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'Heritage' and environmental commitment dovetail in WMU renovation

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… event at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23 . Thousands are expected to be in attendance and eager to get their first look at the … as he noted the challenge of transforming the interior into a building with such new features as conference rooms, a cafe and a ballroom that can accommodate 180 people. The project's architectural …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27780

President Dunn heads to Malaysia to celebrate 25-year partnership

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… near Kuala Lumpur and the launch of a "twinning program" between that college and WMU helped Malaysia emerge as a … thousands of Malaysian students at more than 60 American colleges and universities as well as universities in … Sunway-WMU program. Today, Sunway College has transitioned into Sunway University and awards its own bachelor's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/763

NPR counterterrorism correspondent to give talk

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… nation and the state's only lecture series devoted to American foreign policy issues. Locally, WMU will be offering a live lecture by National Public Radio … House correspondent for Bloomberg during President Bill Clinton's two terms. She also has covered financial markets …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4380

Annual festival brings theatre artists from across Midwest to campus

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… the plays of emerging theatre artists. Events will be held at the York Theatre in the Gilmore Theatre Complex. … and their input in post play discussions will significantly impact the future of these new works. It is very … to share work early in its life. It offers great insight into the artistic process and the role of both artists and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47468

Broncos Lead interns grow job skills by helping kids grow in their love of nature

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… grow in their love of nature Submitted by Erin Flynn on Gabe Bresnahan, a marketing student, was able to lead planning … know; it really is another step up on the ladder to getting into a career." As a social media intern, Robinson has led … Playscape.  "Gabe planned an entire community event; I just can't say enough about that. There are people who have been …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72461

Some WMU offices reduce hours, close over spring recess

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… campus services at Western Michigan University will be on reduced hours during spring semester recess, which begins  Monday, March 5 , and continues  through Friday, … Portions of a particular building that do not normally go into night setback mode will not go into holiday mode. For …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45319

Units across WMU donate personal protection equipment to medical professionals

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… to medical professionals Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jill Weber and Jessica Slates display some of the donated items. … "We really feel a bit helpless, and this is one way we can give," he says. "Everyone in my department and at WMU is … and staff from the Frostic School of Art have also been digging through their studios to find masks, disposable …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58693

TIME ranks Western as a ‘Best College for Future Leaders’

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… TIME ranks Western as a ‘Best College for Future Leaders’ Submitted by Deanne Puca on … Mich.—TIME ranked Western Michigan University as one of the best schools in higher education for future leaders, citing … that Western’s emphasis on excellence has translated into tangible achievements for its graduates.  “Our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74605

Students plan educational event to highlight and combat oppression

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—Members of the public will have a chance to learn more about … a quilt made by WMU students and Kalamazoo community members that will be displayed and available for viewing from 1 … a keynote speaker will discuss how the Kalamazoo community can work together to combat oppression. Following the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3049

Student designs sales tool to help boost Stryker profits

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… who graduates in spring 2014, was asked to design a tool to be used by the company's 150 sales reps. She did a crash … what I needed to add, certain types of videos and other suggestions." Simic also had to work with regulatory … to work on it 20 hours a week, making it the best it can be, while also going to school full time. The site …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6422