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Early registration extended for livable communities conference
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… Early registration extended for livable communities conference … by Deanne Puca on Mindell KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Early registration has been extended through Friday, June 1 , for the … for the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association and more than 20 years of volunteering at homeless shelters. He holds …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46274
Poets with WMU ties take the stage in 'Fairy Tales' poetry reading
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… poets with ties to Western Michigan University. The reading is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, in the Portage District Library, 300 Library Lane, in Portage, Mich. The … Department of English. Rypman has taught at WMU for more than 20 years. After a career as a travel journalist, Rypma …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/13863
From classroom to credit union, Chloe Park invests in her future
Haworth College of Business
… the spring of 2022, business analytics student Chloe Park is on a path toward a bright future and successful career, thanks to the support and resources in the Haworth College … Before making her way to WMU Haworth, Park attended Kellogg Community College where she earned her associate degree. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73126
Award-winning group to map Mexico through live music
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… Western Michigan University's observance of national Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 … "Beyond the Music: A Musical Geography of Mexico," is set for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Dalton Center Recital … son huasteco, gusto, son istmeño, chilenas and more than 30 other styles. As performers and recording artists, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54873
Video and communications firm owner next up in speaker series
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… Friday, Oct. 17 , in Room 2150 of Schneider Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at … or at wmich.edu/business/e-rsvp . Free parking is available in the Schneider Hall parking lot, Lot 72R. The … Coming from a long line of entrepreneurs, Kay has more than lived up to the family entrepreneurial legacy, with her …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/18414
Hackley Woodford: Doctor, Tuskegee Airman and social justice advocate left lasting legacy
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… Dr. Hackley Woodford Born in Kalamazoo in 1914, he spent his childhood performing as a soloist and violinist with his family's band, The Woodford … opened a family practice. Over the years he delivered more than 3,000 babies. He also led the charge in desegregating …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63002
WMU named Michigan's top 'affordable, eco-friendly' campus
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… by BestChoiceSchools.com. Coming in at No. 13 on the list of affordable schools that are "recognized leaders in energy conservation and sustainability," WMU is the top-placing college in Michigan. Rankings by the … and annual tuition and fees or cost of attendance of less than $25,000. More than 300 environmentally conscious …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19644
Poets with WMU ties explore Michigan through verse, discussion
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… Poets with WMU ties explore Michigan through verse, discussion Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The … to Western Michigan University will read from their work this month and participate in a panel discussion on how living … teaches. Her multilingual work has appeared in more than 40 journals and 12 anthologies, including Blue Fifth …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12800
Experts slated for upcoming Michigan Autism Conference
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… Experts slated for upcoming Michigan Autism Conference Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The fourth annual Michigan Autism Conference will bring leading scientists and treatment … proven treatments for children with autism. More than 500 people are expected to attend. To register, go to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34858
Redefining Normal: Alumni find strength in each other to inspire a new generation
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… to inspire a new generation Submitted by Erin Flynn on Alexis and Justin Black sit together in their new home. … only 56% of foster youth graduate high school and less than 3% graduate from college. While there are many … mentors around me gave me the confidence to apply. They suggested I go to the Seita Scholars Program because they had …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63818