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Distinguished Faculty Scholar nominations sought

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… professional achievements. It recognizes those whose work is widely known beyond campus and constitutes a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1887

'Twist of fate' gives painting grad space to come into her own as an artist

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… stands in front of a piece she created for her senior showcase depicting her grandmother. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—No. It's … to paint a new vision of her future. Initially intent on working in theatre, Opolka, who grew up in Fowlerville, … twist of fate happened. I think it was meant to be." Opolka dove headfirst into the visual arts program at WMU, taking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62508

Academic advisor recognized for her support of 'holistic development' of multicultural students

College of Education and Human Development

… recognition from WMU, and I look forward to continuing my work with the wonderful people who also make it priority to … Beyond being an academic advisor, Ludwig is also a doctoral candidate in the counselor education program at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71888

Award-winning playwright to launch fall 2016 Frostic Reading Series

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… Gwen Frostic Reading Series at Western Michigan University. Donna Hoke will read from her works at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, in 157-159 Bernhard … is the author of a children's book titled "Neko and the Twiggets" and is the co-author of "BUA Takes 10: GLBT Short …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35114

Proposed campus wayfinding plan to be shared with University community

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… Cloud Gehshan Associates will present an overview of the work underway to: Improve the experience of visitors and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34738

Bush named American Council on Education Fellow

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… ACE Fellows Program The program, in which participants work with executives at colleges other than those that … as I can about higher education, and I am excited to shadow university leaders from across the country. This is a … from Northwestern State University of Louisiana and a doctoral degree from Purdue University. "The ACE Fellows …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23207

WMU to confer 1,349 degrees during summer commencement

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… bachelor's level, 447 at the master's level and 34 at the doctoral level. Among the students who are graduating will … and throughout the Kalamazoo area on Public Media Network Channel 191, a local public access channel on the … graduation information, including directions to WMU and how to obtain tickets or view the live webcast, visit the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53990

Luminary author, journalist, blogger coming to WMU to deliver message on race

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… Luminary author, journalist, blogger coming to WMU to deliver message on race Submitted by … readers through the tough neighborhoods of his youth to Howard University and beyond, with discussions about … African American voices in modern times. He has written on how pop culture, politics and history shape the discussions …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27835

Former Africana studies director serves as consultant on film

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… retired Western Michigan University professor's work contributed to a documentary film narrated by Emmy Award-winning actress … perspective of the Great Migration, while musical clips showcase the artistry of Stevie Wonder and the rapper, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/110

Campus Classic 5K has new course and start times

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… via the ring road—Rankin Avenue, Goldsworth Drive, North Dormitory Road, West Michigan Avenue and Western Avenue, … Director Sue Beougher. "After last year's race, we went to work changing the location of the start and finish line, … pickup and registration Thursday, Oct. 4, from 4 to 8 p.m. downtown at Gazelle Sports Friday, Oct. 5, from 4 to 8 p.m. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1825