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Hawking biography to be screened

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A biography of world renowned physicist Stephen Hawking will be shown on Western Michigan … at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31 , in 1110 Rood Hall. "Hawking" is a PBS documentary billed as "a remarkable man, a remarkable story." Its screening is free and open to the public and being sponsored by the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21370

Western’s new associate vice president for facilities management looking forward to supporting campus efforts

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… management professional and engineer Steve Perlaky is Western Michigan University's new associate vice … projects, facilities, maintenance and engineering. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and has received his Project Management Professional certificate. "We have …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68497

Free Chinese culture workshops offered at WMU

International Student and Scholar Services

… Confucius Institute at Western Michigan University is accepting registrations for four, one-day Chinese culture workshops. The free workshops are being taught in English by instructors from Beijing Language and Culture …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26905

51st annual congress turns Kalamazoo once more into medieval mecca

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… medieval mecca Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Registration is required for all attendees. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—When some … scholars from around the globe travel to Kalamazoo this month, they'll talk briefly about the "Game of Thrones" …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32064

Think Big leads to Rethink Smart

W Magazine

… an introspective process called Think Big to examine WMU's distinctive strengths as an institution of higher learning … we are leaning in to WMU's identity as a university that is highly responsive to student needs for purpose, … smarts to pursue a bolder way of thinking, leading to a bigger way of being. It’s knowing one's “why” and striving to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61956

Poinsettia, popcorn orders due Nov. 24

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… Western Michigan University has launched its annual fundraiser and this year, is taking orders for gourmet popcorn as well as poinsettias. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20332

Business experts predict disruption, shortages, flexibility and inflation in store for 2022

Haworth College of Business

… Business experts predict disruption, shortages, flexibility and inflation in store for … points to a perfect storm of product shortages, logistical issues and a lack of key equipment, resulting in supply …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66267

Kalamazoo Beer Exchange awards WMU-KVCC brewing scholarship

College of Arts and Sciences

… to hone their craft. At the forefront of that effort is the Kalamazoo Beer Exchange, which awarded its annual … and patrons. "I wasn't expecting a big celebration, but this is really impressive," he said. "It's pretty exciting." Jim …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/36701

Food marketing student first to complete advanced category management certification

Haworth College of Business

… majoring in food and consumer package goods marketing, is the first individual in the industry to complete the … Management Certification.  Katelyn Wandel The certification is intended to provide additional education to further … to shift to better impact the business,” Wandel says. “This certification gave me the opportunity to not only …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70932

Trustees approve faculty and staff retirements

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… effective Aug. 31, 2012 Dr. Richard R. MacDonald , assistant professor of sociology, 45 years, effective Dec. 31, … effective Dec. 31, 2012 The other retiring faculty member is Dr. G. Thomas Ray , associate professor of teaching, … 20 years, effective Dec. 31, 2012. Staff retirements Crista Boyle , assistant manager in Valley II Dining Service, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/363