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WMU named 'Best for Vets' for fifth consecutive year

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… its 2015 "Best for Vets" list of colleges and universities. With a ranking of No. 75 this year—up five spots from last … as well as whether the institution accepts the American Council on Education recommendations on credits for … two partners--Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Kellogg Community College. This was the first VetSuccess program …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20247

Trustees approve plan simplifying WMU's tuition pricing model

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… trustees. Under the new structure, which goes into effect with the fall 2021 semester, the value and affordability of … based on residency status and class-level classification. With the updated approach to pricing approved by trustees … and enrollment fee rolled into tuition—put Western in line with Michigan's other 14 public universities, which all …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/64027

Campus volunteers needed for Kalamazoo Marathon

Community Partnerships

… offices are welcome to sign up to host an excitement zone with or without a theme. All volunteers will receive a complimentary …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45675

University Symphony Orchestra concert to feature folk melodies

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… is free and open to the public. The concert will begin with "Dance of the Yao People," composed in 1952 by Liu … popular work contains melodies reminiscent of Native American modalities and African American spirituals. It was composed in 1893 during …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27850

Southwest Michigan slates Chávez dinner, awards program

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… the Fetzer Center at Western Michigan University. It begins with a reception at 6 p.m. followed by the dinner at … the world's largest higher education initiative for foster youth, and he is the only higher education professional to … Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth. Thomas K. Thornburg and Farmworker Legal Services , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14270

WMU earns sixth Tree Campus designation, finds rare tree species

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… left in the front row, and Todd Barkman, in the red shirt, with students, alumni and volunteers in front of the large … special concern in the state and also are protected under Canada's Species at Risk Act. Botany students make big … trees on its main campus, plus almost 180 acres of tree canopy at its Parkview Campus and Asylum Lake and Kleinstuck …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13807

New scholarship honors WMU graduate's life-changing mentor

College of Arts and Sciences

… of renewable energy technologies. The scholarship, begun with a $10,000 endowment, was officially announced during a … Akhavan-Tafti ended up at a school in Indiana, where he struggled to acclimate to his new surroundings. He contacted … the WMU Department of Chemistry faculty played a significant role in his life and career, as well. Having supported …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36667

WMU among grant winners recognized at 'Americas' summit

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… Fence students and faculty members gather for a group photo with migrant farm workers in Van Buren County, Michigan. … in the Americas Innovation Fund grant will allow for significant expansion of the Both Sides of the Fence study abroad … and its impact on personal and community health. Both Mexican and U.S. students will learn, live and work together in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23193

Famous writer, director to speak as part of Humanities Center season

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… numerous awards, including honors from the Academy of Canadian Cinema, Hot Docs, Rendez-vous du cinema québécois, … will describe their recent experience of working together, with Nuha offering insight into what it means to be a … share insights into the rewards and challenges of working with groups and organizations in order to get meaningful …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31505

Randy Brecker joins WMU jazz ensembles in Grand Rapids showcase

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… at WMU's Grand Rapids campus and round out their evening with this world-class jazz showcase. Tickets are $20 general … for school children of all ages to touring and recording with artists including Randy Brecker, Bobby McFerrin, Stefon … clinician, Randy Brecker continues to influence and inspire young musicians around the world. For more information about …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35442