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Concerto competition winners perform at Miller Auditorium

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… 3 p.m. Sunday, April 22 , in Miller Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. Featured performers include … the "Concerto for Trombone" by Henri Tomasi. Alto saxophonist Andrew Keating, student of Andrew Rathbun, also will … student of Judy Moonert, will present Keiko Abe's "Prism Rhapsody for Marimba and Orchestra." The program will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46247

Top seniors to be honored as 2013 Presidential Scholars

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… to represent their units as a WMU Presidential Scholar. This year's 44 scholars were chosen from a senior class of 6,386 students. The Presidential Scholar designation is the highest academic honor that WMU can bestow on its undergraduates . Selection is based on the students' general academic excellence, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5560

WMU becomes second in the state to offer esport minor amidst growing interest in the field

College of Education and Human Development

… explore the Esport gaming catalog. Dr. Colin Cork, assistant professor in the Department of Human Performance and … minor  amidst the growing interest in the industry. This new interdisciplinary program will prepare students to enter the field …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71273

WMU Board of Trustees approves investment in new fleet for College of Aviation

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Western's College of Aviation is ready to level up its training capabilities with a new … Michigan University's top-flight College of Aviation is getting new wings. On Thursday, March 23, the WMU Board … training capabilities at a time when demand for pilots is skyrocketing and replacing its aging fleet with the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71172

Greenhouse staff pushes past glass ceiling for Alice the Agave plant

College of Arts and Sciences

… the Agave plant Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Chris Jackson will manually pollinate Alice the Agave from the … rest are expected to follow suit soon. The Agave's spike is already showing signs it is nearing the end of its life. Once the plant fully blooms, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71874

Physics professor honored with Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award for supporting student STEM success

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… Physics professor honored with Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award for supporting student STEM … Mich.—Western Michigan University’s Dr. Charles Henderson is being recognized for his exceptional work to improve …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72649

Mentors and memberships: Becoming an engineer and a leader

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… there, she has pushed herself to explore new things and listen to advice from mentors. “Growing up, I always had a … Jason Tedrow, B.S.E.’97, president of InProduction, and his career . And as someone who has had relatable … Millett with a sounding board and advice when faced with decisions related to education or professional career …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/01/news20240174502

Renowned author coming to Western teaches importance of conversations in divided times

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on Irshad Manji says people who disagree can listen and respect each other. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Can we … Manji will address those questions and more in a two-day visit to Western Michigan University on Monday and Tuesday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65252

Annual Sustainability Celebration features campus, community sustainability groups

Sustainability

… campus and community sustainability groups, EcoEssential distribution for new students, live music, refreshments and more. The open house is designed to create new opportunities for advancing … teams will be servicing bikes during the celebration. No registration is required for this free routine bicycle …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69181

WMU to host regional steel bridge, concrete canoe competitions

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… contests in hopes of advancing to the national finals. This year's key public events kick off at 9 a.m. Saturday, … leadership skills while dealing with real-world engineering issues." Steel Bridge Team The steel bridge team designs, … and constructs a scale-model bridge based on criteria established by the American Society of Civil Engineers and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/46050