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National leader, respected public servant and longtime advocate for Western to receive honorary degree
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… Puca on Congressman Fred Upton speaks at the dedicated of the new expansion and opening of the Aviation Education Center in September 2021. … with WMU President Edward Montgomery to discuss the future of civility in politics. Rep. Debbie Dingell and Congressman …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70189
A winning combination: Natalie Samdal masters finance and golf
Haworth College of Business
… Natalie Samdal is a graduate student in the Haworth College of Business. She is mastering the field of finance and athletics as part of the WMU golf team. Natalie Samdal is a graduate student …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70503
WMU closes until 10 a.m. for icy conditions
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… SINCE 1999 1999, Jan. 4-5—Heavy snowfall delayed the start of spring semester. 2000, Nov. 21-22—Thanksgiving recess began Tuesday because of snow. 2006, Dec. 1—An ice storm downed trees and caused … Michigan colleges to close. The closure delayed the start of spring semester. 2014, Jan. 27—Snow and cold temperatures …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74442
Area families sought to host international teachers and students
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… teachers and students arriving in August. Benefits of serving as a host family include: Exposing your family to … expenses while they are in the United States. A stipend of $450 a month will be paid to each hosting family for the duration of the guest's stay, which can range from four weeks to one …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/961
Campus participation urged for library survey
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… the survey, which takes about 10 minutes, have the option of entering a random drawing to win an iPad4 or one of three $100 prepaid Visa cards. "The survey will help us … respect to our services," says Dr. Joseph G. Reish, dean of University Libraries. "We would like to improve our …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5558
Student organization marks annual Israel Peace Week
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… to college campuses. Western Michigan University is one of 70 campuses participating in Israel Peace Week this year, … camel must provide state ID and sign a release form the day of the event. Anyone under 18 must have a parent sign their …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5388
Western researchers debut new hybrid technology to test roof durability during hurricanes
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… Western researchers debut new hybrid technology to test roof durability during hurricanes Submitted by Erin Flynn on … at the Bronco Construction Research Center is the only one of its kind in an academic setting in North America. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Hurricane Ian is one of the most destructive storms the U.S. has seen. Leaving …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69456
Western sends second student to exclusive backstage experience at New York Fashion Week
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… Fashion Week's (NYFW) spring and fall showcases are some of the industry's biggest, most exclusive events. And for … Western Michigan University sent a student there for a one-of-a-kind educational experience behind the scenes. "It was … , a product design student from Troy, Michigan, who dreams of designing shoes or outdoor gear. She earned the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69422
Waldo Library's lower level reopens Jan. 9 with updates, new layout
University Libraries
… going to love the new space," says Julie Garrison , dean of University Libraries. "It feels brighter and more modern and has plenty of space for collaboration and our technology services." … browsing the lower level's print collection, which was offline during construction. Though the materials never left …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70135
Ribfest comes to Kalamazoo
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… . Now in its 21st year, Ribfest also features a cook-off, eating contest, children's events and an arts and … crafts sale. It is a fundraising event for Kalamazoo nonprofit Community Advocates for people with developmental … Saturday, Aug. 4 11am to 2 p.m., Kalamazoo Academy of Rock 5:30 to 7 p.m., Shelagh Brown 7:30 to 9 p.m., …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1068