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WMU makes deep cuts in tuition for future nonresident undergrads

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—After years of across-the-board tuition adjustments that … to cap nonresident tuition for future undergraduates in a way that will dramatically reduce the tuition bills for … Van Der Kley explains. With the decline already well underway, she says, WMU has begun to boost its nonresident …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37694

Using music as a vessel for social justice

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… First exposed to jazz by his grandparents, Gayden always appreciated the art form, but it wasn’t until he took a mandatory class in high school that … with world-renowned jazz bassist Esperanza Spalding after a performance at WMU set him on the path to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62039

'Station Eleven' is selection for WMU's 2016-17 book read

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… Read selection and a finalist for both the National Book Award and PEN/Faulkner Award. All of WMU's first-year students are required to read … who travel the shores of Michigan's Great Lakes 20 years after a devastating flu pandemic wipes out modern …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35228

The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences celebrates 60 years of excellence 

College of Arts and Sciences

… milestone came in 2011, when the Michigan Geological Survey was transferred from the state to WMU. About 30 states have … and archiving natural rock, mineral, energy and water resources for the public good. Housing the MGS at WMU … be available, enriching the department’s impact and service to the field.    Dr. Tom Straw, the second …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/12/geos-60th

Celebration of freedom, 'Black joy' planned for Western community to commemorate Juneteenth

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… in the traditional dances of their ancestors. Jasmine Warren mimics her movements as she crosses the floor, … my traditional roots, and I have to do more research," says Warren, social and well-being chair of Western's Black … people in Texas on June 19, 1865 —two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68335

Secondary education alumna receives award from WMU Athletics

College of Education and Human Development

… Secondary education alumna receives award from WMU Athletics Submitted by Chris Hybels on Sarah Giramia, center, was presented the award by WMU Athletics. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— … career preparation, academic success, mentorship, community service outreach and networking skills. For more information …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73161

WMU accountancy student recognized for achievements, leadership with $5,000 scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… Foundation Final Year Scholarship, a $5,000 scholarship awarded to students who are in their final year of studying … Business Development Center to assist the Internal Revenue Service with their Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. … Michigan Accountancy Foundation seeks to encourage and reward in students.” Hahn graduated from WMU in spring 2023 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71737

Valley Dining Center achieves LEED Gold certification

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University's Valley Dining Center was awarded a Gold certification in Leadership in Energy and … waste challenges that are inherent in a high-capacity food service facility. "We are so proud to have been awarded LEED …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47584

Student group once again recognized by leading human resource association

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… development opportunities to its members. The society has awarded a Superior Merit Award to  WMU's SHRM student chapter  in recognition of the … Resources at WMU participate in professional, social and service events designed to enhance career readiness. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54130

Flags lowered Monday for Master Sgt. Gregory Kuhse

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… the British Royal Air Force also died in the crash. Kuhse was an airman assigned to the 3rd Manpower Requirements … Squadron at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois. He was a class of 1995 graduate of Comstock High School and enlisted in the Air Force in 1996. Services and remembrances Members of the public can pay …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27964