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Edwin Ryba obituary

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… University staff member, died Sept. 22 . He was 84. Ryba, of Bangor, Mich., retired in 1989 as assistant chief engineer for television in the Division of Academic Services after 24 years of service to the University. He was a WMU Sky Bronco as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1858

First increase in fines for parking violations since 1998

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO--Meeting Feb. 29, the WMU Board of Trustees moved to increase rates for campus parking … $15 for a parking meter violation and $25 for other types of parking violations. The effective date of implementation will be later this year after the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/231

Finding opportunity amid crisis: Preparing teachers for a strong future

W Magazine

… abruptly transitioned to distance education in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, access to the internet was a … the gap, doling out laptops or tablets to students and offering mobile Wi-Fi in some areas. What to do with the … Jennifer Hinga, a high school teacher and recent graduate of the master’s degree program in literacy studies. That …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63902

WMU to recognize top four staff members for 2011-12

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… assigned responsibilities to give generously and creatively of their time and talents, making the University an even … Awardees Myra L. Currie , parking clerk in the Department of Public Safety Christin Fawley-Zehner , first cook in the … , academic advisor in Extended University Programs Each of the four will receive a $1,200 before-tax prize and be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1646

Western Michigan University Asian Initiatives presents 2024 Spring Gala celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

International Student and Scholar Services

… by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Prepare for an afternoon of cultural delight as Western Michigan University Asian … Islander Heritage Month, promises a diverse showcase of Asian cultures, featuring captivating performances and … alongside fun," says Jingcai Chen , program coordinator of Asian Initiatives. "Indian folk dances and Japanese Taiko …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75138

WMU board to welcome new trustees, elect leadership Thursday

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.−The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees is set to welcome new trustees with a … Gretchen Whitmer earlier this month, James L. Liggins Jr. of Kalamazoo and Kara Wood of Grand Rapids will be taking the oath of office. Judge …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74450

Award-winning Euclid Quartet performs

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… Luis Vargas and Si-Yan Darren Li--represent four continents of the world, inspiring programs that celebrate the group's … at the door and through the Miller Auditorium Ticket Office at millerauditorium.com/som , (269) 387-2300 or (800) 228-9858. The Feb. 1 performance is part of the Dalton Wed@7:30pm: Live and Interactive concert …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/88

New music concert features student ensemble

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… a Wire will premiere "Biodiversity," a composition by WMU professor Christopher Biggs. WMU professor of voice Carl Ratner and pianist Raymond Harvey, music …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4475

Two Broncos earn preseason All-MAC volleyball honors

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… blocker Jessica Brown and sophomore setter Terin Norris - of the Western Michigan University volleyball team earned … First Team All-MAC selections, and they are the only pair of teammates named to the six-player Preseason All-MAC West roster. Last season, WMU was one of three schools in the conference to secure an at-large bid …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1310

Fifteen engineering societies join to celebrate Engineers Week

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… with Western Michigan University for the 61st observance of National Engineers week, an annual event organized by … societies to increase public awareness and appreciation of engineers and their work. WMU and the Southwest Michigan … a program at WMU's College of Engineering and Applied Sciences on the Parkview Campus focusing on several specific …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/134