services to people with significantly reduced eyesight and, more recently, to the local … "But there are many more people in southwest Michigan who can use our services." He adds that he hopes to improve …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29936

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in June

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

…   June 2017 Opportunities Thursday, June 1 Volunteering with international students —12:15 to 1:30 p.m. at the … are $5 and include bus transportation, entrance and all you can eat food and soft drinks; open to the public.  …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40055

Defining your success

Haworth College of Business

… Defining your success Submitted by Amy Coughenour on Anna-Maria Astor … Michigan University. “I’ve seen how financial planning can change people’s lives. Financial well-being and security create a foundation for living without distress,” Astor says. “One challenge is that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69900

Western’s Pilot Plant gains machine to create recyclable, compostable trays

W Magazine

… and Lon Pschigoda, WMU Pilot Plant general manager, work with the machine donated by Germany-based Keifel … legislation,” he says. “The shapes and sizes that can be formed and used are almost endless. This is a very … producers are going to be buying machines faster than they can build them,” he says. The state-of-the-art technology …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70874

Mary Ghazarian’s advocacy for a better world

Haworth College of Business

… she says. “What types of barriers stand in the way? How can I ensure that the change is successful?” Undaunted by … experiences as well as get a better understanding of how I can contribute to the refugee crisis as a working … where I helped my co-workers approach company leaders with conversations about emotional and cultural …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69889

Fort St. Joseph archaeological lectures available online

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… like to take part in groundbreaking archaeological research without getting any dirt under the nails? Western Michigan … This virtual lecture program is offered free of charge and can take place in any classroom with the technical … to 1781--by the French, British, Spanish and Native Americans. Located on the banks of the St. Joseph River, the fort …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/292

WMU enrollment is up in teacher preparation programs

College of Education and Human Development

… partnerships and credit opportunities. WMU has partnered with districts in Kalamazoo, Van Buren, Calhoun and Allegan … and every semester they host teacher panels so students can learn from veteran teachers. They provide programming … sooner, start methods courses earlier, and that they can graduate fully prepared to teach. Our students can be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56731