… 'Go West' to compete in decades-old women's air race Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on From left: Elizabeth Howerton and Sara Karsten KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A pair of … that dates back to the days of Amelia Earhart. Elizabeth Howerton of McHenry, Illinios, and Sara Karsten of …

… students snag two of five statewide scholarships Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on From left: Barrowman; … from the Adcraft Club of Detroit's Adcraft Foundation. Robert Carroll of Saline, a senior majoring in advertising and … active in WMU’s AdClub, where he holds the position of membership and finance coordinator. He is currently an …

… Annual county event to explore unconscious, implicit bias Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Darnell Z. Blackburn … American Sign Language translator. Free parking will be available in the Miller Auditorium ramp, including at meters, and in the adjacent lots numbered 33, 34 and 35. Program for 2019 The talk will cover …

… Time to review WMU's winter weather closure policy Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Michigan weather … the absence of notification via one of the methods listed below, all normal operations will continue as scheduled. … due to conditions in their individual areas, and they will be announced on the WMU homepage. In the event of a weather …

… students make privacy screens for virtual learning Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Learning during a … a computer screen. And while it's important for teachers to be able to interact with their students, the prospect of … and peers having a window into their home life can be daunting. A privacy screen decorated for use as a virtual …

… Passion for helping drives family studies graduate's success Submitted by Erin Flynn on Valeria Marin KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Valeria Marin has always been passionate about working with kids. She treasures the … camps and in after-school programs. Initially intent on becoming a teacher, mentors and peers at Western Michigan …

… Ruth E. (Kiel) Sparks obituary Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Ruth E. (Kiel) Sparks , a retired custodian at Western Michigan University, died July 19 . She was 77. Sparks, of … Services have taken place. Remembrances Memorial gifts may be made to Heartland Hospice or Park Village Pines. View the …

… Liv Hale’s future in advertising is the mane event Submitted by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— A senior at … and finance courses as an advertising major helps me to be a more well-rounded business student and a more confident … have really helped me to develop my business skills.” Being involved on campus is one thing that Hale thrives on. …

… WMU researchers win $526,000 grant to better treat substance abuse Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Lee-Parker KALAMAZOO, … take part in a videotaped role play exercise and be followed through their internship or clinical experience …

… ready for career to take flight with aerospace company Submitted by Erin Flynn on Aisha Thaj will graduate Saturday, … thesis project. Thaj's pet bird, Mr. Mango, wears a harness bearing its name. Thaj says birds, like many other pets, can be "really affectionate and cuddly." Her bird, Mr. Mango, …