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Good governance in Africa is focus of August conference

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… will bring scholars and policy-makers from around the globe to Western Michigan University for a conference Thursday … across the United States, as well from nations such as Botswana, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Germany, Japan, Kenya, … development and democratic good governance remain the greatest challenges for Africa in the 21st century," says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17361

Free community celebration commemorates Chinese Moon Festival

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… Chinese Moon Festival, which will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 , in WMU's Student Recreation … The Chinese Association of Greater Kalamazoo's ping pong tournament finals. Dance and music performances. A badminton demonstration. Hands-on activities. A Chinese art …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26452

Kalamazoo, campus communities getting ready for prom night

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… Center's East Ballroom. No reservations are necessary to attend this semi-formal event, which is free and open to … by the Otsego Jazz Ensemble and will include dance contests and a photo booth. Pre-entertainment activities, … p.m. About Senior Prom The Senior Prom began in 1988 as a way for older WMU alumni and area residents to share an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14265

Poets with WMU ties explore Michigan through verse, discussion

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… Public Library. KALAMAZOO—Six Michigan poets with ties to Western Michigan University will read from their work … Carpets," winner of the 2013 Arab American Book Award's Honorable Mention in Fiction; and a book of literary … won second place in the 2010 Winning Writers War Poetry Contest and has also appeared in the Rufous City Review. He …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12800

Bronco kicks off holiday season as legendary Radio City Rockette

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… second row, second from left, is among the newest class to earn a spot in the iconic dancing line. Courtesy: MSG … Courtesy: MSG Entertainment The newest class of Rockettes was introduced to the world atop the Radio City Music Hall … University dance alumna will be in the line. Fentem was among 18 dancers chosen for the newest class of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69927

Public forum at WMU puts spotlight on teamwork in health professions

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… professions Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Photo of the WMU College of Health and Human Services … Services. In health care and human services, the ability to work effectively as a member of a team in a care setting … success and the quality of care. Educating students to be able to work with people in other professions is a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19725

Diversity talk focuses on inclusiveness

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… by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Learn about the fastest growing religion in the world from people who practice … 101: Creating an Inclusive Campus Environment" is the topic of a speech from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Multicultural Center in the Trimpe …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21561

WMU's Children’s Place Learning Center hosting open house

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… up a good time" at their Family Fun Night, set for 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18 , at the center. All center … which will feature crafts, games, food and an opportunity to learn about the center's new preschool curriculum, … with WMU's College of Education and Human Development to provide a high-quality educational experience for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13487

Todd Havener obituary

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… Todd Havener obituary Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Todd Havener Todd Havener , a police officer in Western … of Public Safety, died unexpectedly at home Aug. 9 . He was 47. Havener joined WMU's staff in 1993 and had been a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48397

Mixer on the Mall begins in downtown Kalamazoo

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… Mixer on the Mall begins in downtown Kalamazoo Submitted by Deanne Puca on Admission for Mixer on the Mall events is $1. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Downtown's 2015 Mixer on the Mall will be held at a new location this year at 200 N. Kalamazoo Mall to allow enough space for more attendees and more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24653