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Students picking up litter, raising funds to preserve Great Lakes

News

… at the entrance of Holland Harbor near Holland State Park GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—Students from Western Michigan … with the cleanup and learn more about keeping beaches and water pollution-free. According to the Rochester Institute … for the Make-a-Wish Foundation and the Michigan city of Watervliet. Learn more about WMU-Grand Rapids . For more WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47683

Taking Off with Tom Deckard - An Aviation Life Fulfilled

College of Aviation

… a young high school student, his infatuation with aviation was sparked after meeting a group of pilots at the local … in physics.  With his degree complete from WMU, Deckard set his sights on his original goal – becoming a pilot for … Along with his love for Nancy, his two daughters and six grandchildren, three boys and three girls ages 8-14, have …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2013/09/deckard

Aviation the Apogee Way: Pascal Paffhausen and Austin Harper are the Dynamic Duo

College of Aviation

… Aviation the Apogee Way: Pascal Paffhausen and Austin Harper are the Dynamic Duo … Hudson River between New York skyscrapers, flying over the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley, the endless sunsets.  The weather is always sunny and beautiful above the …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/01/apogee

With a fellow Bronco in her corner, 2025 grad makes off-Broadway debut in ‘Heathers’

Theatre

… With a fellow Bronco in her corner, 2025 grad makes off-Broadway debut in ‘Heathers’ Submitted by Emily Duguay on 2025 … Western graduate Aniya Thompson celebrated her off-Broadway debut in ‘Heathers: The Musical’ on July 8. (Photo by … made up her mind about working with Martin before she ever set foot in the rehearsal room. “I immediately texted Brian …

https://wmich.edu/theatre/news/2026/07/wmu-alumna-aniya-thompson-off-broadway-debut-heathers

University celebrations planned for upcoming graduates

News

… students of color at WMU. The Celebration of Excellence , set for 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Bernhard Center's North … This event is for main campus social work graduates only. Grand Rapids and Southwest locations will host separate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52659

Severe weather closes WMU on Thursday, Feb. 25

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… When the main campus closes, WMU-Battle Creek and WMU-Grand Rapids close as well. Other regional locations housed … Student Employee of the Year and Supervisor of the Year awards is canceled but rescheduled for Monday, Feb. 29. The Winter Gala dance concert set for 7:30 p.m. tonight will go on as scheduled. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30604

Spring registration under way for low-cost Chinese culture courses

News

… Spring registration under way for low-cost Chinese culture courses Submitted by … (session I) and March 12 to April 16 (session II). Can-Do Kitchen, 511 Harrison St., Kalamazoo. Tuition: $60. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/37

WMU's Beltline students moving downtown during building renovation

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… of the WMU Graduate Center-Beltline computer lounge GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—Downtown Grand Rapids will see an influx of Western Michigan … updated space and accommodations, we're looking forward to creating a more productive work environment for our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20669

Agreement speeds up time it takes GVSU students to earn master's degree

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… Memorial Chapel ALLENDALE, Mich.—A partnership between Grand Valley State University and Western Michigan … of students who pursue graduate study in a traditional way. The agreement, WMU 4+1 and GVSU, was signed March 29 in Allendale by WMU President Edward …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53604

Two hired to boost publications and marketing capacity

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… and marketing functions of the University. Paula M. Davis was named editor of WMU Magazine, effective May 21, and … potential of this University," says Cheryl P. Roland, executive director of university relations. "They are both … West Michigan native, Davis earned an associate degree from Grand Rapids Community College before continuing on to earn …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/632