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WMU department changes name to World Religions and Cultures

College of Arts and Sciences

… early '80s to counter assumptions of a theological emphasis. Nevertheless, the new name brought its own set of misconceptions. Dr. Stephen Covell, chair of Department of … and others often assume we teach theological comparisons between religions to determine which religion is

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

WMU entrepreneur wins Brian Patrick Thomas Award

Haworth College of Business

… when working with blueprints and other large documents is the recipient of the third annual Brian Patrick Thomas … there were no good, affordable options on the market. Surprised, she began doing further research and decided that this was a problem she could tackle. "I became inspired by the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39643

WMU project puts spotlight on lighthouse logs, late 1800s life on South Haven coastline

News

… on the South Haven shoreline during the late 1800s is being brought to life through the digitization of three … Libraries. The South Haven Michigan Lighthouse Logs is a new digital collection that has been created to give a … mundane weather reports to dramatic events, including shipwrecks, daring rescues, bodies washed ashore and forest …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25859

WMU a leader in offering learning by virtual reality

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… by Mark Bugnaski KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Travel the world for history class and actually see the culture. Practice surgery … The VR Lab at WMU Libraries was started to explore this revolutionary technology as a collaborative effort of the … technology," says Lou Ann Morgan , senior marketing specialist for University Libraries. As an exciting, even sensory …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50873

Planning firms ID'd, first public input session on BTR-2 set for Dec. 17

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… University has selected a design team made up of the firms Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber and O’Boyle, Cowell, … of opportunities for public input. The initial session is set for 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17 , at Oshtemo … 7275 W. Main St. The forum, say principals with the firms, is an opportunity for members of the community to learn more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29009

Summer celebrations in downtown Kalamazoo start in June

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… by Deanne Puca on Kalamazoo's annual Do-Dah Parade is Saturday, June 3 KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Displays of original local artwork, a satirical parade … hosting high-quality juried artworks from more than 150 artists; and Art Hop, an evening of art exhibits and events …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40052

Board approves WMU 2015-16 operating budget of $388 million

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… fund operating budget of $388 million for the 2015-16 fiscal year that is set to begin July 1. The newly approved and balanced … appropriations for base funding from the state. That amount is up more than $1.4 million—or 1.4 percent—compared to last …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24545

Foundation Scholars Program sets stage for success for music theatre graduate

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… a stole representing Guam, where here paternal grandmother is from. (Courtesy: Gabby Rhodes Photography) KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Alyssa Zamora is passionate about theatre. She always has been. But it … in family science. "The whole idea behind family science is that if you can change someone's family situation and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/64046

Celebrate faculty, staff achievement at Fall Convocation 2022

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… annual celebration. President Edward Montgomery and Dr. Christopher Cheatham , interim provost and vice president for … recipients of special honors presented by a variety of divisional leaders: the Excellence in Diversity, Global Engagement, Distinguished Service, Distinguished Teaching, Distinguished …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69054

Prescribed burns planned at Asylum Lake April 22

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… shortly in advance. Signage will be in place, alerting visitors to not enter the burn areas. Burns are planned and … fire crews to manage the upcoming burns. The contractor is PlantWise LLC, an ecological restoration company based in Ann …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75346