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WMU nears $7 million mark in grants in September and October
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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Externally funded awards to Western Michigan University nearly hit the $7 … $4.7 million during the period, while grants for public service soared to almost $1.8 million. Grants for … came in at $343,237. NSF, DOJ grants Two notable research awards came from the National Science Foundation. A $799,665 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29246
CHHS marks 50 years with yearlong celebration
College of Health and Human Services
… — Western Michigan University’s College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) is celebrating its 50th anniversary , … strengthening communities, and advancing health and human services across Michigan and beyond. This milestone year … community. The celebration also underscores CHHS’s forward-looking commitment to innovation, inclusivity and …
https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/07/chhs50
Haunted house, massive giveaways, animal ‘cuddle shuttle’ set for biggest Bronco Bash ever
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… Haunted house, massive giveaways, animal ‘cuddle shuttle’ set for biggest Bronco Bash … fires off the cannon to kick things off, everyone stops and watches. There’s so much excitement going into the semester … Bronco Nation and a way to learn about the resources and services available to help them thrive in their new home. …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/08/bronco-bash-2026
From Middleville to Management: AJ Nye's Airport Journey
College of Aviation
… Railside Golf Club in Byron Center, MI For AJ Nye, aviation was never just about the aircraft—it was about everything … the world. Request College of Aviation Information After graduating from Thornapple-Kellogg High School in … moving parts while maintaining a high level of customer service. Those experiences quickly evolved into something …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2026/06/nye
WMU grants top $1.5 million mark in January, February
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… meeting. Research grants soar Grants for research led the way, soaring past $1.3 million, while grants for public service closed in on $200,000. WMU Research Foundation … $1,500. Notable research grants included a new, $447,616 award from the U.S. Department Of Education, Office of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/22714
Outstanding faculty, staff members awarded WMU's highest honors
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… Outstanding faculty, staff members awarded WMU's highest honors Submitted by Erin Flynn on President Edward Montgomery and Provost Jennifer Bott stand with award … campus a better place to work and learn. The Distinguished Service , Distinguished Faculty Scholar , Distinguished …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55462
WMU researchers hope to revolutionize papermaking with $2.5M grant
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… papermaking with $2.5M grant Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Dr. Mert Atilhan works in his lab in Floyd Hall, … well with the DOE’s mission to support transformative scientific solutions for pressing environmental challenges … efforts. Atilhan began pursuing the idea several years ago after earning Western’s competitive Faculty Research and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73114
WMU one of 14 U.S. schools selected for Brazilian initiative
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… higher education though its participation in the Brazilian Scientific Mobility Undergraduate program, which brought 29 … and mathematics—students to campus. Efforts are underway to establish a partnership with one university in Brazil … of New York-Plattsburgh, the University of Tulsa, Washington and Jefferson College, Webster University and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3018
Annual luncheon to honor human performance, health education alumni
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… the Fetzer Center. Saluting accomplishments, contributions, Service The main focus of the event is to provide public … for the professional accomplishments, contributions and service of outstanding alumni. Six individuals who earned …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39370
Jerome G. Manis obituary
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… professor emeritus of sociology, died Feb. 23 . He was 95. Manis joined the faculty in 1952 and retired in 1975 after 26 years of service to the University. Survivors include his wife, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5848