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Public gets first look at design potential of East Hall renovation
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… University Board of Trustees. The design process, which is still in its infancy, has been structured to involve … and the general public, but some basic parameters of the visioning process were outlined along with preliminary … part of East Hall that was completed in 1905 and is considered the birthplace of WMU. Discussions remain …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8238
Broncos are going places: New report reveals 93% of Western grads are employed or continuing their education
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… accountancy in fall 2021 and master's degree in fall 2022, is among the many recent Western alumni thriving in their … internship and information technology job at Kellogg. Jamilah Anthony , B.S.'21, M.S.'22, found holistic support in the Foundation Scholars family along with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71441
WMU entrepreneur wins Brian Patrick Thomas Award
Haworth College of Business
… when working with blueprints and other large documents is the recipient of the third annual Brian Patrick Thomas … there were no good, affordable options on the market. Surprised, she began doing further research and decided that this was a problem she could tackle. "I became inspired by the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39643
New program helps to prepare finance students for Series 7 exam
Haworth College of Business
… Mich.—Western Michigan University’s finance program is now offering advanced preparation for students to become … securities traders. Known as the Series 7 course, the class is typically taken by new employees in the first year after … be prepared to take the licensing exam upon being hired. "This is another example of how well our program prepares our …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30134
WMU earns national recognition from U.S. Green Building Council
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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is one of just 10 schools and individuals nationwide honored … higher education category. The annual awards program is designed to recognize the best environmental efforts in … lauded more than 20 years of WMU sustainability accomplishments in energy conservation efforts, recycling and waste …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20744
Summer celebrations in downtown Kalamazoo start in June
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… by Deanne Puca on Kalamazoo's annual Do-Dah Parade is Saturday, June 3 KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Displays of original local artwork, a satirical parade … hosting high-quality juried artworks from more than 150 artists; and Art Hop, an evening of art exhibits and events …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40052
Western implements more strategies to improve building air quality
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… by Deanne Puca on Small floor air handling units such as this one are being installed in areas that do not have access … outside air. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is welcoming back students with additional strategies to … in all of the buildings on campus, as indoor air quality is a front-and-center issue amid the pandemic. Last school …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/64920
WMU project puts spotlight on lighthouse logs, late 1800s life on South Haven coastline
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… on the South Haven shoreline during the late 1800s is being brought to life through the digitization of three … Libraries. The South Haven Michigan Lighthouse Logs is a new digital collection that has been created to give a … mundane weather reports to dramatic events, including shipwrecks, daring rescues, bodies washed ashore and forest …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25859
WMU students claim top spot in national digital marketing competition
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… Hooker on (Left to right) WMU students Lexi Payne, Parker Hurley and Liz Volante KALAMAZOO, Mich.— A team of students … marketing and eCommerce majors. Dr. Scott Cowley , assistant professor of marketing, coached the team to victory. … the client's unique circumstances," explains Cowley. "The biggest challenge was compressing all of that into an …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57297
Planning firms ID'd, first public input session on BTR-2 set for Dec. 17
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… University has selected a design team made up of the firms Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber and O’Boyle, Cowell, … of opportunities for public input. The initial session is set for 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17 , at Oshtemo … 7275 W. Main St. The forum, say principals with the firms, is an opportunity for members of the community to learn more …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29009