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Homecoming Campus Classic race set for Oct. 25

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… on WMU's 16th annual Homecoming Campus Classic race is Oct. 25. KALAMAZOO, Mich.--Western Michigan University … The 5K run and walk will start at 9:15 a.m. at the same location. Participants will be timed using Chronotrack B-Tag … Lot 13 and the parking ramp on West Michigan Avenue across from the Student Recreation Center. Those who wish to stay …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19752

Director of riding center next up in Keystone Breakfast Series

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… director for the Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center will discuss animal-assisted therapies and the array of resources offered by the … in 2150 Schneider Hall, delivering a presentation titled “My Therapist Weighs 1,200 Pounds: A Look at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12623

Campus community, alumni welcomed to homecoming week events ahead of game

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… faculty and staff are gathering across campus under this year’s theme, “Home Sweet Home,” to welcome alumni, … purchase tickets Monday, Oct. 10 Take part in Singing Bingo from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the South Ballroom of the Bernhard … and learn about Western’s campus in the early days: How did Western expand across Stadium Drive? What was here …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69383

Student startup connects small businesses to Gen Z for events, food and shopping

College of Education and Human Development

… to Gen Z for events, food and shopping Submitted by Chris Hybels on Gabriella Ford and Hailey Gordon. KALAMAZOO, … project was to think of a potential business and build it from scratch," says Ford. "During the semester we would work … about different parts of a starting business. We've learned how to keep your books, apply for a loan and how to start an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74175

WMU set to cultivate next generation of school psychologists with landmark grant

College of Education and Human Development

… WMU set to cultivate next generation of school psychologists with landmark grant Submitted by Chris Hybels on Drs. Kristal Ehrhardt and Jess Heybach, project … Mich.—A $650,000 grant to Western Michigan University from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/07/school-psychologist-grant-michigan-college-education-human-development

2015 RecycleMania tournament underway

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… waste reduction and recycling on campuses nationwide. WMU is one of 392 schools taking part, with 4.5 million students … is offered through an engagement platform called "my Actions."  "We’re thrilled to expand the scope of … schools that excel in inspiring individuals to take action, from composting an apple core to recycling a bottle." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21779

AL Central Champ Detroit Tigers coming to WMU

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… Detroit Tigers] KALAMAZOO – Fresh off their first division title in 24 years, the 2011 American League Central … appearance on the Western Michigan University campus this month. Update (Jan. 19) The event is sold out. The Detroit Tigers Winter Caravan arrives at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/46

Education and human development celebrates high achievers with annual award ceremony

College of Education and Human Development

… high achievers with annual award ceremony Submitted by Chris Hybels on Rising Star Award recipients, left to right: … with Tayler Boelk, the Esprit de Corps Award recipient. From left to right, College of Education and Human … this this award because it lets me know that the work my colleagues and I have been doing is making an impact," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71533

Middle East expert to talk about 'Engaging the Muslim World'

College of Arts and Sciences

… on Cole KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In the wake of recent terrorist attacks in Paris and Mali and an increasing level of … renowned Middle East expert Dr. Juan Cole will discuss how misconceptions about Islam affect America's social and … Series, now in its third year, calls together experts from a range of scholarly and activist backgrounds to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28691

Fort St. Joseph offers lectures and open house

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… offers lectures and open house Submitted by Deanne Puca on Visitors listen to a presentation at the 2016 open house. … and continues on Wednesdays through Aug. 2 at the same location. Lecture series topics and speakers July 12 , … Fort St. Joseph project also will host its free open house from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, and Sunday, Aug. 6 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40535