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World-renowned artist carved path to success at Western
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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on M. Scott Johnson was honored by the College of Arts and Sciences with an Alumni Achievement … in 1986 as a “kid from Inkster,” Michigan, unsure of what he wanted to study but excited to explore and follow in … Johnson’s experiences with world-class faculty initiated a career trajectory he could never have imagined. Dr. Bruce …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70894
Two more students earn prestigious Gilman scholarships
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… Western Michigan University students have won a total of $8,500 in scholarships to study foreign languages overseas during the 2013-14 academic year. Brad Baughman of New Buffalo, … a $4,500 Gilman Scholarship. A graduate of Escanaba Area Public High School, she is a junior majoring in French …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4296
Vocal jazz trio JaLaLa performs at Dalton Center
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… on JaLaLa in concert at WMU Monday, April 2. KALAMAZOO--The vocal jazz trio JaLaLa will perform in Western Michigan University's Dalton Center Recital Hall at 8:15 p.m. Monday, April 2. General admission tickets are $15 and $5 for WMU students with a valid Bronco Card. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/287
Western staff honored for their commitment to student, University success
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… Western staff honored for their commitment to student, University success Submitted by … difference in the campus community. The four staff members are recipients of the annual Make a Difference Award, one of … and is most deserving of this recognition,” her nomination states. She is praised for her commitment to the galleries …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68716
WMU first Michigan campus to bring live visual interpreting to users 24/7
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… Marques uses Aira as a "tool in our toolbox" to navigate the halls of the College of Health and Human Services. … around her. For instances when her visual aids or senses are not enough, Western has provided a sighted assistant to … “When a student is blind, they have accessible materials. What a screen reader can’t read, we get a sighted aide to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73591
Artist, alumna presents visual discourse on immigration in WMU show
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… Pye KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An artist and immigrant grappling with the questions of identity, patriotism and other issues … themes through paint and mixed media. These tendencies are clear in the exhibit, titled "Accultured." According to … to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with the exception of Saturdays, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18916
University Theatre announces 2017-18 season
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… University Theatre announces 2017-18 season Submitted by Deanne Puca on … and single tickets for shows scheduled through December are on sale now. Order by calling (269) 387-6222. 2017-18 … forbidden lunch counter. "The Witches of Eastwick," Oct. 6-15 Three sexy witches and one lucky devil make a regional …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42085
Connecting passion with purpose, music graduate sets sights on art management
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… performance major, Daniela Peña Cabreja routinely sings the praises of Western Michigan University. In addition to … WMU helped Peña Cabreja discover a new passion and career path. Growing up in the Dominican Republic, her music … to pursuing a music degree. "I went home and thought, 'What am I doing with my life? I should rethink everything.' …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62476
Talks on community empowerment locally and in Middle East
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… University and Kalamazoo Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 25-26 , to participate in three events. The events feature Dr. James Torczyner , professor of social … practice centers in some of the most disadvantaged areas of each of those societies. Torczyner, who heads a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/91
Western Michigan University receives a $9.6M federal grant to advance renewable energy research
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… Wu, Western Michigan University assistant professor and the project lead for Enabling Advanced Electrode … . The scientific breakthroughs supported by this funding are expected to enhance crucial environmental sustainability … 323,000 square feet of teaching and research space, with 75 undergraduate and graduate labs. The college shares space …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/57986