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From Broadway to Bronco: Incoming music theatre student hits stage in New York City

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… a rising star and selected to share the stage with some of Broadway's brightest in New York, Jack Austin is well on his way to his dream of a performing career. But the Great White Way can wait a … Western Michigan University's program," he says. "It's one of the best in the nation." Western's music theatre …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68788

2023 Arbor Day celebration honors Western's commitment to Tree Campus designation

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… Eckert, certified arborist, and Jeff Spoelstra, director of Western's Office for Sustainability, help plant a pagoda dogwood. … laboratory. Dr. Todd Barkman, professor of biological sciences, incorporates the campus vegetation into his …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71542

Kalamazoo Literacy Council, WMU celebrate 10th annual literacy symposium

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… on Friday, Dec. 8, from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. in the College of Health and Human Services. This event is free and open to … providing attendees with valuable insights into the world of adult education. The Edison: “EDucation IS ON” initiative … to bring together experts and enthusiasts in the field of literacy education. This symposium will be an excellent …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73301

Theatre students stage Tony Award-winning musical 'Hairspray'

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… April 21, at 2 and 8 p.m. "Hairspray" follows the story of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair, big dance … dance to conquer racial divides. Jay Berkow, associate professor of theatre, will direct the all-student cast, which …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/333

Spark for sustainability earns Western professor national electric vehicle award

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… Spark for sustainability earns Western professor national electric vehicle award Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Paul Pancella shows off his converted Honda Civic at the Renew America Roadtrip … event on campus in 2009. As Jeff Spoelstra, director of the Office for Sustainability says, Pancella "built and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69761

Following her father’s footsteps: Lily Zwanka’s breakthrough into food marketing

Haworth College of Business

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Starting her journey in her hometown of Albany, New York,  Lily Zwanka  chose her majors in food … Lily hopes to diversify her perspective on multiple aspects of the food marketing industry in order to grow now and … There are many reasons why Lily is excited to be a part of this field, but the work atmosphere is the most …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69899

West Michigan investment fund secures $21 million for local business community

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… left, Drs. Doug Lepisto and Derrick McIver stand in front of Western's Haworth College of Business. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Sleeping Giant Capital , a … with ties to Western Michigan University's Haworth College of Business, has secured commitments now totaling $21 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64313

Piecing it together: Julia LeKander wins Western's 2023 New York Fashion Week Competition

W Magazine

… by Megan Looker on Julia LeKander won the grand prize of Western's New York Fashion Week Competition with her … as an aspiring designer. The opportunity to attend U of NYFW offers a fantastic glimpse into the endless possibilities …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70891

Cooking with the community: Nutrition students share how to make healthy food taste good

College of Education and Human Development

… Students and community members cook tempeh, a fermented tofu and alternative meat option with a meaty flavor. … members. Smoked tempeh cooked by SDA students and members of the community. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Who knew cooking nutritious meals could be so fun? Members of the community recently joined Western Michigan University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71045

WMU team places in top 3 in national castings competition

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… rounds. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A Western Michigan University team of undergraduate and graduate students was placed in the top three out of 41 universities participating in the 2022 Cast in Steel … Sean Derrick , Ph.D. student in engineering and applied sciences Juan Foo , graduate student in mechanical …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68171