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Authors support WMU writing award with fundraiser

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… will come together Saturday, Oct. 5 , on the campus of Western Michigan University to read from their works and celebrate the life and contributions of author, editor and publisher Robert J. Bixby, a WMU … by the Creative Writing Program and the Department of English. Refreshments will be served and a book signing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9930

White, Potter, Nowak and Parker are headed to the NFL

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… initial free agent signings. Selected in the seventh round of Saturday's draft were wide receiver Jordan White , the … Jaguars, and Tuesday, May 1, it was announced that offensive lineman Anthony Parker had signed as a free agent … the only Bronco wide receivers drafted by the NFL. A member of the Super Bowl XLV Champion Green Bay Packers, Jennings …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/376

WMU graduate wins prestigious playwriting fellowship

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… through the WMU Creative Writing Program, was one of four finalists for the Ten-Minute Play Award for his play … was announced during the award ceremony that Pasen is one of six playwrights nationwide to be selected for a … Pasen, who is from Chicago, has worked closely with of Dr. Steve Feffer, associate professor of English. Pasen …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/441

University Theatre presents 'Kiss Me Kate'

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… Cole Porter’s Tony Award-winning musical has become one of the most beloved musical comedies of the century, including such musical favorites as "Another … Patterson Patterson began performing at the early age of 9. A native of New Jersey, he first studied under the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6282

APA, PSSO set events to honor annual award winners

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—In lieu of staging a joint spring luncheon this year, Western … project will offset special needs of the Kalamazoo Public Schools, such as crayons, colored paper, boxes of tissues … during times of heightened security or emergencies at their schools. For more information , including the event brochure …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6146

Building a business fueled by hometown pride

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… for Western Michigan University alumna Jennifer (Markby) Soffin , founder of The IN Coast , a lifestyle brand dedicated to building … in Northwest Indiana. Being an entrepreneur wasn't in Soffin's life plans. It's something she felt compelled to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47600

Western Weekend RSO Fair: Find new friends, win prizes

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… Western Michigan University students to connect with dozens of Registered Student Organizations (RSO) is happening … The high-energy, live performances will feature some of Western’s most talented student groups. Western Weekend … showcase. Organizations that participate can win a variety of prizes during the drawing—some just for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67515

WMU to host Science Olympiad statewide competition

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… students in grades 6-12 who were the top winners from each of Michigan's regional events will descend on WMU’s campus … for the event. While here, they will compete in a series of 23 team events in areas such as experimental design, … innovation." The event is hosted by Western’s College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, along with presenting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75430

Symphony orchestra performs classical and popular love songs

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… both classical and popular symphonic music with the theme of love. Classical works will include the overture to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera, "The Marriage of Figaro," the wedding march from Felix Mendelssohn's … from Rodgers and Hammerstein's immortal Broadway production of "The King and I," music from the epic film "Titanic," and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/267

WMU commits to strategic initiatives to enhance student, faculty and staff well-being under global charter

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… by Deanne Puca on President Montgomery says the signing of the Okanagan Charter reaffirms the University community's … Western, including the physical, social and mental wellness of students, staff and faculty. President Edward Montgomery … framework for institutions to embed health into all aspects of campus culture and to lead health-promotion action …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73324