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WMU brings research university resources to Grand Rapids compact

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… to not only enhance the number of Grand Rapids citizens with college credentials but also to ensure that every … State University. Together, the presidents pledged to work with the city and the Grand Rapids Public Schools to … underrepresented populations. The effort begins with students who graduated from GRPS in 2013 and 2014, with

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18905

Duo earns top honors for retention program

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… Business Education Award program sponsored by the MidAmerican Business Deans Association. Geralyn Heystek , director … an academic recovery course designed to provide students with needed support in various areas of study and a system … Students who took the academic recovery course were significantly more likely to get back into good standing or stay at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18324

WMU honors students shine in STAR Awards

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… received the college volunteer award for her work with Ascension Borgess Health. A group of 2013 Medallion … group award for their three-year mentoring project with Milwood Middle School students, Future Leaders of … have focused on engendering a college-going attitude with the students in addition to tutoring the same student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39986

Trustees approve next step in establishing a Florida presence

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University will take a significant step forward in establishing an academic presence in … move paves the way for the University to continue forward with an initiative in the Punta Gorda area that would: … Gaymer said, a number of other disciplines could be suggested for delivery by WMU. Those recommendations would be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27594

Michigan State Geographic Bee to return to WMU's Fetzer Center

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… year. KALAMAZOO—For the 10th straight year, just over 100 young geography buffs from across the state will descend on … This year's event is Friday, March 31 , and will bring the young semi-finalists from schools across the state and their … 29th year. Bees held statewide Bees were held in schools with fourth- through eighth-grade students throughout the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/39017

Theatre, musical performances in spotlight at medieval congress

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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Special events affiliated with Western Michigan University's 52nd International … are $15 for general admission and $10 for any student with identification for evening shows. For the Saturday … and engaging theatrical event. Thursday, May 11 "Leaf-by-Niggle," presented by the University of Maryland, and "Cooch …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39852

Sky Broncos tie for fifth in 2024 national flight competition

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… able to accomplish this season. We finished tied for fifth with the United States Air Force Academy out of 31 schools … path to the top five had some turbulence. “We were faced with several challenges during the practice season, … of our season. Everyone on the team showed up every day with a good attitude and ready to work hard and the results …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75622

Western alumnus honored by Chamber for ‘making our community stronger’

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… and executive director of the WMU Foundation, talks with Kalamazoo business person and alumnus Daniel May. Left … and celebrating business leaders who have made a significant impact on the community during the past year. “Jamauri … lounge, and Adam McFarlin , M.M.’08, owner of Kalamazoo Candle, as contenders for the award’s inaugural year. “The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69411

Football Broncos earn first ever national ranking

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU football team with head coach P.J. Fleck KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A 49-10 win … University and the chance to take home the rivalry's Cannon Trophy for the third straight time was just the start … Following the win at Mt. Pleasant in the Battle for the Cannon, the Broncos, led by head coach P.J. Fleck , were …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35536

Bronco gymnasts boast eighth highest GPA in the nation

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… 15 nationally. The team had the highest GPA among Mid-American Conference institutions and were one of three MAC teams … including nine returners to the 2016 roster. Kayla Weber of Canton led the team with a perfect 4.0. She is entering her senior season and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26051