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Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation

College of Arts and Sciences

… tens of thousands of students over the decades, nears completion. The thoroughly modernized learning environment, … made possible by a $43 million investment, is slated to open in spring 2024.  Originally built in 1971 as part of … Hall, we hope to provide students with an inspiring space where they can cultivate their intellectual curiosity, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73667

WMU Ethics Center announces keynote speaker on privilege in research ethics

Study of Ethics in Society

… conference Feb. 25 in Cincinnati. Sarina Saturn , Ph.D., editor of the ADVANCE Journal for Individual and Institutional … social justice advocate, Saturn devotes her time educating communities on LGBTQ2SIA+ and other minority groups’ trauma … in workshop discussions . To apply, complete this online form . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73512

WMU’s 2025 fall awards to spotlight distinguished contributions across campus

News

… WMU’s 2025 fall awards to spotlight distinguished contributions across campus … work. The celebration begins at 11 a.m. in Kirsch Auditorium of the Fetzer Center.   President Russ Kavalhuna and … Teaching Awards   Dr. Julie Apker , professor of communication   Dr. Daniela Schröter , associate professor …   For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online.   …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/2025-fall-awards-celebration-recognizes-wmu-best

"Value" - Leray Posey

News

… Leray Posey Submitted by Megan Looker on "Value" "I wanted to express my physical insecurities in an artistic and … that as well. Adding the pink retro aesthetic brings comfort to me as an artist. This was more of a personal … Posey, Kalamazoo, MI This artwork is part of WMU News' online Pandemic Art gallery. To view other artists' work, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59463

"Material Nature" - Sarah Wheaton

News

… "Material Nature" - Sarah Wheaton Submitted by Megan Looker on "Material Nature" "In taking a moment to look at my home, I was shocked to find how much … Wheaton, Gobles, MI This artwork is part of WMU News' online Pandemic Art gallery. To view other artists' work,   …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59473

Champions of the arts, WMU alumni Lynn Chen-Zhang and Charles Zhang win Kalamazoo arts council award

News

… Award winner in the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo's Community Arts Awards. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A power couple that empowers the arts to thrive in Kalamazoo, Lynn Chen-Zhang , M. S.’ 91, a … with artists and institutions. Zhang Financial, where Zhang is founder and president and Chen-Zhang is CEO, …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/lynn-chen-zhang-charles-zhang-arts-council-greater-kalamazoo-business-award-2025

Experience the world’s food, music and culture at WMU’s International Bazaar

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… and celebration from around the world.   All are invited to this community event, scheduled for 4 to 9 p.m. in the WMU … of miles away, and the International Bazaar creates a space where they can share their heritage, stories and traditions …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/03/international-bazaar-2026

"I Thought I Had More Ramen" - Jaylynn Mittig

News

… New and Interesting Places" "What inspired me for my "Memento Vitae" series was wanting to represent the reminder of death in a relatable way, which can also be taken as comedic. More often than not, a skeleton or skull is seen as … Mittig, Gibraltar, MI This artwork is part of WMU News' online Pandemic Art gallery. To view other artists' work,  …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59468

From cowboy hats to kickoff: Bronco pride on display during WMU Spirit Week, Homecoming 2025

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… From cowboy hats to kickoff: Bronco pride on display during WMU Spirit Week, Homecoming 2025 Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, … is ready to paint the town brown and gold as it welcomes alumni, students, employees, families and fans to …   For more WMU news, arts and events, visit   WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/homecoming-2025-weekend-kickoff

Western Michigan University’s Leadership and Business Strategy Program launches downtown shuttle connecting campus and city

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… Leadership and Business Strategy Program launches downtown shuttle connecting campus and city Submitted by Erin … strategy projects with Sleeping Giant Capital’s portfolio companies. Through this immersion, students get innovative … and utilize the shuttle. The goal is to build an ecosystem where education, business, and community engagement …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/leadership-business-strategy-downtown-kalamazoo-juice-bus-launch