… Students honored for entrepreneurial innovation Submitted by Samantha Hooker on (Left) Green and (right) Taylor … Western Michigan University student entrepreneurs are being recognized for their original business ideas. Avery … Gate with just a vague idea of what I wanted my business to be," says Green. "The fact that it has grown so much in just …

… sheriff to provide community update at breakfast event Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fuller KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The sheriff of Kalamazoo County will be the next speaker in the Mercantile Bank of Michigan … Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m . Reservations are …

… Gary Mullen and The Works bring 'One Night of Queen' to Miller Auditorium Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … "Stars In Their Eyes Live" grand finale with the largest number of votes ever received in the show's history. His record … votes was more than twice that of the runner-up. Mullen began touring on his own and in 2002 formed a band, The …

… Big Brothers Big Sisters administrator to provide perspective at breakfast series … local mentoring organization Big Brothers Big Sisters will be the next speaker at the upcoming Mercantile Bank of … titled "Helping Local Children Change Their Lives for the Better, Forever" at 8 a.m. Friday, Jan. 27, in 2150 …

… WMU Theatre stages poetic drama inspired by tragedy Submitted by Emily Duguay on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The University … families. WMU Theatre alum and part-time instructor Kate Thomsen will direct the all WMU student cast. When asked what … play special, Thomsen said, "For me, the play is such a beautiful exploration of human resilience and community. It …

… University to honor its top four staffers for 2015-16 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Four staff members who have made exceptional contributions to Western Michigan University have been selected to receive the Annual Make a Difference Award. …

… Elton Mayo obituary Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Elton Mayo , a former Western Michigan University staff member, died Jan. 26, 2015 , in the Upjohn Community Care … Arrangements were handled by Life Story Funeral Homes-Betzler in Kalamazoo. Burial was to be in the Fort Custer …

… WMU Board sets meeting dates for 2016 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The … meeting dates for 2016. The 2016 meeting dates, which may be modified as necessary are: Thursday, Feb. 11 Wednesday, … Dec. 12 Most board meetings are held on campus in the Bernhard Center, but trustees occasionally opt to hold …

… Event draws top students to vie for $60,000 scholarships Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Some … 34th annual competition. Half of the students will be on campus for the Friday, Dec. 2 , session while the … will compete Saturday, Dec. 3 . Parents and family members take part in a concurrent program on those days. …

… WMU Homecoming and Family Weekend events planned Submitted by Deanne … year's celebration. Most are open to the public and a number are free or low cost, although advance registration or … Alumni Achievement Awards— 4 to 6 p.m. , Bernhard Center, Rooms 208 and 209. The College of Arts and Sciences will honor …