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WMU to host 10th International Conference on African Development

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… WMU to host 10th International Conference on African Development Submitted by Raine Kuch on These and other … Conference on African Development is held biennially, with the location alternating between WMU and Ethiopia. Its primary purpose is to provide people with a better understanding of cultural, political and …

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

Geography program earns national excellence award

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… program earns national excellence award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The American … Excellence recognizes geography departments and programs within blended departments that have significantly enhanced … successfully pursue internships, or move into careers with employers in the public sector, such as the United …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54206

Young honors college team finishes national contest among top 10

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… team finishes national contest among top 10 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Five area students competed in … contest. KALAMAZOO—Five academically talented middle and high school students representing a Western Michigan … set of questions. Competition officials invite the 15 teams with the best individual performers to take part in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1294

WMU board approves honorary degree for French composer Legrand

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… WMU board approves honorary degree for French composer Legrand Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Legrand (Photo … of Cherbourg," will be in Kalamazoo in May to perform with the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra for the 2016 Gilmore … at the Paris Conservatory from 1943 to 1950, graduating with top honors as both a composer and a pianist. He …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30243

Fall residence hall sign-up begins

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… Fall residence hall sign-up begins Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Western Heights residence hall … to choose from, and each one has something unique to offer with different room features, living options and learning … halls focuses on common second-year issues and assists with internship guidance, studying abroad and networking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29695

WMU student one of four in state to win prestigious $5,000 scholarship

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… Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University student Sean Perkins , an integrated supply … Perkins says. "I was sitting in my living room with my wife and in-laws when I received the announcement … for students to succeed. I will carry these influences with me to the organizations I serve in the future, with

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18574

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute appoints new director

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… Learning Institute appoints new director Submitted by Deanne Puca on Dr. Toni Woolfork-Barnes KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The … Dr. Toni Woolfork-Barnes will transition to her new role with OLLI at WMU on Wednesday, May 1 . Woolfork-Barnes … various student-focused programs at WMU into her new role with OLLI at WMU, most recently serving as the director of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52789

2023 WMU Homecoming weekend fun set for campus and community

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… 2023 WMU Homecoming weekend fun set for campus and community Submitted by Deanne Puca on Bronco fans and … Program in Alcohol and Drug Abuse will celebrate 50 years with a gathering from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the College of … monetary donation for matching; double your impact with that 1-to-1 donation match. Learn more and RSVP The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73027

Keith Watkins

First-Year Faces

… Keith Watkins Submitted by Megan Looker on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For a teen who spent his … me. That’s something I can do because I can come up with the ideas.” This fall, Watkins will begin his journey … helping graduates build and maintain valuable relationships with clients by creating, delivering and communicating. What …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59543

Music students invited to perform at Carnegie Hall

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… students invited to perform at Carnegie Hall Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—At the invitation of … in performance and choral conducting. He studies piano with Dr. Silvia Roederer and conducting with Dr. Kimberly Dunn Adams. He earned a Bachelor of Music …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12663