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United Way urges campus to help 'Change the Story'

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… the United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region, to be announced Sept. 10. WMU's campaign kickoff will feature … cards to all faculty, staff and retirees is underway. Gifts can be made as: One-time donations by cash, check or credit card, or Pledges, payable by payroll …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8981

Risk spikes with increased hacking during holiday season

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… information," Rea says. He notes that people's defenses may be down at this time of year because hacking attempts may … they have given to in the past. But while Rea says people cannot protect all their data, he offers a few helpful tips … from the company before, consider using a pre-loaded cash card to avoid the loss of financial information. Be

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50748

All WMU campuses close early Wednesday, Feb. 22, due to severe weather

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… services, all WMU campuses will close and there will be no classes starting at  1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 22 , … events calendar  to confirm whether an event is canceled. Those who have posted items to the calendar are … by heavy snow closed the University. 2022, Feb. 2—Rain turned to snow overnight, covering the Kalamazoo area in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70872

Alexis Brown: Achieving Excellence in Aviation

College of Aviation

… and talk to the pilots.  Their stories sounded like the best adventures.  That same year at a career day, a …  They make certain I am doing what I am supposed to do so I can advance my career." Then there is Jelani Kelley , … its people and their time into me," she says.  "They turned my dream into a reality.  Giving back to those who …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58976

Ingenious invention gives plant lovers a green thumb and wins Bronco Pitch

Haworth College of Business

… water generator that helps nature lovers enjoy the benefits of beautiful plants without the headache of daily … SELPE takes moisture from the air and converts it directly into water with the use of cooling coils and solar power. It … Revision Autonomy is a camera-agnostic software that can be incorporated into vehicles to improve driver …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71591

Making 'work from home' work for you

W Magazine

… from home' work for you Submitted by Erin Flynn on Overturned laundry baskets do not make FOR ideal desks. However, … like your lights and darks on wash day, work and home life became difficult to separate when the unfolding pandemic … work environment. Sitting too long and standing too long can both be detrimental. Ideally, you should sit for no more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62168

Attend and ascend: Education alum's pilot program increases 10th grade attendance by 14%

College of Education and Human Development

… increases 10th grade attendance by 14% Submitted by Chris Hybels on Once a week, Alysia Baznik will facilitate the … "There's a good group of kids that are working for the biggest purchase which would be me taking them for food, games … purchase anything from the cart." Faculty support Students can redeem points earned for candy, drinks, snacks, school …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/05/alumna-education-special-attendence-intervention-success

Bronco Buds program to welcome hundreds of Kalamazoo high schoolers to WMU campus

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… life of a Western student. A long-standing collaboration between KPS and WMU, the program is designed to give … faculty there, for example, while aspiring entrepreneurs can check out Schneider Hall, home to the Haworth College of … college student myself, I know how important it can be to see the possibilities that lie ahead, and we want …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/bronco-buds-fall-2025-kalamazoo-public-schools-college-prep

Final East Campus configuration will preserve core of East Hall only

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… of East Hall , turning the birthplace of the University into a center that reflects national best practices, preserves the building's historic … future use. "Over the past year, we've identified significant levels of private support for the alumni center that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12501

Owners of local sock company put best foot forward at forum

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… Owners of local sock company put best foot forward at forum Submitted by Stacey Anderson on … with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-6059 or at … influence the market by building a social consciousness into their business model. Future Entrepreneurship Forum …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/08/17977