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WMU sees significant gains in number of beginners, out-of-state students

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University has seen a dramatic increase in its … 3,026 last year. This year's freshman class comes from 65 Michigan counties and 29 other states. More than 42 percent … Those figures reflect increased marketing efforts beyond Michigan's borders, as well as a change to the University's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42774

Tango musician J.P. Jofre to give on-campus performance

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… and exciting tango artists since Astor Piazzolla, makes his Michigan debut at Western Michigan University in collaboration with the WMU string …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30645

WMU cancels evening classes for Wednesday, Feb. 24

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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.--With snow pounding most of Michigan's lower peninsula, Western Michigan University has canceled night classes and all …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30602

Thomas C. Hardie II obituary

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… II Thomas C. Hardie II , a former director of Western Michigan University's choirs, died Nov. 15, 2014 . He … in recitals and oratorio concerts in Texas, Oklahoma and Michigan. He also was director of music at the First … organizations during his career. They included the Michigan chapter of the American Choral Directors …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21529

Hettinger, Miller to lead WMU Board of Trustees for 2015

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… elected chair and vice chair, respectively, of the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees. The two were elected … in 1995, he was selected by then-Gov. John Engler as Michigan's Economic Developer of the Year. Miller Kenneth … which operates several restaurant properties in southwest Michigan. Miller earned bachelor's and master's degrees in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21287

Career ap-peel: Potato farm sprouts job opportunities for Broncos

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… may be known for the Motor City or the Great Lakes, but Michigan also boasts a tastier title: potato chip capital of the U.S. In fact, according to the Michigan Potato Industry Commission (MPIC), one in four bags … of potato chips eaten in the United States was made with Michigan spuds. While many of the state's farms have been …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75869

WMU sees boost in honors, minority student numbers, small overall dip

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is seeing increases in its honors … freshman class of more than 3,000 students hails from 61 Michigan counties and 26 other states, as well as 25 other nations. A full 86 percent of WMU students are Michigan residents. The number of doctoral students remains …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35234

Bronco men's basketball adds non-conference games to schedule

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… Puca on WMU men's basketball. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University men's basketball team added … Saturday, Feb. 21 vs. Toledo Saturday, Feb. 28 vs. Eastern Michigan Friday, March 6 vs. Central Michigan For more news, arts and events, visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/18441

Construction fencing prompts temporary change in bus stops

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… for installation of a new iconic feature on Western Michigan University's West Campus that is scheduled for … closes off the turnaround area located at the end of West Michigan Avenue by the Seibert Administration Building and … The Brown Route stop has been moved to the corner of West Michigan Avenue and North Dormitory Road. The Gold Route …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18814

Secretary of State Mobile Office to visit campus for voter registration

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… Mobile Office will be on campus Sept. 28. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Michigan Secretary of State Ruth Johnson announced Sept. 19 that the state's mobile office will stop at Western Michigan University this month to offer voter registration … Bring a photo ID The most readily accepted photo IDs are a Michigan driver's license or identification card, but you …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35167