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WMU partnership boosts aviation maintenance instruction, experience

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… with AAR, a global provider of aviation services, is expected to enhance instruction for students studying to become … in careers as aircraft maintenance technicians. Under this first-of-its-kind program for aviation maintenance, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49917

Trustees OK 2013-14 tuition rates, student-initiated fees

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… University Board of Trustees approved recommendations to increase both tuition and required fees for 2013-14 in a … price," President John M. Dunn says. "Everything we do is focused on preserving both that academic quality and the … said, "we are able to offer a true measure of where the biggest 'bang for the buck' is to be found in higher …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7608

Host families sought for international students

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The Center for English Language and Culture for International Students is seeking Western Michigan University employees to host international students through its homestay program … in the program. For more information, call Barb Curley, homestay coordinator, at (269) 217-9094. Contact: …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/313

Three engineering students receive $3,000 scholarships from Institute for Transportation Engineers

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… Institute for Transportation Engineers, Tim Haagsma, director of traffic and safety for the Kent County (Michigan) Road Commission, presented $3,000 scholarship awards to WMU civil and … in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. “The scholarship has shown me that I’m viewed as someone who has potential in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70702

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute appoints new director

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… Osher Lifelong Learning Institute appoints new director Submitted by Deanne Puca on Dr. Toni Woolfork-Barnes … has named a new director to lead the institute, which is a University-based, community volunteer program designed … "I feel privileged to have been a part of making WMU a showcase for lifelong learning in Southwest Michigan," says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52789

Exhibit curated by Lauren Rosati on display at the Richmond Center

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… Exhibit curated by Lauren Rosati on display at the Richmond Center Submitted by Anonymous (not … on A piece from the exhibit "Make/Do: Contemporary Artists Perform Craft" KALAMAZOO— Lauren Rosati , a Brooklyn-based curator and writer, curated the exhibit "Make/Do: Contemporary …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/12/12437

WMUK station head featured on NPR's Friday StoryCorps segment

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… WMUK station head featured on NPR's Friday StoryCorps segment Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … Western Michigan University's public radio station, WMUK, is slated to be the interview subject on National Public … a conversation between Bolar and StoryCorps founder David Isay. In the segment, the pair share a story aimed at noting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3155

WMU dean chosen for YWCA of Kalamazoo award

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… Michigan University's Dr. Margaret Merrion is one of five recipients of 2013 YWCA Women of Achievement … Award Celebration at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 , at the Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites in Kalamazoo. She shares the … recipients: Jeanne Baraka-Love, founder and director of Ujima Enterprises Willie Mae Pierson, a self-employed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7014

Wind and percussion musicians featured at annual festival

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… Music at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 13 , in WMU's Miller Auditorium and Dalton Center Recital Hall. Spring Conference is a daylong event presented each year to "promote the … of quality wind and percussion music." The event is free and is open to music educators, high school and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/39019

Kalamazoo Film Society presents 'The Sapphires'

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on "The Sapphires" will be shown at the Little Theatre July 19-21. KALAMAZOO—The … 9:30 p.m. Saturday; and 2:30, 5 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5. Inspired by a true story, "The Sapphires" follows four vivacious, young and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8063