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Western receives grant to aid student retention

Merze Tate College

… grant to aid student retention Submitted by Bonnie Pfingst on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University was … to improve student outcomes and reduce equity gaps in high-risk courses. WMU’s Merze Tate College will oversee the … of the project to allow for ongoing tracking of lagging indicators. Other Michigan institutions selected for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70763

Merze Tate Explorers discover cooking with STEM with WMU nutrition and dietetics program

College of Education and Human Development

… Merze Tate Explorers discover cooking with STEM with WMU nutrition and dietetics program … familiar with the Mexican food preparation and can suggest strategies that can be employed to lower saturated fat …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71324

'Life-changing' gift: Western student receives hearing aids thanks to collaborative effort

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… 'Life-changing' gift: Western student receives hearing aids thanks to … effort Submitted by Erin Flynn on Abondance Kibadi is learning to use his new hearing aids. They were made … helps fit Kibadi's new hearing aids. Growing up, Kibadi struggled to hear teachers and was often accused of not paying …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65924

WMU seeking volunteers for Color Run 5K race

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… WMU seeking volunteers for Color Run 5K race Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is looking to fill 150 volunteer spots for the Color Run 5K … by securing volunteer participation. To volunteer, visit  bit.ly/kzoocolorrun17 . Volunteers are needed at the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/39015

Jerry Seinfeld coming to Miller Auditorium

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… Jerry Seinfeld coming to Miller Auditorium Submitted by Anonymous … on Seinfeld KALAMAZOO—Beloved comedian Jerry Seinfeld is coming to Western Michigan University for one performance … online: millerauditorium.com Made a household name through his eponymous television show, and now considered by many to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6936

Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness celebrates grand opening

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… Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness celebrates grand opening … Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness is hosting a grand opening ceremony at 11 a.m. on Friday, … and founder of Sanford Financial Services of Portage, established the center, which will serve students and community …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51014

Acclaimed dance company comes to Miller Auditorium

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… Momix KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Momix, a company of dancer-illusionists, is coming to Western Michigan University's Miller Auditorium at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29732

WMU to host a free Chinese New Year Gala

International Student and Scholar Services

… WMU to host a free Chinese New Year Gala Submitted by Raine Kuch on A Kalamazoo … Year of the Dog in the Kalamazoo community. The event is free and open to the public. The Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is one of the biggest celebrations in China and many Asian countries. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45164

Focused on physics, engineering research, doctoral student embraces his passion for service

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Focused on physics, engineering research, doctoral student embraces his passion for service Submitted by Cindy Wagner on "I … solid-state and condensed matter physics. As a result, his physics professors recommended an engineering course that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66266

Camp for blind and visually impaired athletes breaks down barriers

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… Camp for blind and visually impaired athletes breaks down barriers … gym. Young athletes crane their heads to follow the noise, before one scoops up the ball and hurls it across the court at the opposing team. In a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53866