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Western advances White House COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge

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… universities across the state in responding to the needs of our students, faculty and staff," says WMU President … testing and on-campus vaccination availability. Because of this, Western is looking forward to a near-normal fall, with some 75% of classes returning to in-person instruction. Vaccination …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64769

Wind turbine installation elevates sustainable energy opportunities at Western

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… a refurbished wind turbine be installed outside the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The winds of change are powering new opportunities for engineering …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73494

Delia Dohm’s curiosity guides her to success as the first WMU student in new co-op program

Haworth College of Business

… A supply chain management senior in the Haworth College of Business, Dohm of New Lenox, Illinois, had the opportunity to intern with … work experience. As a student tester for the pilot run of the WMU x Perrigo co-op program, Dohm was responsible for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74490

Fieldwork in Alaska: Students bring mobile tax preparation to residents

Haworth College of Business

… and Noah Hahn. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In an extreme example of taking learning outside of the classroom, 10 Western Michigan University students … returns for Alaskan communities. Sponsored by philosophy professor Dr. Fritz Allhoff, the trip took volunteer teams who …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75147

Finding fun in Sydney Wade’s future

Haworth College of Business

… from her youth into the classroom.  “ I come from a family of entrepreneurs and have been surrounded by business … been become stronger while at Western. With the influence of Dr. Bernard Han, professor of business information systems , she continues to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70155

Winter recess 2022-23 hours announced for campus offices, facilities

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… Winter recess 2022-23 hours announced for campus offices, facilities Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Most Western Michigan University offices will observe the 2022-23 winter recess from Friday, … will close or operate on limited hours through the start of spring semester.  Residence halls reopen at 10 a.m. on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70116

All WMU campuses close early Wednesday, Feb. 22, due to severe weather

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… at  1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 22 , for the remainder of the day due to an ice storm in the area. This article … SINCE 1999 1999, Jan. 4-5—Heavy snowfall delayed the start of spring semester. 2000, Nov. 21-22—Thanksgiving recess began Tuesday because of snow. 2006, Dec. 1—An ice storm downed trees and caused …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70872

Lillie Foland is a project prodigy

Haworth College of Business

… “What I didn’t realize was how much I would grow as a professional throughout my college experience. I have learned the true importance of listening and how to be solution - driven by fitting the needs of customers.”   Starting with her first year at Western, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71275

Updated: Precautionary boil water advisory in effect for three campus buildings

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… in effect for all three buildings until further notice. WMU officials in charge of the affected buildings are keeping residents and users of the buildings informed of developments as necessary. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4142

Campus office hours released for Thanksgiving recess

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… Campus office hours released for Thanksgiving recess Submitted by … . Classes resume at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 30. Some WMU offices will close or operate on limited hours Thursday … below are Thanksgiving Day hours for selected University offices and services. Faculty, students and the public are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62015