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James W. 'Bill' Armstrong obituary

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… professional development, died Feb. 23 in Winona, Minn. He was 85. Dr. James W. 'Bill' Armstrong Armstrong, an … in 1969 and retired in 1989 after more than 20 years of service to the University. He taught teacher education … and later by his mother. At the start of the Korean War in 1950, Armstrong enlisted in the Army. He attained the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5878

Western staff member recognized for support of military student

College of Education and Human Development

… Mich.—Western Michigan University's Christy Chambers  was recognized by the Office of the Secretary Defense on … Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve's (ESGR) Patriot Award. Chambers, a budget analyst in the College of Education … was nominated by a former student employee and Army reserve service member. "We're here to celebrate an employer who …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73164

PSSO recognizes annual award winners

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… PSSO recognizes annual award winners Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Hutson … University celebrated the winners of its 2017 annual awards during a May 5 luncheon in the Fetzer Center. The … Support Staff Organization presents at least two service awards and recognizes a WMU employee for exceptional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39977

Students get involved in the community during Spring Staycation

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… to participate in Spring Staycation , an introduction to service learning in the community, to be held during the … Spring Staycation is a five-day project focused on raising awareness and serving the greater Kalamazoo community. There … and bullying, and have participated in associated service activities each afternoon of the program. 2014 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13819

Get ready and connect at Waldo Fest on Tuesday, Feb. 11

University Libraries

… Get ready and connect at Waldo Fest on Tuesday, Feb. 11 Submitted by Sara Volmering … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Get ready to connect at the third annual Waldo Fest on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Waldo Library. The event brings together RSOs, academic services and student resources into one location to make …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/01/waldo-fest-2025

Business students win national finance competition

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… business students took first place in a recent financial service industry competition, topping finalist teams from … media. "In their project, Josh and Alison identified the ways social media can be used to develop long-term client … Yaman, associate professor of finance. "With this award, they have demonstrated that they can use what they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/160

Peace Week features exhibit and Never Alone Tour

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… is Monday through Friday, April 2-6, and includes a nature walk, exhibit and visit by Sacramento Prisoner Support and … at WMU. Monday, April 2 West Lake Preserve Nature Walk 5 p.m. gather at the Wesley Foundation Will Reding of … Wide Open is an exhibit created by the American Friends Service Committee observing the American service men and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/194

WMU professor takes the helm at state board

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… to represent the educational community, and I'm looking forward to working with the Board of Accountancy, the State of … of Business. "She is a strong leader with a passion for service and her field. The Michigan State Board of … for government and nonprofit organizations. Smith was named the Department of Accountancy chairperson in 2016. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60233

William Appel obituary

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… University professor emeritus of music, died July 7 . He was 85. Appel, of Portage, Michigan, joined the WMU faculty … in 1965 and retired in 2001 after nearly 36 years of service to the University. He began his career as director of opera and a voice teacher, was an assistant professor, associate professor and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/48029

Western celebrates contributions of student employees with awards, appreciation week

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… Western celebrates contributions of student employees with awards, appreciation week Submitted by Erin Flynn on … specialist in Western’s Career and Student Employment Services office.    In the 2024-25 academic year, WMU … to 1 p.m . at the College of Aviation in Battle Creek.   Awards   Each year, the University recognizes exemplars in …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/04/western-celebrates-student-employee-appreciation-week-2026