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Western celebrates summer 2024 graduates earning more than 1,100 degrees June 29

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… University will grant students more than 800 degrees at the bachelor's level, more than 250 at the master's level, six specialist degrees and over 70 … Auditorium. Seating in the auditorium is limited; all seats are general admission. Guests without tickets may view the

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75683

More than 600 schools competing in RecycleMania

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… competition among more than 600 colleges and universities. The eight-week competition runs through March 31, with the goal of increasing awareness of and participation in campus recycling and waste … participating this year in several different competitions. What you can do! Use mugs or other reusable drink …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/188

Rutgers vice president to take research reins at WMU

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… University has named Dr. Terri Goss Kinzy of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, as WMU's new vice … Rutgers' Robert Wood Johnson Medical School faculty in 1995.  Internationally known for her work in the area of gene expression, she has served as director of the

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44262

Name for new Goldsworth Valley dining hall approved by board

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Design concept for the Valley Dining Center KALAMAZOO, Mich.—During their … destination for Valley residents, the two-story, 67,000-square-foot dining center will be situated just south of the … Pond. Construction is expected to begin in late spring 2015, with a projected opening in fall 2016. The second floor …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20770

WMU researchers win $526,000 grant to better treat substance abuse

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… WMU researchers win $526,000 grant to better treat substance abuse Submitted by … use screening and boost intervention and referral services. The grant, from the U.S. Department of Health and Human … to treatment—SBIRT—will be provided to hundreds of health care professionals in the community working at a variety of

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30797

WMU commits to expanding college access at White House event

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… President John M. Dunn will join President Barack Obama, the First Lady, and Vice President Joe Biden along with hundreds of college presidents and other higher education leaders to announce new actions to help more students prepare for and graduate from college.  The White House College …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20460

WMU entrepreneur wins Brian Patrick Thomas Award

Haworth College of Business

… Award Submitted by Stacey Lowis on Delgado KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The student entrepreneur behind a device that provides a … date, her major accomplishments have included: Interviewing 50 potential customers regarding consumer needs local to … Filing for a provisional patent. Delgado's immediate plans are to use half of the award monies to produce 50 prototypes …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39643

WMU educators recognized for excellence in teaching and student engagement

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… engagement Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Whether guiding students through the complexities of health … passion for teaching and dedication to student learning are core to their work,” says Dr. Chris Cheatham , interim … to my success,” adds Cori Osterman , B.A.’24, M.A.’25.   “She truly cares about each of her students in a way …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/distinguished-teaching-awards-2025-julie-apker-daniela-schroter

Regional locations to offer convenient master's program

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… Regional locations to offer convenient master's program Submitted by Anonymous … regional sites KALAMAZOO—Individuals in southwest and southeast Michigan will soon have an easier way to gain the … coordinator. An accredited bachelor's degree in most areas is a good base for beginning the program. Classes will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8018

Communication professor's immersive exhibit in media and news literacy will debut at Kalamazoo Valley Museum

College of Arts and Sciences

… staff on her exhibit. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A new exhibit at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum puts perceptions of the media in … threatened by misinformation. If citizens do not have a shared system of facts, they cannot govern themselves … invite users to question how they get information and what information they decide to trust. It teaches users …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67102