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June deadline set for alums, community members to 'make their mark'

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… open Oct. 23. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As construction crews race toward a fall completion of Western Michigan University's new … focal point for the city for more than a century."  Ways to add a name Thomas says there are three basic … names in the new center: An engraved 4-inch-by-8-inch brick paver for $100 that will be placed on the portico patio …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23566

Free at-home COVID-19 test kits distributed throughout campus

Sindecuse Health Center

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69214

Aiming High with the Air Force ROTC – Noah Bielat’s Sights are Set

College of Aviation

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/02/bielat

In the know about snow: WMU’s closure policy and safety info

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… the conditions   When outdoors in subfreezing weather, always cover your head, ears and hands. Wear a scarf, … layers. It ’ s best to wear loose-fitting, windproof and water-resistant outer layers. Remove layers as your body … University closings since 1999   1999, Jan. 4-5—Heavy snowfall delayed the start of the spring semester. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/winter-closure-information-2025-26

In Print, summer 2026

W Magazine

… respond to changing legal guidance following the decision. Award-winning author’s new collection explores the life of … Caucus of the American Library Association’s Best Poetry Award —in May 2025 with RIZE Press. The poetry collection … specialist’s textbook tackles child development in a screen-heavy world Holohan Melinda Holohan , faculty specialist II …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/print-summer-2026

Preserving History and Canopy: Collaborative Progress at The Oaklands Residence

Planning, Design and Construction

… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A thoughtful transformation is underway at Western Michigan University’s historic Oaklands … long-term health of the grove. The WMU Geology Department was brought in to conduct ground-penetrating radar (GPR) … is also launching. To support this renovation and isolate heavy equipment from sensitive root systems, Elite Companies …

https://wmich.edu/facilitiespdc/news/2026/06/preserving-history-oaklands-residence

WMU closes campuses early for severe winter weather

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… sports and sports club practices are canceled. Climbing Wall is closed all night. The   WMU Student Center will … University closings since 1999 1999, Jan. 4-5—Heavy snowfall delayed the start of spring semester. 2000, … 2022, Dec. 22—Impending severe winter weather and blizzard warning cause the University to close early on the final day …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/02/closure-february-12-2025

WMU Soccer Complex receives $75,000 field upgrade

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… the soil will be prepared for seed and new varieties of grass tailored specifically for soccer pitches will be … Prior to the 2015 season, expanded bleacher seating was installed and a fully operational press box was constructed. In 2013, a paved parking lot with a new …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39591

All WMU campuses close early Thursday, Dec. 22, due to impending severe weather

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… or is canceled. CAMPUS SERVICES University Libraries —Waldo Library and Zhang Legacy Collections Center will  … on Wednesday, Jan. 4 . The  Bernhard Center ,  including Subway, PNC and the WMU Bookstore, will  close at 5 p.m. The  … UNIVERSITY CLOSINGS SINCE 1999 1999, Jan. 4-5—Heavy snowfall delayed the start of spring semester. 2000, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70244

WMU closes campuses Jan. 21 for severe weather as frigid temperatures, snow continue

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… University closings since 1999 1999, Jan. 4-5—Heavy snowfall delayed the start of spring semester. 2000, … 27—Snow and cold temperatures closed WMU. 2014, Nov. 18—Heavy snowfall closed WMU. 2015, Feb. 2—A widespread … 2022, Dec. 22—Impending severe winter weather and blizzard warning cause the University to close early on the final day …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/closure-january-21-2025