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Confucius Institute hosts 2019 Chinese New Years Gala

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is one of the biggest celebrations in China and many Asian countries. WMU's … and to experience Chinese culture in the process.” Along with live entertainment, the gala will include activities … sign in the 12-year-cycle. Zodiac animals are associated with one of the five elements. The 2019 boar is associated …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/50728

Annual Concerto Concert highlights accomplished music students

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… the Fantaisie for Flute by Georges Hüe. The program begins with Brahms' musical tribute to university life, in his … the Michigan All-State Orchestra, and the Holland Area Youth Orchestra. He furthered his studies with Korean violinist Young Shin and Mihai Craioveanu, professor of violin at Hope …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39299

New home for Kalamazoo Autism Center to formally open

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… University's Kalamazoo Autism Center will formally open with a Saturday, Sept. 17 , ceremony and a chance for … Grand opening The grand opening of the treatment center for young people diagnosed on the autism spectrum is set for … and will allow the KAC to ultimately serve up to 40 young people ages 2 to 21 who have been diagnosed on the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34885

Sales and business marketing once again earns national top program accolades

Haworth College of Business

… University's sales and business marketing program , housed within the Haworth College of Business, has once again been … find full-time careers or are continuing their education within three months of graduation, and 96% of these … enhanced ability to pinpoint areas for student improvement with detailed notes embedded in videos of the exercises. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53446

Western alumna highlights first-generation Latinx student journeys at documentary screening

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

… Mich.—A Western Michigan University alumna details the struggles of first-generation Latinx students in a documentary … students in Holland, Michigan, who are part of the TRiO Upward Bound Program. It highlights their dreams of becoming … the screening, Martinez will participate in a Q&A session with the audience. The Latinx Employee Association is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72796

Montgomery promises a future focused on students, community impact and excellence

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… a presidency focused on a quest for excellence, close ties with community and a focus on the success of students. … partnership between town and gown may not be the norm with all universities," Montgomery said, "But it is what … The new president noted a variety of interactions he's had with a range of faculty, staff, student and alumni groups …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42642

Endowed scholarships established in memory of Warfield, Hall

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… support for students in the Haworth College of Business, with preference given to Alpha fraternity members. The … June 5. The scholarship will provide support for students, with preference given to Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity members. … a 1964 WMU alumnus who helped build Alpha Phi Alpha at WMU with Hall, Warfield and other alumni. The scholarships were …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33299

University introduces 'be healthy' social media contest

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… their healthy habits by posting photos and videos, along with comments, in social media platforms such as Twitter and … and healthy relationships. The remaining topics, along with their posting time periods, are: Fitness, Oct. 31 to … inspiring content posted is judged by students and rewarded with a prize. Contest information, resources To take part in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/28052

Trustees approve faculty and staff retirements

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… Three of the faculty members who are retiring are doing so with emeritus status. Their names, positions, years of … Dr. William F. Santiago-Valles , associate professor of African studies, 13 years, effective Dec. 31, 2012 The other … May 2, 2012. The faculty members joining the school, along with their current affiliations, are: Dr. John H. Coons , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/363

Excellence in Diversity award winners to be feted

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… color and for working tirelessly to connect WMU's mission with the need to build and maintain a diverse community. … accommodations to support diversity. Student organizations--Young Black Males Support Network . It will be recognized … long-standing commitment to creating a support system for young men, assisting youth in the community, providing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/286