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WMU English professor recipient of 2019 Charles Carpenter Fries Award

College of Arts and Sciences

… “The opportunity to help students grow in their passion for teaching English language arts, and to assist teachers … department chair at WMU and was the interim associate dean for the College of Arts and Sciences in 2015. He was also named the American Council on Education Fellow for 2015-16. Bush earned a bachelor's degree from Bowling …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56093

Philanthropic opportunities uncorked with new WMU wine

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… purpose-driven brand that speaks to consumers and generates sales? That is the question that students in leadership and … Own and TOMS, Bronconess profits will fund scholarships for leadership and business strategy students at WMU. Read … researching consumer profiles, the geographic footprint for distribution and what would differentiate this wine. …

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

Student-athletes ready to tackle senior seasons

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… of tanning. A day at the beach took on different meaning for Western Michigan University student-athletes over the … student-athletes are giving a glimpse into what it's like juggling academics, athletics and life in general. ENGAGING … Tranquill, who already earned his bachelor's degree in sales and business marketing, is now pursuing his MBA. He …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54896

Two WMU leaders recognized as 'notable women in STEM'

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… administration. Dr. Terri Goss Kinzy Kinzy, vice president for research and a professor of biological sciences at WMU, is internationally known for her work in the areas of gene expression and protein … of increasing diversity in the field. "I consider myself fortunate that my parents, while not scientists or even …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53579

Student team launching NASA competition dream

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… aerospace engineering student who serves as Lead Rocketry for WMU’s American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics … principles,” Krebs says. The transition is exciting for Krebs. “I like the opportunities it provides. It’s … to NASA. After the team’s test launch—tentatively scheduled for December or early January—they will incorporate the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56773

WMU garners more than $1.5M during 24-hour Giving Day

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… third Giving Day to raise $1,555,471. The Universitywide effort was led by the WMU Alumni Association, which was … they were talking about giving to WMU," said Vice President for University Advancement Kristen DeVries . "Giving is just … fundraising strategy. "This campaign is about something bigger than us," DeVries said. "It's about the impact we can …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55908

Sunseeker team engineers its way to impressive finish at Formula Sun Grand Prix

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… Sunseeker team engineers its way to impressive finish at Formula Sun Grand Prix Submitted by Deanne Puca on … team celebrated its 30th anniversary with an impressive performance at the Formula Sun Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. The team started …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54383

Three students selected to receive highly competitive scholarship

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… who applied, 800 out of 3,400 applicants, received an award for the spring 2019 scholarship round. Seven students from WMU applied for the round and three were selected, making for a notable award success rate of 43 percent. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51147

Multiple public career fairs to be held at WMU this fall

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University will be the site for several career-related fairs this fall that are open to … in Kalamazoo. All WMU students are encouraged to prepare for the upcoming fairs by attending pre-fair events designed … Team at career-fair@wmich.edu or (269) 387-2745. Marketing, Sales and Food Marketing Career Night— Wednesday, Oct. 3, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48887

WMU Board of Trustees approves 2019-20 apartment rate increases

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… University Board of Trustees approved rate increases for on-campus apartments and apartment-style residential … with the fall 2019 semester. While remaining sensitive to affordability, the rate changes fund maintenance and … person rates, with family housing available upon request. For the Stadium Drive apartments, the trustees' approval …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50817