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

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… 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

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

Education program ranked third in nation for online master’s degree

College of Education and Human Development

… level by OnlineMastersDegrees.org (OMD). The program earned top honors for overall quality, affordability and commitment to student success. “We’re very proud of this recognition. With its project-based design and flexible … students with opportunities to get a master’s online is only part of our rankings,” adds Kyle Darland , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70815

Rianna Clay-Valdez: Building a career path and leaning into authenticity

Haworth College of Business

… Rianna Clay-Valdez: Building a career path and leaning into authenticity Submitted by Stacey Anderson on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Trial and error—It is one of the best methods of learning. And Rianna … a variety of fields of study, but my skills in analysis and math, paired with my passion for uplifting my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75085

WMU makes 22nd appearance on U.S. News' list of top universities

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… WMU makes 22nd appearance on U.S. News' list of top universities Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … News & World Report. KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University is one of just four Michigan public universities included in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1590

Medieval prayer book newly available online

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… 15th century prayer book for nuns has been digitized and is now available from the medieval manuscript collections of … other early manuscripts. The digitized format allows users to click through pages, interact with metadata using … For more information about the center, contact Paul Howell at (269) 387-4776.   Contact: Dr. Sue Steuer May 7, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7091

Gun Lake Casino topic of Keystone breakfast talk at WMU

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… Gun Lake Casino topic of Keystone breakfast talk at WMU Submitted by … rapid success of Gun Lake Casino will be up for discussion at the next presentation in the Keystone Community … of Business Dean's Office at (269) 387-5050. Parking is available in the nearby Fetzer Center parking lot. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/62

Prescribed burns planned at Asylum Lake Preserve

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… on Asylum Lake Preserve KALAMAZOO--Significant snowfall this year means that prescribed burns in Western Michigan … Asylum Lake Preserve are planned for this month to improve the ecology and aesthetics of the natural area. … working with Wildtype to ensure that during the company's ongoing restoration work, goals outlined in the Asylum Lake …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4937

Staff member recognized as outstanding leader

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… (not verified) on Hernández KALAMAZOO—Diana Hernández, director of Western Michigan University's Division of Multicultural Affairs, was one of five Michiganders … The award is given in recognition of individuals who have shown exemplary leadership in their communities. About Diana …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2317