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Pianist Christopher Taylor to close WMU's Piano Masters series

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… by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Christopher Taylor will be back in Kalamazoo to perform the last concert on the … to play in Gilmore Festivals throughout the years have been astounding recitals of monolithic works such as Bach's … first half of Taylor's recital will be a journey of American music from Gottschalk through Scott Joplin and Duke …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38566

Candidate forum for local state House seats set for Oct. 5

Government Relations

Candidate forum for local state House seats set for Oct. 5 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Candidates for four Michigan House of Representatives seats … Creek. Candidates 60th District— Rep. Jon Hoadley , incumbent, Democrat; Alex Ross , Republican; and Logan …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34880

Western celebrates summer 2024 graduates earning more than 1,100 degrees June 29

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… vice president for academic affairs, will speak. There will be vignettes on graduate success and a tribute to graduates. All guests, including family members and children of any age, must have a ticket to enter …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75683

Focused on physics, engineering research, doctoral student embraces his passion for service

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… with his expanding interest. “Without question, one of the best academic experiences that I had as an undergrad was … in physics in 2018. Along with his cohort of 54 other Americans, Messecar first spent more than nine weeks learning … were evacuated due to the pandemic, and Messecar returned to Kalamazoo. He again joined Durbin’s research team …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66266

Family and consumer sciences students welcomed back with renovated labs

College of Education and Human Development

… welcomed back with renovated labs Submitted by Chris Hybels on Kitchen supplies are now easily accessible in the … merchandising and design's new computer lab. The walls will be decorated with student work throughout the semester. Before the renovations, food lab supplies were stored in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73254

Carl A. Newton obituary

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… Newton was a firefighter for 40 years, 37 of those being in Galesburg. In addition, he served as mayor of … years. Services Visitation will take place at 10 a.m. and be followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. Friday, May 4 , … the family obituary and a message book . Memorial gifts may be sent to the Galesburg Downtown Development Authority, for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46739

Events at WMU and across community slated to honor King

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… Vietnam War: War as the Enemy of the Poor," 7 p.m. , 208 Bernhard Center. Discussion of the historical perspective … stories, quotes and songs about King and concluding with a candle vigil outside. Tuesday, Jan. 22 "Urban Family Contributions to Risk and Resilience in African American Children," 6 to 8 p.m. , Kalamazoo Public …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4076

Irish Festival features music, food and activities

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… accompanied by an adult. There is no charge for admission between 4 and 5:30 p.m. Friday or 11 a.m. and noon Saturday. Proceeds benefit Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes. Raffle tickets for … Center featuring crafts and games. The Irish American Club of Kalamazoo organizes the annual event, which is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/25102

Registration open for summer lifelong learning classes, trips

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… Early bird registration is underway for institute members. Nonmembers may register starting Tuesday, May 23 , or … Library will teach about how discrimination against an African-American football player helped influence President Ford. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39973

Gerontology expert Page-Robin dies

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… taught were developed and initiated by her. The program became nationally recognized under her leadership. She also … positions in that organization. She was very active as a member of numerous professional associations and held … . Donations may be made in her name to the American Lung Association or Senior Services of Southwest …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21424