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Anonymous donor reveals himself to students who want to be teachers

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… anonymous benefactor for five of the scholarships revealed his identity and met and congratulated the students … scholarships annually for five years for Kalamazoo Promise-eligible students who plan to become teachers. The grant … students awarded named scholarships through the program this year are all graduates of KPS high schools. They are: …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35533

Professor, institute director Perryman-Clark leads national convention

College of Arts and Sciences

… Mich.—A Western Michigan University faculty leader is driving discussion about the future of college writing instruction. Dr. Staci Perryman-Clark , professor of English and African American studies and director of Western's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67526

Western, Kellogg Community College renew agreements to maintain smooth transfer pathways for students

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… Western, Kellogg Community College renew agreements to maintain smooth … agreement, originally signed in 2018 and renewed today, assists students who are seeking a seamless transition from KCC … the duplication of coursework. “Kellogg Community College is thrilled to strengthen its longstanding partnership with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71418

Annual luncheon to honor human performance, health education alumni

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… to 2 p.m. on campus at the Fetzer Center. Saluting accomplishments, contributions, Service The main focus of the event is to provide public recognition for the professional accomplishments, contributions and service of outstanding alumni. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39370

Team USA luger sees natural track to career success at Western

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… off part of a uniform he wore for Team USA. Cookman consistently finished in the top 20 in international competitions. Courtesy: … during a field trip to a track in Negaunee, Michigan, with his Cub Scout troop. Courtesy: Miriam Jennewein He has been …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70875

Western's thriving campus community returns with promise of prosperous year ahead

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… Western's thriving campus community returns with promise of prosperous year ahead Submitted by Erin Flynn on … help first-year students settle in on campus. Fall welcome is a chance for first-year students to meet new people. The … to meet their new classmates. The Playfair in Waldo Stadium is a late-night highlight of Fall Welcome at Western. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69092

Philanthropic opportunities uncorked with new WMU wine

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… Left to right: Dr. Derrick McIver, Joe Newman, Dr. Doug Lepisto, Megan Miller and Jason Olinger discuss the new Bronconess wine. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—How do you … brand that speaks to consumers and generates sales? That is the question that students in leadership and business …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55583

Persistence pays dividends for business student with accounting job waiting after graduation

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… Persistence pays dividends for business student with accounting … degree in accountancy from Western. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Family is important to Jamilah Anthony . It's what fuels her drive … her passion at Western Michigan University. "(Western) is my home away from home," says Anthony, who will earn a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66508

Enlightened aviation adventure creates path to success for alumnus

College of Aviation

… you want an out-of-the-box thinker, then Eric Epplett is your guy. He probably had a bit of that in him by the … that Marines are never stumped because they always "improvise." In all, Epplett spent about nine years at the WMU … earned a bachelor's degree in  aviation science and administration  in 2012 and, while employed by Western, added a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58542

New series kicks off with highly honored Michigan educator

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… to build the capacity for better STEM education. The event is free and open to the public and begins with refreshments … (269) 387-8700 or at  mywmu.com/edforum . Free parking is available in Lot 41 behind Sangren Hall. The Education … dialogue on topics, trends and research in K-12 education, is sponsored by Educational Community Credit Union , and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20070