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… association again honors WMU professors Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … Dirette , a WMU professor of occupational therapy, and Amy Wagenfeld , who begins her duties at WMU in the spring … in April 2016 in Chicago. Established in 1973, this award recognizes those members who, through their knowledge, …

… nation honored as top-performing green colleges Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU has again been recognized … Tracking System—known as GRITS. The Best of Grits awards recognized: WMU as the large institution with the most … of 18.6 percent. Recognizing great work "The Best of GRITS awards recognize some of the great work that is being done in …

… putting new twist on communicating with patrons Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on A student interacts with Waldo Library's telepresence robot. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A … interacting with patrons of Western Michigan University's Waldo Library. The robot figuratively joined the library …

… highlight tuition-related employee benefits Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … about getting admitted to the University. Immediately afterward, they will be able to attend the admissions office open … child or other designated eligible individual. "We want to help people explore all their options, regardless of …

… assisting in revising University Strategic Plan Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A … from WMU's senior leadership in September. The team is led by Dr. Jody Brylinsky , associate provost for institutional … involved in the strategic planning process in a variety of ways, including by: Participating in a Universitywide survey …

… diversity, encourages cross-cultural interaction Submitted by Deanne Puca on A crowd takes in a 2016 Real Talk event at … opportunity to participate in breakout discussions on the ways in which disability is influenced and impacted by … holds diverse experiences in leadership, will discuss the ways in which different entities can come together to create …

… values celebrated during Homecoming weekend Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Heritage Hall as viewed from … eager to see the interior of the building Kalamazoo has watched re-emerge as "the Acropolis of Kalamazoo." Heritage … since it opened in 1905—just two years after the University was established. Following a 16-month renovation, the …

… to continue service project to honor veterans Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU students clean headstones … busy schedules to clean the headstones is an important way to recognize the sacrifices these individuals made for … both on and off campus." About Fort Custer Fort Custer was named after Gen. George Armstrong Custer, a native of …

… focus of world's medieval scholars on Kalamazoo Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For four … medieval architecture and coins from the Middle Ages to the way the Middle Ages are portrayed in children's literature. … to showcase and invigorate the global heritage of drama, music, dance and performance styles. This year's offerings …

… slated for annual Michigan Autism Conference Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Attendees can register for … Experts will come from across the country and as far away as Germany to talk about the most effective scientifically proven treatments for children with autism. …