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Legendary Bronco track and cross country coach George Dales dies at 96
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… successful coach in Western Michigan University athletic history, died in Kalamazoo Sept. 27. He was 96. Dales was a track and field and cross country coach who led his teams to two of only three national championships ever … The beloved Bronco coach came to WMU in 1953, retired from his Bronco coaching positions in 1970, and remained a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42968
WMU welcomes new VP for marketing and strategic communication
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… a newly created position at WMU charged with providing the vision and the leadership to advance institutional marketing … guiding principle and our goal for every major aspect of this institution. I believe Tony Proudfoot has the … and communication," Montgomery says. "Our challenge is to make WMU the university of choice for this region and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/47241
Top seniors honored as 2012 Presidential Scholars
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… their units as a WMU Presidential Scholar. The designation is the highest academic honor that WMU can bestow on its undergraduates . Selection is based on the students' general academic excellence, academic and/or artistic excellence in their majors, and intellectual and/or …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/278
Upton announces VetSuccess program for WMU, KVCC and KCC
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… array of new services to help them succeed, thanks to a decision by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to locate a … selected WMU, Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Kellogg Community College to jointly host a VetSuccess on Campus … 12 in the nation and the only one in Michigan. The program is geared to providing the kind of supportive campus …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/332
History made: Merze Tate College, Black women leaders honor Tate's legacy
Merze Tate College
… History made: Merze Tate College, Black women leaders honor … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As part of celebrating Black History Month, Merze Tate College at Western Michigan … and she went on to become a scholar, world traveler, journalist, author and advisor to world leaders. In September 2021, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74559
Update: Water main leak leads to boil water advisory at Draper/Siedschlag residence hall
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… Update: Water main leak leads to boil water advisory at Draper/Siedschlag residence hall Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Update: The boil water advisory issued Nov. 27 for the Draper/Siedschlag residence …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/11/50453
Professor elected vice chair of state board
Haworth College of Business
… chair of the Michigan State Board of Accountancy. The board is responsible for the certification, licensure and … public accountants and public accounting firms. The CPA is the most significant licensure for accountants in the … profession and protect the CPA brand," says Smith. "The CPA is critical to protecting the public by providing sound …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49643
Frontline for relief: WMU team helps small businesses survive COVID-19 impacts
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… many small businesses throughout West Michigan are struggling to make ends meet. From lack of sales to growing … on state or federal aid. However, preparing to secure disaster relief is no small feat, a detail the Michigan Small Business …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58749
Employers, students connect with in-person, virtual career fairs
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… job fairs. Student job fair preparation sessions, advising and resources to help students prepare for interviews … . Students who plan to attend virtual job fairs must register for employer sessions prior to the fair date, which is a new format for students to follow through Handshake. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66700
University celebrations planned for upcoming graduates
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… , for the entire University. The Office of Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay and Transgender Student Services will host its … recognized for their leadership, success and achievement. This is also an opportunity to recognize faculty, staff, or WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52659