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… aviation student to international competition Submitted by Erin Flynn on Evin Cooper represented the United States … National Finals in Dayton, Ohio. (Courtesy: Red Bull) "I wasn't even scheduled that day, I just needed some extra … down to the hangar," he remembers. He found a DJ playing music, Red Bull displays and tables full of paper for …

… program ranks No. 5 in undergrad education Submitted by Stacey Lowis on ISM students work as consultants through … this program scores well.”  Additionally, the program was ranked No. 5 for its preparation of professionals in … ranking for emphasis on technology in the curriculum by Software Advice .  ISM's unique combination of supply chain …

… Nobel laureate to give public talk Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Williams KALAMAZOO, … strategist for the International Campaign to Ban Landmines, was a driving force in the launching of an international … Williams and the ICBL came to fruition in 1999 when the Ottawa Convention went into effect. Signed by 120 nations, it …

… Plan to #GiveGold in October Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Simplify giving to WMU by … on Western Wednesday during homecoming week and is an easy way for  Broncos across campus to #GiveGold . WMU’s Giving … week, Monday through Sunday, Oct. 1-7 , will count toward Giving Day. The goal is to boost giving among alumni, …

… funds to Detroit group's scholarship program Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … Helping Communities by boosting the value of individual awards made by the organization's Arab American Scholarship … addition means students will receive a total of $3,000 toward tuition costs at WMU. The scholarships begin in the …

… Professor receives award for contributions to LGBTQ-inclusive literature in elementary education Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Jill Hermann-Wilmarth, recipient of … Outstanding Elementary Educators in English Language Arts Award by the  National Council of Teachers of English . Drs. …

… It's game on for Chinese New Year Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on 2016 is the Year of the … on Western Michigan University's main campus. Hosted by the Confucius Institute at WMU, the event is free and … based on the lunar calendar, and each year is marked by one of 12 animals. In 2016, Chinese New Year's Day falls …

… WMU group helps rural Alaskans do their taxes Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Combs, left, and Poole … 300 tax returns for local residents. The group, headed by Dr. Fritz Allhoff , professor of philosophy, included four WMU students from Michigan. This was the fourth year Allhoff has led a tax-assistance …

… Ira Glass to spin stories of 'This American Life' Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Glass (Photo credit: Jesse … Michener) KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Ira Glass , the creator of the award-winning public radio show "This American Life," is … of stories from the show with pre-taped quotes and music, recreating the sound of the show for the audience. …

… to kick off ethics center's spring series Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on From left: Wilder, … of Ethics in Society. The short documentary "Peace During War," profiling the lives of Michael Wilder and Yafinceio … as role models for local youth through the Peace During War Project. Yafinceio "Big B" Harris and Michael "Too …