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LZ Granderson returns to WMU to inspire next generation of journalists

College of Arts and Sciences

… media,” says Granderson. “What we do is what was called upon us by the forefathers. While they had issues, they … with White House implications.”  After doing some home design writing for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, he joined … of sports and culture all my life, so the work has always been there.”  After the May 2020 murder of George …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73669

University welcomes two explosive-detection K-9s to police force

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… to other agencies in Kalamazoo County. "There is always an unfortunate need for explosive-detection K-9s," he … They have one day a week "to relax and be a normal pup a little bit and not so regimented," says Cable. "But, at … with the dogs before they approach them, though. "It's always nice to ask first. We're definitely going to be a big …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/02/51620

New facility propels Western’s College of Aviation into the future

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… aviation maintenance students through its EAGLE Career Pathway Program . WATCHING DREAMS TAKE FLIGHT The new facility … with aviation in mind, including in the architecture and design details.   I like sitting by the windows so I can watch … that come along with the new facility to help students better prepare for the industry, including exponential …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64760

WMU and Greenleaf Trust celebrate 2021 scholars

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… industry. Today, the Greenleaf Trust Scholarship has supported 83 Haworth College of Business students with  more … WMU Haworth recently celebrated their 2021 scholars—a group of 13 students with majors in accounting, finance and … where I go in life or which career I pursue, I will always have a strong network of professionals and other …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66096

Two will receive WMU's Distinguished Service Award

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… accomplishments but his attention to all students. "He is always willing to share his knowledge with his students and … Thannhauser Thannhauser joined WMU in 1984 as a laboratory supervisor for mechanical engineering. He has worked at that … in many areas, whether fixing a bug in a computer, designing and building new devices, writing computer programs …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48801

Time to review winter weather policies, issues

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… can change suddenly, with snow or ice quickly building up and creating hazards for both pedestrians and motorists. … closures WMU rarely closes due to inclement weather, so always assume it is open. During the past 18 years, the … of parking lots, 39 miles of walks, hundreds of doorways, and 200,000 square feet of steps and ramps. Plow …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44064

WMU honors alumnus, Medal of Honor recipient at Bronco football game

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… everyone (who was) involved in it. I hope that I can live up to what this medal represents." Learn more about …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43734

Longtime tennis coach inducted into MAC Hall of Fame

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… of WMU Intercollegiate Athletics) KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Betsy Kuhle , who for more than three decades guided the … wrestling Antonio Gates , Kent State, men's basketball Betsy Kuhle , WMU, women's tennis Dan Majerle , Central … at 33-0 during that span. WMU finished first or runner-up in the MAC in 24 of 33 seasons, had a 30-year streak of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40347

Partnership will lead to WMU engineering degrees for Aquinas students

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… President John M. Dunn and Aquinas President Juan Olivarez signed the agreement May 3. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Beginning this … College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. A partnership between Aquinas and WMU announced May 3 means that Aquinas … for the first five semesters of an enrolled student's pathway. Semesters six and seven and the summer between them …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39787

Revised strategic plan being implemented through 2020

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Now that the new academic year is underway, faculty and staff members across the Western Michigan University campus are stepping up their efforts to implement the University's updated … vitality of the communities served and make the world a better and more hospitable place."  Implementation steps The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34750