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Longtime University Libraries professional loses battle with cancer

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… Longtime University Libraries professional loses battle with … at WMU and was one of the founding officers of the Part-time Instructors Organization, serving for a period as PIO … graduate school at Central Michigan University during that time. Moving to Kalamazoo, he worked as a graduate assistant …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29259

State of the University address, revamped convocation set for Sept. 30

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… convocation will feature a series of firsts—the first time a full day of activities has been coordinated around … ceremonies will include presentation in four award categories to nine outstanding faculty and staff members. Four … Earl Conner , a custodian with building custodial and support services; Stacy L. Thinnes , assistant athletic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35206

Trustees approve new three-year contract with AFSCME

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… roles. Under the new contract, wages may increase or one-time payments made for union members ranging from 1.75 to … third year. Wage increases also vary each year dependent upon skill set and employee group and also as one-time, … shift premiums; and the creation of two new position categories as well as an upgrade for another category. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26182

Risk spikes with increased hacking during holiday season

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… says. He notes that people's defenses may be down at this time of year because hacking attempts may masquerade as … the information there. Although we expect discounts on goods and services at this time of year, be wary of offers … Although mobile operating systems might be considered somewhat more secure by users, these devices can just as easily …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50748

New partnership puts Kalamazoo Public Schools students on path to Spanish minor at Western Michigan University

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… level of educational success,” says  Dr. Darrin Slade , superintendent of Kalamazoo Public Schools. “The expanding … work toward the equivalent of a Spanish minor at WMU by the time they complete high school. During the 2024-25 academic …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/10/kalamazoo-public-schools-western-michigan-dual-enrollment-spanish-partnership

WMU faculty to perform with Kontras Quartet

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… quintets in the chamber music repertoire. They will team up first with Wong, performing W.A. Mozart's Clarinet … with A. Dvorak's Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81. The group has established an international following for its … presented events ranging from formal evening concerts to daytime educational outreach events for students and local …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36560

Registration is open for WMU's Turkey Trot 5K

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… racers and walkers may register on site as well as pick up their participant packets. For more information or to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35784

Applications available for Student Sustainability Grants

Sustainability

… are due by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17 , for up to $75,000 in Student Sustainability Grant funding to … are eligible to apply for the grant. Proposals will undergo an initial evaluation to determine, among other things, … and Annalisa Wilder , proposal to add more trees to the Goldsworth Valley Pond area Cameron Wolbrink, WMU T-shirt …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35514

WMU institute renames program to meet dynamic demands of design industry

Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation

… community, says Director Philip Repp . "It is an exciting time at the Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation," … cater to the needs and aspirations of the people who occupy them. Graduates will be well-prepared to make a positive … a lasting mark on the world, one captivating space at a time. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72622

WMU to confer more than 2,400 degrees during spring commencement

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… April 28 , in Miller Auditorium. WMU President Edward Montgomery will officiate during the four ceremonies. Montgomery will award 2,462 diplomas on behalf of the … Students participating in graduation exercises may reserve up to four guest tickets. Those who are eligible to do so …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46521