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Provost and dean discuss Grow Your Own on education podcast

College of Education and Human Development

… Julian Vasquez Heilig and Laura Dinehart. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig , … podcast on April 2 . Vasquez Heilig and Dinehart discussed Western's Grow Your Own program, the impact it is already … or additional endorsements with a tuition-free education. Western's College of Education and Human Development hosts …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75250

WMU aviation students to use leading-edge iPad technology

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… navigational materials are quickly coming to an end, and Western Michigan University's College of Aviation is on the … acceptance in the industry. "We are thrilled to have Western Michigan University's College of Aviation as a … for use of ForeFlight in phases of flight. About WMU Western Michigan University is learner-centered, discovery- …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1651

TowerPinkster selected as architectural firm for WMU Alumni Center

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… on Artist's rendering of a renovated East Hall. KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University has selected a Michigan firm … effort. "As a local firm, we understand the rich history of Western Michigan University and the story of its founding," … spaces. The site is at the top of Prospect Hill overlooking Kalamazoo’s downtown area. Building at the location …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7507

New director named for Michigan Geological Survey

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… appointed director of the Michigan Geological Survey at Western Michigan University. Effective Oct. 2 , John A. … areas in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan; all of the western states; selective areas of Canada's Ontario, … Yellich had been environmental and safety manager for the Western United States at Beazer Homes USA since 2005. As …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/10906

Student hits high note with national young jazz composer award

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… announced Codrington, who earned a bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University in jazz studies and is now also … little distant because I was on my way to a concert here at Western and I was focused on that." After the concert, the … to the University. "There are a lot of heavy hitters at Western," says Codrington. "All of them are self-realized as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52685

Week of Juneteenth events aims to celebrate emancipation, spark conversation

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two Registered Student Organizations at Western Michigan University are teaming up for a weeklong … art and activism focused on Black heritage and pride. Western's observance was planned in collaboration with … themselves as racial beings and we figure out what our role looks like in this fight toward racial and social justice …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64444

Outstanding seniors to be honored as 2022 Presidential Scholars

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Fifty students will be recognized as Western Michigan University's top seniors for 2022 during … and partner with the President's office, to honor many of Western Michigan University's most academically successful … engaged in artistic projects, usually working closely with Western faculty members. One student worked on a project …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67695

Faculty, student ensemble to perform Wednesday night concert

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Winds, an ensemble comprised of faculty and graduate … students from the brass, wind, and percussion studios in Western Michigan University's School of Music will perform a … online or by calling (269) 387-2300 or (800) 228-9858. Western Winds will present music ranging from the 19th to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27955

Mallinson Institute for Science Education celebrates 20 years of global scientific literacy

College of Arts and Sciences

… decades, the Mallinson Institute for Science Education at Western Michigan University has championed interdisciplinary … the science disciplines.  Originally a Teacher’s College, Western’s relationship with science education has always … of Arts and Sciences, as she elevated the department into Western's inaugural institute, revolutionizing the approach …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74440

WMU president unveils goal to achieve one of Michigan's top graduation rates

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… of the University address, President Montgomery outlines Western's vision to achieve one of Michigan's highest … historically underrepresented students. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University  President Edward Montgomery  … and strategic investments of faculty and staff, fueled by Western’s historic Empowering Futures Gift and the  raft of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73200