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WMU celebrates 20 years as home to a Phi Beta Kappa chapter

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… Art McGurn. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An early April induction of up to 81 top juniors and seniors will mark the 20th … Members have included 17 U.S. presidents, 40 U.S. Supreme Court justices and 136 Nobel Laureates. Phi Beta … approved for a chapter, WMU remains among an elite group both nationally and in Michigan. In Michigan, only four …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45796

Honors organization recognized with national award

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… service.  The Maintaining the Flame Award is a follow-up award to the Society's Order of the Torch Award, the … nationwide. Alpha Lambda Delta's mission is to "encourage superior academic achievement, to promote intelligent living …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43972

The philosophy of grief

College of Arts and Sciences

… does recall, however, is always having an internal preoccupation with philosophical topics—not a flashy or bold … was happening at the nationwide level merged with her own foggy, understood experience of grief, she was drawn to the … I feel anxious when I am not able to talk openly and freely about grief, death, aging.”    For more WMU news, …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-atkins

WMU's Heritage Hall continues award run for technology, efficiency

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… which handled the renovation project's architectural design and engineering. The ASHRAE Technology Awards recognize … applied innovative building design in the areas of occupant comfort, indoor air quality and energy conservation. … Governor's Energy Excellence Award for the success it triggered in reducing energy waste. The 1905 facility was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43519

Time to review WMU's winter weather closure policy

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… can change suddenly, with snow or ice quickly building up and creating hazards for both pedestrians and motorists. … canceled. Those who have posted items to the calendar must update the posting to indicate whether the activity will go … .  Dress appropriate to the conditions When outdoors in sub-freezing weather, always cover your head, ears and hands. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61739

WMU dedicates space honoring the memory of Dallas Rauker

Haworth College of Business

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's integrated supply management program will dedicate a tutoring center in … business analytics, quality management, computer-aided design, computer information systems and others. "Dallas was a … and global contexts. As a student, he interned at the Kellogg Co. in Customer Logistics Services. During his freshman …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42554

Engineering students’ project designed to improve clinic’s efficiency wins national acclaim

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… Engineering students’ project designed to improve clinic’s efficiency wins national acclaim … Systems Engineers’ 2019-2020 Outstanding Capstone Senior Design Projects Award competition. “The Industrial and … patients. Geyer also developed a programming code to help support staff schedule patient visits more efficiently. “The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61515

Engineers Without Borders student ‘zooms in,’ leveraging technology, teamwork to make the world better

International Student and Scholar Services

… and teamwork, Saiful Andree and her peers are helping design a water system for the San Antonio de Upa community in Nicaragua—despite being unable to travel to … water to a lower elevation. This will ensure water flows freely, even during the dry season, and becomes more …

https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/11/globalnews-2

Nearly $5M grant will help WMU, school districts create new pipeline to fill teacher shortage

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… urban environments," says Sheila Dorsey-Smith , assistant superintendent for human resources at Kalamazoo Public Schools. "We want to lift up our community by lifting up individuals with a heart for children and a passion for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61810

WMU office now processing US passport applications

International Student and Scholar Services

… during walk-in hours or by appointment on select days. For up-to-date hours, visit wmich.edu/international/passport . …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33408