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Choreographing busy schedule, student driven to help people

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… to help people Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Dancer. Choreographer. Nurse. Scholar. Mentor. … may not seem related—nursing and dance. "They both deal with quality of life and they're more connected than people … she began thinking about her career path. "I fell in love with it. It gives me the opportunity to serve and positively …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53042

Ready for liftoff: Engineering student has sights set on space

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Parker Jarrett (left) meets with friends in Floyd Hall. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sophomore … Parker Jarrett says she was drawn to Western Michigan University’s engineering program because of its … approach prevalent throughout the college. “That resonated with me since I learn best by doing. When I first visited …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66271

Design, future consumer landscapes focus of upcoming talk

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… Design, future consumer landscapes focus of upcoming talk Submitted by Anonymous (not … architecture and design network. He is currently working with WMU on the master planning process, studying the … Portland's understanding of consumers' relationship with brands and their engagement with branded physical and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38421

WMU students create apiary, study the imperiled honeybee

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… student beekeeper holds a hive frame containing honey, bees and brood. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—After hours of meticulous work … summer heat and well away from an apiary buzzing with thousands of honeybees, the students paused for a … all the time, I'd be in heaven," said Caitlin Minzey who, with the others gathered, sampled honey from one of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20781

WMU Trumpet Day features guest artist Rex Richardson

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… Day features guest artist Rex Richardson Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Renowned … will headline the 2017 Trumpet Day at Western Michigan University Friday, March 17 . Hosted by WMU trumpet … throughout the year as a clinician, recitalist and soloist with orchestras, wind ensembles, big bands and brass bands. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38527

Professor receives award for contributions to LGBTQ-inclusive literature in elementary education

College of Education and Human Development

… education Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Jill Hermann-Wilmarth, recipient of the 2023 Outstanding Elementary … at a book signing event. Dr. Jill Hermann-Wilmarth posing with her book, " Reading the Rainbow: LGBTQ-Inclusive … of Teachers of English  (NCTE). She shares the award with her longtime collaborator,  Dr. Caitlin L. Ryan , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71204

LGBT student services cosponsors bowling fundraiser

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… student services cosponsors bowling fundraiser Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Bowling event June 2 to raise … for a team prize package. Individuals may preregister without a team and be matched with other bowlers. To preregister for the Bowling …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7138

WMU orchestral pop ensemble sets sights on big recording project

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… ensemble sets sights on big recording project Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on MNOE KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What … Experiment, will live on-site while they record the project with master recording engineers. The band, composed almost … musicians playing bass, drums and piano, a wind section with three woodwinds and two trumpets, a four-piece string …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32268

Football Broncos add first AP ranking to the mix

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… Football Broncos add first AP ranking to the mix Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … Debuting at No. 25 in the poll, the Broncos were 5-0, with wins against two Big 10 teams—Northwestern and … same season. The team extended its winning streak to 6-0 with an Oct. 8 homecoming win against Northern Illinois. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35615

Arts administration grad thriving in community-driven theatre company

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… grad thriving in community-driven theatre company Submitted by Erin Flynn on Kayde Moore, B.A.'24, landed a job with Face Off Theatre Company after a successful internship. … today," says Moore, who was offered the full-time position months before graduation. "I help (Face Off Theatre) do a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75938