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Longtime academic libraries professional will become dean at WMU

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… Garrison KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A longtime information specialist with an extensive background in meeting the research and … Timothy Greene . "That experience and her ability to engage with faculty, staff and students led to her emergence as a superb candidate during our national search to fill this position. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29088

Trustees to meet at WMU-Grand Rapids Beltline location

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… and endorsed by West Michigan's Talent 2025, is working with 150 schools in the region to improve student … education needs. She'll outline partnerships with Aquinas College and Forest Hills Public School, the new … Partnership Lab in downtown Grand Rapids and work with educators, nonprofits, government entities and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45700

Western Herald editor wins prestigious national journalism fellowship

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… junior journalism major from Tecumseh, is one of just eight young journalists from across the nation selected for the … sixth year. It is designed to match the journalism fellows with seasoned mentors while they conduct research and … March 16-18. The trip will include Capitol Hill meetings with elected officials and staff members as well as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45225

Bronco football headed to Famous Idaho Potato Bowl

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… in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl. Representing the Mid-American Conference, the Broncos will face Football Bowl Subdivision independent opponent Brigham Young University at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 21 , Eastern Time, … This year, WMU's football team finished the regular season with a 7-5 overall and 5-3 MAC record .  The Broncos closed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50541

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

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

Sales and business marketing earns national top program accolades

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… 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 99% of these … enhanced ability to pinpoint areas for student improvement with detailed notes embedded in videos of the exercises. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61874

Student's award-winning film captures peer's never-give-up spirit

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… stories on film. Johnson Simon does wonderful things to canvas with paint. Their two passions converge in Billings' … time, it showcases Billings' talent for storytelling. As a youth, cruelly and frequently teased because of his …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32044

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

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