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'Food Prisons' focuses on body image and eating disorders

News

… be performed at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 10-11 , in the Dalton Center Recital Hall at Western Michigan … have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness and 95 percent of those with eating disorders are between the ages of 12 and 25. The mixed messages young …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/147

Interactive wayfinding maps help library users locate materials with ease

University Libraries

… mapping and wayfinding platform developed by Springshare, integrates with the Libraries’ online catalog. When users search for a … "With the new maps integration, users are able to find what they're looking for on the shelf, right within the

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-interactive-maps

WMU among four schools in nation recognized for sustainable cleaning

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… University is one of just four educational institutions in the country and the only one in the state to be recognized … with the exception of disinfectant, and a change in floor care procedures that allowed WMU to eliminate the use of … product changes, and they educated 167 custodians who clean 54 primary buildings every day. This certification validates …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21909

Outstanding seniors to be honored as 2022 Presidential Scholars

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… Western Michigan University's top seniors for 2022 during the annual Presidential Scholars Convocation from 4 to 6 … their units as a WMU Presidential Scholar. This year, 50 scholars were chosen from a senior class of 5,082 … that they have carried throughout their undergraduate careers," Montgomery says. "The faculty members who nominated …

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

Counselor education alumna recognized as state's top school counselor

College of Education and Human Development

… by Chris Hybels on Jamie Hess (right) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Michigan School Counselor Association announced  Jamie   Hess , school counselor at the  Calhoun Area Career Centers , as the 2024  Michigan School Counselor of the Year . Hess has served as a school counselor for 12 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73656

Association plans public event at Asylum Lake Preserve

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… Anonymous (not verified) on Asylum Lake Preserve KALAMAZOO—The birds, plants and history of Kalamazoo's Asylum Lake … event is open to the public and will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 18 , at the preserve's Parkview Avenue … can view exhibits and speak with representatives from area groups working to protect the Earth and preserve its …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7158

Bronco gymnast's resilience earns nomination for national award

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… by Erin Flynn on Payton Murphy was named a finalist for the 2022 CWSA Honda Inspiration Award for her resilience in … Payton Murphy's decorated collegiate gymnastics career nearly ended before it took off. The standout Western … Inspiration Award winner, but Murphy says the title isn't what's important—it's the opportunity to help others. "I'm …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68377

PBS to air WMU alum's documentary on Joffrey Ballet

News

… University alum's "deeply archived" documentary that tells the origin story of the revolutionary dance company the … company's late founders, Joffrey and Arpino, and just what made the company so special. The film also discusses … in Hercules' documentary. Performances of "Viva Vivaldi" are set for 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3786

Bronco Bash Registration Is Now Open

Student Engagement

… by Valerie Ott on Bronco Bash 2026! Bronco Bash is one of the largest student organization events at Western Michigan … of that decision. Who Should Register? All active RSOs are encouraged to participate. Whether your group is … with your organization name A concise description of what you do A sign up method that is quick and simple At …

https://wmich.edu/studentengagement/news/2026/03/broncobash20261

WMU, Kalamazoo College partner to provide immersive, collaborative business experience for students

Haworth College of Business

… Mich.—Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo College are embarking on an exciting new partnership that will allow students from both institutions to go outside the classroom to gain powerful experiences in leadership and … docuseries, providing an insider’s view of the project and what they are learning from the process and each other. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70561