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Winter closure policy: Staying warm and informed at Western during winter 2024-25

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… Staying warm and informed at Western during winter 2024-25 Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Winter weather is just around the corner, and now is a good time to … closure policy .   University closures Western rarely closes or delays classes, so always assume campuses …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/11/winter-closure-information-2025

Student earns awards from national, state recreational sports groups

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… University is one of only 12 graduate students from across the country to receive a 2018 NIRSA-William N. Wasson … view these awards as me just following my passion and doing what I love, I am honored and humbled by the recognition," … & Academic Awards recognize outstanding students who are actively involved with the recreational sports unit on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45587

National experts to share insights at first leadership conference

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… National experts to share insights at first leadership conference Submitted by … Michigan University students seeking to hone their leadership skills, develop philosophies of leadership … "We want every student from WMU who believes they have what it takes to be the future leaders in their careers and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10147

Western Army ROTC cadet top in state, ranked 8th nationally

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… ranked 8th nationally Submitted by Deanne Puca on Grace VanArendonk received recognition her freshman year as the top cadet in Western's ROTC program. This year, as a … of Democracy Chapter of the Association of the United States Army. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67835

Beauregard to help efforts to boost women in sports

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… on a newly formed state task force designed to bring together local and national leaders to develop strategies that … the passage of federal civil rights law Title IX nearly 50 years ago, a news release from the governor's office stated. "Young girls and women who are participating in sports in Michigan deserve the same …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53982

TRIO future educators celebrated during cord ceremony

College of Education and Human Development

… TRIO FESP congratulate students. Natéya Moore, director of the TRIO FESP. WMU President Edward Montgomery. Dr. Marcia … black and red to wear at graduation. And students also  shared a formal dinner with TRIO staff and University … I know these future educators give me a lot of hope for what is going into the classroom," says  Tammy Eaton , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71435

WMU department changes name to World Religions and Cultures

College of Arts and Sciences

… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—After over 50 years as Western Michigan University’s Department of Comparative Religion, the department has a new name that reflects its diverse … the history of religions.” The department aims to prepare students to understand diverse perspectives and foster …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74749

All WMU campuses close early Wednesday, Feb. 22, due to severe weather

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… campuses close early Wednesday, Feb. 22, due to severe weather Submitted by Megan Looker on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Except … , for the remainder of the day due to an ice storm in the area. This article will be updated with special hours as … at 1:30 p.m. All club practices as well as fitness and F45 classes are canceled. The intramural sports racquetball …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70872

Event set to help students, employees learn about rec center

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on A CycleFit class during the 2017 New Year, New You event. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The … up with their Bronco Card and workout clothes and check out what the facility has to offer. Scheduled activities An … sports. Sign up for drawings. Fitness classes Some classes are repeated with different instructors. [caption …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44327

WMU to host 10th International Conference on African Development

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… on African Development Submitted by Raine Kuch on These and other scholars from around the world presented … for development from the University of Sussex. Dr. Abebe Haregewoin , an Ethiopian physician, will speak Saturday on "What Can 'a-Dollar-a-Day' Diaspora Fund, That Newly Elected …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48263