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Historic walks showcase the hidden history of Kalamazoo's neighborhoods and districts

University Libraries

… history of Kalamazoo's neighborhoods and districts Submitted by Sara Volmering on Lynn Houghton leads a walk in the Westnedge Hill neighborhood in October 2022. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Discover hidden stories of … to street names to how the city we know came to be. From June to October , residents and visitors are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71724

James N. Adduci obituary

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… James N. Adduci obituary Submitted by Deanne Puca on James N. Adduci , a former Western Michigan University staff member, died Sunday, Nov. 1. He was 68. Adduci joined the WMU … WMU. Services and remembrances A memorial celebration has been held. Arrangements were made through Newell Funeral …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28978

University recognizes electrical and computer engineering professor with scholar award

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… and computer engineering professor with scholar award Submitted by Deanne Puca on Dr. Massood Atashbar KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Massood Atashbar will be presented with Western Michigan University’s … bringing wide recognition from the academic community beyond Western’s campus. Atashbar, professor of electrical …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68941

Annual Bee to bring young geography whizzes to campus

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… Annual Bee to bring young geography whizzes to campus Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—About 100 … Center Kirsch Auditorium for the 2013 Michigan Geographic Bee. Participants will test their knowledge of the world and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6134

Life cycle and social impact assessment expert to speak at WMU

Sustainability

… and social impact assessment expert to speak at WMU Submitted by Anne Copeland on Norris KALAMAZOO, … and corporate sustainability efforts—and not just the harms being caused—is the topic of a free lecture at Western … visit, originally scheduled for Thursday, March 15, has been canceled. Dr. Gregory Norris , of Harvard University's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45259

George 'Stewart' Johnson obituary

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… George 'Stewart' Johnson obituary Submitted by Deanne Puca on   Johnson George "Stewart" Johnson , a former Western Michigan University faculty member, died Aug. 6 . He was 96. Johnson, of Grand Rapids and … and remembrances Services were held. Memorial gifts may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42231

University Libraries acquires David Small and Sarah Stewart archive

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… Libraries acquires David Small and Sarah Stewart archive Submitted by Deanne Puca on Author and illustrator David Small … "Stitches," was listed as one of Publisher's Weekly's best books of 2009, a finalist for the 2009 National Book … Due to its size and complexity, the collection will become available as materials are cataloged and prepared for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/57699

WMU trustees approve naming BTR road for the late Robert Jones

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… WMU trustees approve naming BTR road for the late Robert Jones Submitted by … and Research Park in honor of the late community leader Robert B. Jones . Robert Jones Way will be the name of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44980

Bronson School of Nursing recognizes founding director, advocate

Bronson School of Nursing

… School of Nursing recognizes founding director, advocate Submitted by Joel Krauss on Bernardine Lacey (middle) with classmates at the Gilfoy … the founding director of its Bronson School of Nursing, Dr. Bernardine Lacey, who served in that role as well as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70185

WMU inventors win $10,000 Brian Patrick Thomas Award

Haworth College of Business

… WMU inventors win $10,000 Brian Patrick Thomas Award Submitted by Stacey Anderson on From Left: Stephen John and … The Brian Patrick Thomas Entrepreneurial Spirit Award is to be awarded annually to the company in Starting Gate, WMU's … purpose. This is the inaugural award. This past year has been one of significant activity for John and Barnett, as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25223