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Gaining marketable skills as a student staffer

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… Mich.—Back to campus means back to work for thousands of student employees at Western Michigan University. While … "When I'm washing dishes I have time to think about my school work. I can just wash them and try to remember what I … is nice," says Meimers. "They really stress how important school is before work." Student development is a focus at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54716

Anna Litvinova is off to a flying start

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Anna Litvinova is off to a flying start Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Anna … she moved to the U.S. to finish the last two years of high school and then enrolled at Western for her bachelor’s … people I met and the friendships I made are incredibly valuable to me; those connections shaped me into the person I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71875

Timely foreign policy talks free for WMU students, employees

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… is again partnering with the World Affairs Council of Western Michigan in Grand Rapids to promote timely talks … and practice at the University of Michigan's Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy and a senior fellow of the school's International Policy Center. March 23—"Through the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21285

University recognizes outstanding staff members for semiannual Make a Difference Awards

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… but have additionally earned the respect and admiration of their peers who nominate them for this honor. I’m very … community in applauding them for their service on behalf of our University,” says WMU President Edward Montgomery . … Make a Difference Award recipients Tanya Bakija , Frostic School of Art Kate Bates , Office of Student Engagement Anne …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66334

Western Brass Quintet to present CD release concert

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… Bitensky, André Lafosse, Richard Peaslee and former WMU School of Music Director David Colson. Bullock Music Performance Institute Established in the fall of 1985 and renamed in 1988 in honor of its founder, the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27102

WMU student receives prestigious Gilman award to study abroad

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Argentina. Montalvo is among 926 undergraduate awardees out of more than 2,800 U.S. applicants to receive a Gilman … "After graduation, I plan on applying to physical therapy school. It's a great way to connect with people and assist … be keeping in touch with a Spanish class at Loy Norrix High School in Kalamazoo. "Hopefully," he says, "this will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/37664

ESPN College GameDay coming to WMU Saturday

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… Nov. 19, to do a pregame broadcast from the campus of No. 14 (AP) Western Michigan University. The weekly … Bowl Subdivision. The other is No. 1-ranked Alabama. Both schools are 10-0. Watch WMU College GameDay video  ESPN … of local fans. WMU is the second Mid-American Conference school ever to be featured on College GameDay. The show …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36423

Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and inclusion

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… given to individuals or groups who exemplify the importance of diversity and inclusion on campus by fostering inclusive … as well as increasing recruitment, retention and graduation of diverse students.   Jordan Morseau, right, receives an … the Yankton Sioux nation in South Dakota and attended high school in the Detroit area, far away from his community. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/excellence-diversity-award-2025-native-american-student-organization

Aviation museum president and CEO set for Keystone Series talk

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… on Thrash KALAMAZOO—The president and chief executive officer of the Kalamazoo Air Zoo will share his insights on building … March 28: President Don LeDuc, Thomas M. Cooley Law School, and President John M. Dunn, Western Michigan …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13454

Language immersion through study abroad at WMU

College of Arts and Sciences

… University, studying abroad is more than just a change of scenery – it's a transformative experience that deepens … who helps students orient themselves with the partner school, Universidad San Francisco de Quito, before they move … in an entirely different field, studying abroad offers invaluable opportunities for personal and professional growth.   …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/11/language-immersion-study-abroad