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WMU sees surge in new freshman, grad and international students

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… at the close of the day Sept. 10. As predicted earlier this month, smaller upper-level classes from earlier years' … last year's numbers. WMU's total enrollment for fall 2013 is 24,294 . WMU's increase in the number of beginning freshmen is among the largest percentage increases officially …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9450

Inaugural 'Lavender Graduation' planned

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… the achievements of Western Michigan University's lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender and ally students. This special celebration—the first official one of its kind at … winners are encouraged to attend the event. Graduates who wish to receive a certificate during the ceremony must …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/6007

Football program earns NCAA sportsmanship award

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… 2018-19 NCAA sportsmanship award. The NCAA announced the Division I, II and III winners of its sportsmanship award … . WMU won the honor in the male recipient category for Division I schools. The Broncos were recognized for their role … Tim Lester. “I’m proud of our players for doing something bigger than the game. Credit also goes to Coach Helton and his

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51303

Gov. Snyder praises WMU foster youth program

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… Gov. Snyder praises WMU foster youth program Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Gov. Snyder KALAMAZOO--In his State of the State address yesterday, Michigan Gov. Rick … out a Western Michigan University program for praise, triggering a round of applause in the Michigan House chamber at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/83

Federal judge, company executive awarded WMU's top alumni honor

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A U.S. District Court judge and a president of one of the world's … can confer on its alumni—the WMU Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Award. The 2016 award recipients are … his career, Drain has worked in various positions in the legal system, beginning in 1972 as a law clerk for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35271

Updated WMU apps for Android and iPhone released

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… and for iPhone and other Apple mobile platforms. WMU Mobile is available free of charge through the Android Market at … Rodgers developed the Android version of the app, while Christopher Ashbay, Justus Reule and Timothy Wickey created the … are working on version 2.0, scheduled for release later this spring. "WMU Mobile has a number of distinctive …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/161

Preparing workforce for state-of-the-art bridge construction

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… Michigan University. Bridge engineers, contractors and decision-makers are invited to attend the workshop from 8 a.m. … systems tout such advantages as minimal traffic disruption and on-site construction time, improved work-zone … Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration to present the state and national perspectives and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/225

WMU public health students’ social media campaign: #Bewellwmu during pandemic

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… right, and professor Robert Bensley, middle, meeting to discuss their COVID-19 social media campaign. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Remember to “keep the social in social distancing,” “be a source of light and love for someone who … a Master of Public Health and a Juris Doctorate to practice legal epidemiology. “As this experience teaches us, public …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58876

Foster youth program seeks mentors for incoming students

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… students entering into WMU's foster youth support program this fall. Known as the Seita Scholars program, WMU began … who have aged out of the foster care system, and who wish to earn a college degree. The program includes tuition … housing and around the clock counseling availability. Chris Harris, Seita Scholars director, first became involved …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/735

AL Central Champ Detroit Tigers coming to WMU

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… Detroit Tigers] KALAMAZOO – Fresh off their first division title in 24 years, the 2011 American League Central … appearance on the Western Michigan University campus this month. Update (Jan. 19) The event is sold out. The Detroit Tigers Winter Caravan arrives at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/46