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WMU’s 2026 Gründler Book Prize winner gives fresh insight on medieval medical art

News

… 2026 Gründler Book Prize winner gives fresh insight on medieval medical art Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, … with a new analysis of medieval medical imagery has been awarded Western Michigan University’s Otto Gründler Book … the continued relevance of medieval scholarship to modern questions of knowledge and communication , the judges …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/05/2026-grundler-book-prize-winner-medieval-scholar

Why I Give: Barbara Rider and Fred Sammons

W Magazine

… four decades of partnership, Barbara Rider decided it was about time she and Fred Sammons “take the plunge.” So, … she popped the question. “I was cleaning something off the kitchen floor and already down on one knee,” she jokes. “I … clinical practice skills, education or leadership, setting them up for success and apart from their competitors …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2025/03/why-i-give-rider-sammons

WMU officials begin planning next campus residential construction

News

… of adding another new residential area, and creating a modern dining facility that will build on the success of our … finalized, and two new residential buildings are now under way along with a community center that will be for the use … and Dining Services expansions in the planning stage are designed to support university recruitment and retention …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/885

Light Center for Chinese Studies funds a documentary, a biography and a multimedia online language studies platform in 2025

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Center for Chinese Studies Research Grant. This year, awards will support three innovative projects: a documentary, … to strengthen interdisciplinary Chinese language studies.   Designed for high schools, community colleges and universities, the platform aims to modernize Chinese language education, boost student …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/12/grant-awards

Haenicke Institute recognizes WMU leaders advancing global learning through study abroad

Study Abroad

… opportunities for students to connect their academic studies with new cultures, communities and experiences. WMU … 15 students “The Climate Action in Scotland program was great for me because it aligned with my major, filled a … , art major Dr. Eric Archer and Nicolette Nelson : Modernity, Culture & Social Change in Singapore; College of …

https://wmich.edu/study-abroad/news/2026/08/faculty-leaders

Engineering team finds success at regional castings competition

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… success at regional castings competition Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Engineering students Levi Koebbe (left) and Rehan … was advised by Dr. Sam Ramrattan , professor of engineering design, manufacturing and management systems. “This was my … The team's castings project was to create a clamp set for docks. “My parents live on a lake, and I was walking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67265

Philanthropic opportunities uncorked with new WMU wine

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… Newman, Dr. Doug Lepisto, Megan Miller and Jason Olinger discuss the new Bronconess wine. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—How do you … launching a cause-driven, micro-local wine in Michigan was feasible. Students in Western Michigan University's … McIver says. "Working with businesses in a practical way allows students to experience true accomplishment. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55583

Two-day fashion show features student designers

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… Two-day fashion show features student designers Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on MODA … student fashion show KALAMAZOO--"The Color Theory," a runway fashion show featuring Western Michigan University … will be shown through student talent--from lighting and set design, to marketing and promotion, runway modeling, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/296

Sessions planned to explore Goldsworth Valley dining project

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… new Western Michigan University Valley Dining Center, are set for Tuesday, Feb. 25 . The sessions will focus on … that will take place during different stages of the design process. The Feb. 25 sessions are set for the … design process. Additional sessions will be scheduled midway through the process, likely in June, and at the end of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13558

Fashion students unleash creativity with new Goodwill partnership

College of Education and Human Development

… new Goodwill partnership Submitted by Chris Hybels on MODA designers and models pose after the ' Rhythm N' Runway ' round of style wars at Goodwill. (Courtsey: Stacie … Stacie Jackson KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Yesterday's fashion got a modern twist from Western Michigan University students …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/03/fashion-students-wmu-moda-goodwill-partnership-design-show