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WMU Music Professor Emerita Phyllis Rappeport, 90, passes away

Irving S. Gilmore School of Music

… 1929, in the New York City borough of Queens where she grew up as a child. She passed away unexpectedly in her … to some community activity, or participating in faculty governance, she was engaged and dynamic. Phyllis was the … in Kalamazoo. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested a memorial contribution to one of the groups Phyllis …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57511

'Dancing in the Streets' comes to Miller Auditorium

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… (not verified) on The show will include hit songs by the Supremes. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—"Dancing in the Streets Motown … Tops, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes and much more. Tickets "Dancing in the Streets … discount is available to all WMU faculty and staff. Group discounts are available at (269) 387-2312. WMU students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30898

First draft of strategic plan revision released for public comment

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… it with colleagues and attend one of the many focus groups to be held by units across campus during February. The … document as well as a calendar of the planned focus group meetings will be posted on the strategic planning website … , to provide strategic planning input, or to keep up to date on planning activities and events, contact Jody …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29935

Chinese research grants available to faculty

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… accepted for a research and creative activities grant to support the study of Greater China by Western Michigan … members. The deadline for submitting proposals, valued at up to $3,000 each, is Friday, Feb. 12 . All board-appointed, … to conduct the research overseas. Consumable research supplies. Subject or participant fees. Other direct costs …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29616

Chen awarded third Fulbright award, research to focus on AI and business analytics

Haworth College of Business

… to cultivate opportunities for workforce re-skilling and up-skilling. In his previous Fulbright Specialist award, … and teaching from journals and conferences, the U.S. government, local community and WMU. He is this year’s …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/09/kaunchin-chen-fulbright-specialist-award

Dining Services partners with Invisible Need to expand food options

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… A sous chef in the Bernhard Center, he's been whipping up culinary creations at Western Michigan University for 12 … contain less food waste." Supporting Students Joshua Conley goes through items on the food pantry's shelves. Launched in … food pantry and says he hasn't eaten in three days, but he doesn't think he needs help as much as other people," says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58180

Nearly $3M grant will help WMU increase ESL-endorsed teacher workforce

College of Education and Human Development

… provided they pass the ESL certification sub-test. Supported teachers will receive $10,500 scholarships that will increase up to $11,000 in year five in addition to $300 for books and … test fees. In-service teachers will also be provided up to $1,000 for materials and resources for a project they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69606

Peter and the Starcatcher comes to Miller Auditorium

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… to discover how Peter Pan became The Boy Who Never Grew Up. The musical is suitable for younger audiences but most … and a valid Bronco ID is required at the time of pickup. Group discounts are available at (269) 387-2312. For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22650

Hawking biography to be screened

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… Valley as he meets a team of technicians who hope to speed up his communication system; and as he throws a party for … scientific discoveries and plots his rise to fame and superstardom.  For more news, arts and events , visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21370

WMU Pilot Plants director, researcher dies

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… Paper, Recycling and Coating Pilot Plants teamed up with Global Green and its Coalition for Resource Recovery … and packaging industries, starting with Starbucks coffee cups. Kendrick participated in forums and workshops, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21279