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Provost and dean discuss Grow Your Own on education podcast
College of Education and Human Development
… by Chris Hybels on Drs. Julian Vasquez Heilig and Laura Dinehart. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's Dr. … for academic affairs, and Dr. Laura Dinehart , dean of the College of Education and Human Development, were … having to address the teacher shortage in Michigan and how the college is supporting new students. Funded by the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75250
Michigan Gov. Snyder makes campus stop for WMUK taping
News
… Michigan Gov. Snyder makes campus stop for WMUK taping Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Gov. Snyder KALAMAZOO— Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder visited the Western Michigan University campus July 25 to tape an … for WMUK-FM's recently launched news and public affairs show "WestSouthwest." The far-ranging session touched on a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8360
Nita H. Hardie obituary
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… died Sept. 23 . She was 83. Hardie retired as chair of the Department of Science Studies and an associate professor emerita of political science in 1992 after 27 years of service to the University. While … build the Kalamazoo Democratic Party, serving as chair for many years; was a founding member of the Michigan Democratic …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1856
Powerful piece wins WMU dance student prestigious choreography award
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… Powerful piece wins WMU dance student prestigious choreography award … a path to success after graduation. Hayley Midea won the coveted Maggie Allesee Choreography Award on Saturday, Oct. 12 , during a showcase at the Michigan Dance Festival. Her original piece, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56188
Weeklong celebration honors student employees
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… University will recognize some 4,000 student employees during the 26th annual Student Employee Appreciation Week … to honor all student employees for their hard work and the many ways they contribute to WMU. It also provides an opportunity to showcase the University's outstanding student employees and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/130
Student success to be showcased at Paper Foundation meeting
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… Student success to be showcased at Paper Foundation meeting Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Paper … and opportunities for students pursuing careers in the paper and allied industry will be center stage at the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1912
Campus office hours released for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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… Campus office hours released for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Submitted by Deanne Puca on Martin Luther … Jr. Day with no classes on Monday, Jan. 15 . Additionally, many offices will be closed or operating on reduced hours …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44488
Janet E. Stillwell obituary
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… of dance and a former associate dean of the College of Fine Arts at Western Michigan University, died March 29 . She … the dance department in its early years as well as oversaw many collegewide projects, which resulted in the Society of … the role of co-producer as well as artistic director of "Showcase Kalamazoo" in Miller Auditorium from 1986 to 1990. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31430
Student Recreation Center creates lasting impact on students’ personal growth, sense of belonging
Student Life
… Student Recreation Center creates lasting impact on students’ personal growth, sense of belonging … room in the SRC. The SRC's second floor weight room offers many different options for students' routine. The second … my job to stand up for them and make sure they understand how they need to be treated. I feel like my loyalty and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70910
Alumnus recognized with first Public Sector Leader Award
College of Arts and Sciences
… first Public Sector Leader Award Submitted by Amelia Bodinaku on Former chief of staff to Michigan's senior senator … offer selfless dedication to public service, VanKuiken was the inaugural recipient. "Matt's hard work for U.S. Senator … President Montgomery says VanKuiken is a great example of how that program prepares national leaders. "From Lansing to …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-vankuiken