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WMU geology efforts lead to national recognition, two publications
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… strands of Western Michigan University geologic research with the publication of two rare special papers—each focused … Oklahoma State University. The volume explores the significant role the Michigan Basin has played in understanding the … and from Wisconsin, Illinois, New York and Ohio. The triggering symposium, Kehew notes, was sponsored by the Great …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46965
Philip E. Kaldon obituary
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… on Philip E. Kaldon Dr. Philip E. Kaldon , who had been with the Western Michigan University Department of Physics … Phil" by his students, Kaldon had a reputation for teaching with enthusiasm and humor. He was dedicated to science … He was a past president of the Michigan Section of the American Association of Physics Teachers, as well as a member of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32904
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
Robert 'Rob' E. Fedorchak obituary
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… to the University. During the Vietnam War, he served with the U.S. Army. Services A memorial service will be held … one hour prior to the memorial service. Graveside services with full military honors will be held at noon Friday, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31797
Miller Auditorium announces 2014-15 Broadway lineups
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… & Hyde Oct. 3 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 4 at 2 p.m.—The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life on stage in this … Christmas classic features the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of … and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15428
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
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
Campus community, area senior citizens preparing for prom night
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… brings together senior citizens from the Kalamazoo area with WMU students and faculty and staff members for a night … and area residents to share an evening of fun and reminisce with current students. The theme for 2016 is "Masquerade" … the Ernest Burnham-Smith Burnham and Henry residence halls with the help of volunteers. Financial assistance is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31071
WMU sales students win team gold and individual honors
Haworth College of Business
… at the University of Toledo Invitational Sales Competition, with one student placing first in individual standings and … Zoeller, of Portage, represented WMU. They were tasked with selling 3M VHB pressure sensitive adhesive tape to a … machine manufacturer, role-playing for 15 minutes per round with groups representing different stakeholders. Demas …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45781
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