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Distinguished alumnus joins free University Symphony Orchestra concert

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… Western Michigan University Symphony Orchestra will be joined by 2017 School of Music Distinguished Alumni Award … at the State University of New York-Fredonia, will be the featured soloist in a newly composed "Trumpet … and the "Estancia Ballet Suite" by Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera. For more news, arts and events , visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44659

Some campus offices on reduced hours for the holidays

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… the holidays Submitted by Deanne Puca on Spring semester begins Monday, Jan. 6. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Most Western … Dec. 24 , through Wednesday, Jan. 1 . Holiday recess begins with the end of fall semester, and some campus … halls open at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4. Spring semester begins at 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6. Listed below are holiday …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57031

Nominations sought for Global Engagement Award

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… of Flags KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Eligible faculty and staff members at Western Michigan University have until Wednesday, … engagement of WMU and its students and faculty and staff members. Enhancement of knowledge and understanding of global affairs. Those contributions may be in the realm of teaching and other instructional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43467

Campuswide input being gathered to update strategic plan

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… Campuswide input being gathered to update strategic plan Submitted by … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—All students and employees are being asked to help shape Western Michigan University's … a Dec. 1 email message, WMU President John M. Dunn asked members of the campus community to contribute to the process by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28841

Renowned trombonist to perform at WMU

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… professor of trombone at Vanderbilt University, will be performing a solo recital at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, … , in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. The performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. discussion hosted by Dr. Robert White . Tickets are $12 general admission, $10 for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42409

Festival provides chance to explore Chinese and East Asian culture

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… annual China Festival at Western Michigan University will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, in WMU's … culture. "China Festival is a place for community members to explore Chinese and East Asian Culture," says Dr. … A Badminton tournament final and clinic The festival is being organized by the Haenicke Institute in collaboration …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/42972

Get moving, gamers!

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… just a sedentary activity. Studies show those who are in better shape are sharper mentally and have more success in … fitness. They found a significant relationship between a person’s cardiorespiratory fitness and their … Nicholas Hanson “The greater aerobic fitness you have, the better cognitive performance you’ll see,” Hanson explains. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69851

Dennis Simpson nominated for MASU Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year

College of Health and Human Services

… Lansing, Michigan. Universities each nominate a faculty member who has had a significant impact on student learning … Simpson joined the faculty at WMU in January 1978. He has been an active member and leader of the WMU chapter of the American …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75549

Kalamazoo Marathon race director is Keystone speaker

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… economic impact of bringing a marathon to Kalamazoo will be delivered from the top when the race's director speaks at … community. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-5050. Parking is available in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/263

Thousands of students and families to attend orientation sessions

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… deadline KALAMAZOO--More than 8,000 people, including beginning students and their families as well as transfer students, will be attending orientation sessions this summer at Western … freshmen and 4,500 of their parents and other family members are expected to be on campus for one of the 12 New …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/574