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WMU experts, alum explain why locally sourced food is enjoying a renaissance
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Lori Evesque, co-owner of Natural Cycles Farm Allegan, Mich.—The edible prize was … to reveal an immature artichoke. This vegetable, a member of the thistle family prized for its clean, earthy flavor, … of two small children. She holds a master’s degree in food science, has taught food systems classes and also earned a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59822
Robert 'Bob' L. Smith obituary
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… verified) on Dr. Robert L. Smith Dr. Robert L. Smith , professor emeritus of communication at Western Michigan University, died … and committees, often serving as chair. Smith earned a bachelor's and a master's degree from Bowling Green State …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31808
Western grad lands job that marries counseling studies and grad assistant work
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… the foundation for a fulfilling career that aligns her professional skills with her passion for helping others. … the last three years. I'm really excited to pull from all of my skills that I've been chiseling." A STRONG FOUNDATION … have carried on his legacy at his alma mater, earning her bachelor's degree and enrolling in Western's counselor …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75822
WMU grad student's poetry book published, wins big award
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… Anonymous (not verified) on Rocha KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A book of poems by a Western Michigan University doctoral student … in English has just been published by the University of Pittsburgh Press after winning the 2014 Donald Hall Prize … Iliana Rocha Before coming to WMU, Rocha earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Houston and a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26664
Sky Broncos precision flight team again qualifies for national competition
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… points for members who finish in the top 10 in a series of flight and ground events. WMU's team accrued 207 points … the Judges Trophy for the regional competition. “I am proud of this team. I am impressed with how much they accomplished … at Kent State University. All members are aviation flight science majors, and Sheridan Hendrick is a dual major with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66082
Western welcomes more than 275 new international students to campus
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… to 1 ,800 students re present ing 95 countries. “One of our points of pride at Western is that our campus reflects our world’s … engineering at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences . Post-degree work experience programs like …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/09/international-enrollment-2025
Sport management grad ready to hit the court running
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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Warda Niaz is graduating with a bachelor's degree in sport management and several career … the court are over, she's intent on incorporating her love of sports into her future career. "I just knew whatever I … phenomenal. I really feel at home here and I like the sense of community and culture that Western Michigan has; it sets …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71990
Fall registration underway for low-cost Chinese culture courses
International Student and Scholar Services
… for fall Chinese culture courses that begin the week of Sept. 14 . The 12-week, low-cost courses are open to the public now. All of them are taught in English, and are offered to adults age … Basic and Intermediate Chinese Gongbi Painting, holds a bachelor’s degree in art education and has been an art …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26592
Stage set for music theatre students to break into the industry
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… on WMU music theatre performance seniors are ready to show off what they've learned in a big audition in New York. … curtain rises on a New York stage Monday, March 2 , a group of Western Michigan University students will be singing for … teaches a master class in dance. Merlanti, who earned a bachelor's degree in theatre design from the University of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58265
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 … foreign policy and other international concerns. It is one of the most important sets of lectures on international … Country?" by Dr. Leela Fernandes , professor of political science at the University of Michigan. March 9—"Africa …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21285