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Visiting professor to discuss lessons from Arab Spring

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… 2011-12 Minerva Chair at the National Defense University in Washington, D.C., shed new light on secularity and the role … and the forthcoming book "Islam Betrayed? The Making of Modern Islam and World Politics." Power and Publics Series The Power and Publics Series was inspired by the 2012 elections. The humanities center …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4770

Western leads NSF-funded, multi-university research into ancient rocks

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… of Michigan and Grand Valley State University have been awarded a three-year, $420,830 grant from the U.S. National … the process by which dolomite is formed. The rock was formed in vast amounts in ancient times but sparsely in modern times. Geologists have studied the "dolomite problem" …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65485

Aviation Management leads to Philip Kroll’s One Constant – Change is Part of the Journey

College of Aviation

… by outrage and hatred when he returns.  That drives him away because he realizes that childhood, dreams, and old … at a time when the famed terminal complex was undergoing a modernizing program -- something that was included in a … and met Dean Dave Powell.  "He was extremely welcoming and set me up for a discovery flight.  I was hooked.  I visited …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/03/kroll

Multihyphenate alumna Kelly Burris is a highflyer

W Magazine

… attorney. For the past decade, she has combined those skill sets at her Detroit-based IP law firm. In a unique “fly-to” … she says.  Burris’ vision and hard work have paid off. Her award-winning firm has served more than 600 clients—from individual inventors all the way up to Fortune 50 companies—applying for thousands of …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/alumna-trustee-kelly-burris-profile

Early release Dec. 23 due to campuswide network connectivity issues

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… at wmich.status.io . The University's winter recess is set for Wednesday, Dec. 24, through Friday, Jan. 2 . Normal …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/12/closure-dec-23-2025-network-connectivity-repairs

WMU students claim top spots at DECA competition

Haworth College of Business

… without clearly informing employees about changes to the way performance is being measured . Liam Zoli of Canton, … came in third in professional sales, an event that sets the task for competitors months in advance. Ehlebracht … relatable conversation, exemplifying “Selling the Western Way.”  “Seeing our students compete on an international …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/05/deca-competition-2026

Dance majors present 'Beyond the Hourglass' concert

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… include dances choreographed in contemporary, jazz, post-modern, and hip-hop styles by each of these senior dance …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45893

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in December

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… engagement opportunities in December. Highlights include a Kwanzaa celebration, various art exhibits, performances and … local and social topics. Free and open to the public. Afro-modern dance class —5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at the Rootead … African and Caribbean styles of movement. First class is always free, $10 for non-members; open to the public. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/44054

WMU choirs to present choral showcase

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… DeCormier’s arrangement of the spiritual "Let Me Fly." The set will also include two pieces for men’s and women’s choruses. Cantus Femina’s set, titled "Relationships," explores diverse connections … WMU alumnus Sam Alhadid, among others. University Chorale’s set, "Height and Depth,” illustrates the symbolic and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30275

In Print, summer 2026

W Magazine

… respond to changing legal guidance following the decision. Award-winning author’s new collection explores the life of … Caucus of the American Library Association’s Best Poetry Award —in May 2025 with RIZE Press. The poetry collection … about screen use across home, classroom and childcare settings. The book presents a framework that centers …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/print-summer-2026