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WMU gets final OK to offer classes in Punta Gorda and Tampa

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… educational institutions in a 19-state region. With the HLC's approval, WMU will be able to move forward with its plans to launch aviation flight science and … programs, each leading to a bachelor's degree, beginning with the 2017 fall semester. The aviation flight science …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38888

Events celebrate LGBT Coming Out Day

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… Oct. 11, will be celebrated at Western Michigan University with a series of activities Monday through Thursday, … polyamorous terms and experiences, as well a discussion with a panel of polyamorous individuals. Wednesday, Oct. 12, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Coming Out with CARES, 1710 Sangren Hall. Office of LBGT Student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35392

WMU staff member among graduates honored by U.S. presidents

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Kavalhuna, pictured with presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush KALAMAZOO, … been traveling to each of the presidential centers to meet with and learn from former presidents, key administration … leadership, develop a network of peers and exchange ideas with mentors and others who will help them make an impact in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33510

Trombone alumnus returns for solo recital

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… past two years, he has performed on a number of occasions with the renowned Cleveland Orchestra, as well as with the orchestras of Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo and Lansing. … Fellow at Michigan State University and bass trombonist with the Battle Creek Symphony. . For more information about …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/45011

Need-based aid hike outpaces 2022-23 tuition increase under WMU board-approved plan

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… investments of the Empowering Futures Gift. Combined with institutional aid, these funds bring an unprecedented … advantage for room-and-board rates in comparison with other Michigan public universities. On-campus apartment … cost for room and board in a traditional residence hall with a 14-meal plan option will be $10,545. Housing costs …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68372

Anonymous donor reveals himself to students who want to be teachers

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… teacher mentors, and individual and group tutoring sessions with WMU faculty and staff. The Future Educator scholarship … manufacturing entities with eight plants in four states and Canada. In 2002, he was honored by the Detroit News as … Program, this year the Foundation is funding 25 $1,000 youth scholarships to high school seniors who are attending …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35533

Education student receives achievement award from YWCA Kalamazoo

College of Education and Human Development

… was one of six recipients who won the YWCA Kalamazoo's 2023 Young Women of Achievement Award. Whitney Lewis, center, with Dr. Kristal Ehrhardt, interim dean of WMU's College of … on May 18 . She was one of six recipients who received the Young Women of Achievement Award at the YWCA Kalamazoo's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71728

$1.5M in grants strengthen WMU's vision rehab and mobility programs

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… States. Over the past 58 years, in close collaboration with state vocational rehabilitation agencies, WMU has been … Department of Blindness & Low Vision Studies. “Most applicants inquire about scholarships at several universities. … U.S.  That should, in turn, ensure a steady stream of applicants and more graduates to face the national shortage. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55979

Spektral Quartet and Mark DeChiazza present new works

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… for the first time, the quartet's program is rounded out with the texturally charismatic "Alchemy" for violin and … visually and theatrically. This new collaboration, with Coons and Spektral Quartet, offers an opportunity for … conceptual and physical development of the work in tandem with Coons' process of shaping and solidifying as a musical …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45969

Labor contract on WMU trustees' meeting agenda Thursday

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… Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A four-year labor contract with the Michigan State Employees Association (MSEA) is on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67851