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American studies program eliminated
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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees approved a … during its July 18 meeting to eliminate the major and minor in American studies . A faculty committee reviewed the entire American studies program in 2009 and concluded that all facets of it should be removed from …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8307
World Language Testing Center host first groups of high schoolers for biliteracy test
College of Education and Human Development
… from Kent County High school students from Battle Creek stand with Lisa Gardner at top left and Dr. Robert Randez at … Mich.— The World Language Testing Center, part of Western Michigan University's Department of Special … language, high schoolers were also introduced to Western's campus, programs and resources. "Our students were …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75238
WMU geologist co-chairs national conference
College of Arts and Sciences
… conference Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on HOUSTON—Western Michigan University research geologist Autumn … Haagsma is set to address climate change, carbon storage, and a sustainable, carbon-neutral energy future at the … and assistant director of the Michigan Geological Survey at Western. Haagsma has more than a decade of experience …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71485
WMU students test drive new late-night bus service
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… Anonymous (not verified) on Trial period to determine if expanded hours are needed. KALAMAZOO--A Western Michigan University student government initiative is … of 12:12 a.m. According to Erin Kaplan, president of the Western Student Association, the need for extended hours to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/64
Governor appoints two to eight-year terms as WMU trustees
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… Gov. Rick Snyder has appointed Ron Kitchens of Kalamazoo and Shani Penn of Detroit as new members of the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees. Kitchens, … undertake an important role in furthering the mission of Western Michigan University," said WMU President John M. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/37057
WMU first university to perform dance masterpieces
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… Anniversary Gala next month, choreography spanning genres and generations, including three dances never before staged by a university program, will be performed by Western Michigan University dance students. "Lilac Garden" … performance of Great Works dances by our students places Western Michigan University among an elite few dance …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37200
WMU launches new effort to advance climate commitment
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… commitment Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is exploring ways to advance its … professor of political science as well as environment and sustainability, noting the steps the University has … a long-range plan to reduce carbon emissions on campus. "Western Michigan University has long been a leader in its …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55956
First-year biology student aims to inspire environmental activism through art
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… It fueled her dream of a career working with animals and her passion for environmental sustainability and … says Rogalski, who will be a first-year biology student at Western Michigan University in the fall. "The first look was … Rogalski hopes to continue her environmental stewardship at Western. Reading about the University's renewable energy …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64418
Students empowered to erase stigma, embrace self care during Mental Health Week
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… Mich.—Be kind to your mind. That's the message for the Western Michigan University campus community as the Western Student Association (WSA), in partnership with the … Mental Health Week Feb. 19-23 . Students can de-stress and focus on both physical and mental well-being at yoga …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74732
The Vitt Factor: empowering students to make their mark
Haworth College of Business
… by Amy Coughenour on Caden Vittorini KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University sophomore Caden Vittorini from … for youth to develop their interview techniques and communication skills. Diving into his entrepreneurial … success with others, Vittorini is using his education at Western to his benefit—and to benefit others. “I am an …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70677