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Jazz students continue winning streak in DownBeat competition

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… comprehensive competition for collegiate jazz programs, WMU students earned two awards, placing among the top 10 … universities brought home an award. The two wins meant WMU tied with many major institutions for the most awards, … competition going international more than 10 years ago. "WMU's jazz studies program has been earning awards in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47375

Study Abroad Fair is first step to journey of a lifetime

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… Study Abroad Fair will showcase the more than 70 programs WMU offers in some 30 countries. It is free and open to the … provides a bridge for students wishing to enhance their WMU degree with an international experience that will also … available to them worldwide," says Dr. Jane Blyth, WMU director of study abroad and global program development. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9904

Aviation college honors individuals for diversity, historical achievements

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… College of Aviation. Randall Rochon , alumnus, founder of WMU's chapter of the Organization of Black Aerospace … Airlines. The honorees were feted at a Dec. 9 event held on WMU's main campus in Kalamazoo. A number of scholarship … at the forefront of the agricultural aviation industry. The WMU alumnus and licensed pilot has operated out of Nunica …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37239

Chorale earns second place in national competition

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… competition Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU Chorale took second place in the national contest. … choral division of the 2013 American Prize competition. The WMU Chorale was announced as runner-up in the national … the Pacific Lutheran University Choir. Judges praised the WMU Chorale, WMU's flagship choral ensemble, in large part …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9535

Western climbs in 'Best for Vets' list

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… veterans pursuing higher education. Military Times placed WMU on its 2023 "Best for Vets" list of colleges and … the Military Times. “Rankings such as these help solidify WMU as a school of choice for military-connected students … into academia," says Kenneth Franks , military advocate in WMU's Office of Military and Veteran Affairs . 'In my first …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73500

Football, fun and fans highlight homecoming week

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… fans highlight homecoming week Submitted by Deanne Puca on WMU football at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, against Kent … to gear up for the annual homecoming game, which will pit WMU against the Kent State University Golden Flashes at 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 16 . The WMU Bookstore is also offering discounts to alumni during …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65814

Former Bronco star Tim Lester tapped as new head football coach

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… named head football coach at Western Michigan University, WMU Athletic Director Kathy Beauregard announced Jan. 13.  Lester, who comes to WMU from Purdue University, completed  a Hall-of-Fame playing career at WMU as a four-year starter at quarterback from 1996 to 1999, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37472

Global studies major receives Gilman Scholarship to study in Spain

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… the recipient of the Transfer Academic Scholarship and the WMU Academic Competitiveness Grant. Since its inception in … to pursue overseas study for college credit. To date, 13 WMU students have received the award. Assistance provided by WMU White was advised and supported in applying for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12511

Two more students earn prestigious Gilman scholarships

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… to pursue overseas study for college credit. To date, nine WMU students have received the award. The scholarship … minoring in Arabic. He plans to study Arabic language at WMU's newest study abroad partner, the American University … Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Baughman is the treasurer of WMU's Arabic Language Club. Rebecca Dubord Dubord received a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4296

Concerto competition winners perform at Miller Auditorium

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… Ticket Office at (269) 387-2300 or (800) 228-9858. WMU concerto competition winners William Ford Ford is a … 2017 American Wind Symphony Orchestra. Prior to attending WMU, he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in jazz studies … under the guidance of LSU trombone professor and 2011 WMU graduate Hana Beloglavec. His primary teachers have been …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46247