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WMU earns sixth Tree Campus designation, finds rare tree species

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… the University," says Darrell Junkins , WMU grounds supervisor in landscape services. Tree Campus USA is a national program launched in 2008 and supported by a … spirit of conservation. Notably, WMU's deeply rooted emphasis on environmental stewardship is helping to preserve a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13807

New facility improvement projects continue

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… by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Noticeable progress is continuing on Western Michigan University's Hilltop … May, with Zimmerman and then French halls following in a staggered schedule, concluding at the end of September. Each of … Shannon Sauer-Becker . "We have been very selective with what we are taking out and will be protecting what will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63836

New permaculture orchard demonstrates WMU devotion to sustainability

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… Submitted by Madeleine Fojtik on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What was previously a parking lot and, for a long time after, hard pack land on WMU’s west campus is being naturally rejuvenated by a nascent grove of nearly … of campus lawn. Due to poor soil quality, grass has struggled to flourish here. “That was the challenge. Can we take …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46645

New SEO class pays off in job opportunities for marketing students

Haworth College of Business

… service or anything else online, where do you go and what results appear first in that search? Western Michigan … digital marketing course in the Haworth College of Business is helping students learn how to generate website traffic … with Dei Fratelli. “We are changing the conversation about what a college is capable of teaching when we see new …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68635

Preston Koslakiewicz’s call to service

Haworth College of Business

… on Preston Koslakiewicz KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Learning what it takes to be a leader is rooted in  Preston Koslakiewicz’s  personal life mission. What does it mean to give back is a question that he asked …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69891

Voter registration ends Tuesday

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… Voter registration ends Tuesday Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … voting rights march in 1965. KALAMAZOO— Your right to vote is precious . Your opportunity to register to vote in this … and responsibility as a citizen." After a century of struggle, organizing and marching, women earned the right to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1896

Emeriti Council programs continuing

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… Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO--The second half of this season's Wednesday II meetings put on by the Western … founders of drama and the creators of the first theatres? What did Shakespeare's Globe Theatre really look like? What plays fit what types of theatres? Other upcoming …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/107

Western welcomes more than 275 new international students to campus

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… more than 275 new international students to campus this fall. The new class joins a robust international … get involved. Buster Bronco, the university’s mascot, hugged and took selfies with the new students.   International … of students, told the crowd.   “We want you to know that what you have done is amazing. Not everybody can do that—and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/09/international-enrollment-2025

Major construction projects underway aim to redefine WMU campus experience

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… Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A season of transformation is underway at Western Michigan University as three major … tearing something down,” VanderVeen says. “We’re asking: What does it mean to be sustainable in the future? What kind of environment do we need to be successful with …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/05/2025-summer-construction-projects-underway-redefine-campus-experience

Molecular biology lab uses classroom for real-world research

College of Arts and Sciences

… mind when you imagine a college biology course. However, this is not what happens in Dr. Todd Barkman 's molecular biology lab.  … data have been attained. Students would jump up and down hugging. That’s what it is all about.”  As for what is next, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68776