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WMU students win top honors at Opera Grand Rapids competition

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… took top honors at an opera vocal competition earlier this month, competing against students from several other … the nine finalists also were from WMU. Helm received a $500 cash prize for her performances of “Depuis le jour,” … a Division II category for students age 17-23 with no more than four semesters of college experience. WMU junior Alicia …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6605

Game show night planned by Campus Activities Board

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Game show night is Jan. 24. KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University students … can play individually or in teams for the chance to win a cash prize in an interactive game show from 9 to 11 p.m. … Thursday, Jan. 24 , in 208 Bernhard Center. The event is sponsored by the Campus Activities Board. Admission is $1 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4143

Second City returns to WMU for employee training session

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… session in 2010 was so positive that the University is bringing the sketch comedy group back to campus to focus … generational differences. The new presentation, "Working Better Together: Understanding and Responding to Difficult Workplace Situations," is free and being sponsored by the Michigan University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/238

From the classroom to the court: WMU alumnus, one-time educator living out his hoop dreams

W Magazine

… to the court: WMU alumnus, one-time educator living out his hoop dreams Submitted by Erin Flynn on A lifelong hoops … those organizations set me with the mentality of doing more than what’s being asked of you.” Perhaps just as impactful … and the entire West Michigan area. They are probably 90% of why we succeed.” If anyone understands the significance of …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/alumni-profile-trey-conner-grand-rapids-gold

Leadership advice from an expert: Major General Rod Faulk

Haworth College of Business

… on active duty as the commanding general, 99th Readiness Division, U.S. Army Reserve, at Joint Base … picture and assess the organization. I believe that it’s better to see the changes needed and drive the changes yourself than to have changes thrust upon you. Q: What is the career …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69760

Global Studies in the Field prepares students for study abroad, connects students to scholarships and careers

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… to become conscientious citizens in a globalized world.  GIST 3100: Global Studies in the Field is a course run by the … from a multicultural perspective not only makes you a better person, but also more capable and employable.” Dixon … students to earn a $1,000 study abroad scholarship. More than 460 students at Western studied abroad in the 2024-2025 …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/04/program-feature-global-studies

Alumnus Gang Chen is making strides in AI and machine learning

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Alumnus Gang Chen is making strides in AI and machine learning Submitted by … of corporate data they would like to mine and utilize to better serve their customers, and most enterprises are … more often and settled less. There are more things in life than your career; mind your work life balance. Technology …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/gang-chen-making-strides-ai-machine-learning

WMU trustees appoint Russ Kavalhuna, J.D., as University’s 10th president

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… as University’s 10th president Submitted by Paula M. Davis on The Bronco community welcomed Russ Kavalhuna, J.D., … families and entire communities,” he says. “That’s why I consider it the greatest honor of my career to serve … For him, winning means empowering students and making life better for the residents of our state. We’ll build on the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/trustees-appoint-russ-kavalhuna-10th-president

Taboo topics course uses dialogue to break through barriers

W Magazine

… Kalamazoo breakfast eatery, Claire Hernandez found herself listening to a friend contemplate committing suicide. The … elective course offering in WMU’s School of Communication . Why, they wonder, would students want to learn about topics … knew I could say a bunch of things that would make you feel better, but I can’t contribute to your situation because I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59619

Zhang Career Center speakers address gender in the workplace

Haworth College of Business

… covering a timely topic: gender in the workplace. SPuRS is a co-curricular graduation requirement at WMU Haworth, … Organized by Jennifer Palmatier, employer relations specialist, the event featured two speakers who shared their … that Jones did not know to look out for—she was paid less than her male counterparts, the turnover rate was high and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67861