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Michigan Geological Survey receives $14 million in funding

College of Arts and Sciences

… dating back to January 26, 1837 —the same day Michigan was admitted as a state. That day, a bill was introduced and … gypsum and many other materials needed in today’s society. After the 1970s recession, the Michigan Legislature reduced … the MGS, a division in the DEQ, sought to transfer the scientific assessment and research functions to WMU. Through …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73664

Two library staff members honored with KARE awards

University Libraries

… Two library staff members honored with KARE awards Submitted by Angela Brcka on KARE award recipients Megan Brown (left) and Angela Brcka (right) … recognized two library employees for outstanding customer service to the Western Michigan University community. Angela …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/09/kare-awards

Do Young Chang obituary

News

… professor of political and social science, died Aug. 3. He was 89. Chang, of Windermere, Fla., joined the WMU faculty … associate professor of social science and retired in 1993 after nearly 22 years of service to the University. He transferred from social …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1312

International alumna brings bold vision to Spring Gala: A full circle moment for an MBA student turned community and corporate leader

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… It is her third time serving in this role. “I’ve always had two hats,” Li says with a laugh. “People at work … became my second hometown,” she says. “I never left. I watched campus change, grow and evolve. Western is a part of … A dual career: Finance by weekday, artistry by weekend After graduation, Li joined Stryker and later Perrigo, where …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/04/karin-li-global-alumna

Sue S. Coates obituary

News

… Resources and Technology, died Friday, June 14. She was 86. Coates retired in 1990 after serving 15 years as chair of what is now the … dietetics, family studies, fashion merchandising, food service administration, teacher education, interior design, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7809

WMU garners $3.6 million in grants in three months

News

… January, WMU trustees learned at their Feb. 27 meeting. Awards for November climbed past $1.1 million, or 31 percent … nearly reached $1.8 million, or 49 percent. January awards accounted for the lowest share at $720,125, or 20 … funded awards past $16 million. Grants for public service Grants for public service outstripped grants for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5446

WMU to purchase Newell Rubbermaid’s facility on Parkview Campus

News

… It will replace WMU’s Physical Plant building, which was built in 1921 and carries approximately $7.6 million in deferred maintenance.   Newell Rubbermaid’s building was completed in 2014. It will become the new home of WMU facilities operations—facilities management, custodial services and maintenance.   The acquisition will support …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/newell-rubbermaid-facility-purchase-parkview-campus

Archaeological project earns state award

News

… Archaeological project earns state award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Members of the … L. Kettner , a videographer and editor with WMU Media Services and an adjunct professor for the University's … Search for Fort St. Joseph: Lessons in History, Culture and Scientific Methodology" (2004), "The Fort St. Joseph …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11236

Dale D. King obituary

News

… faculty member lauded for his teaching, died April 9. He was 88. King joined the WMU faculty in 1957 and retired in 1984 after 27 years of service to the University. He received the Alumni Teaching …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/315

From WMU to the NFL: Emmy-winning alum reflects on ‘transformational’ college experience

News

… on couches with snacks nearby; others pace nervously, waiting for the next big play. Win or lose, pretty or ugly, … making content for the stadium on game day, community service and creating products to promote the organization.”  … put him in a position to lens breathtaking athletic feats. After transferring, Hahn found his footing in both the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/01/detroit-lions-max-hahn-emmy-winning-alum-reflects-on-college-experience