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Waldo Library to extend hours for end of semester

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… from 11 p.m. until 8 a.m. each day.  The changes were announced by the Western Student Association, which is … before and during final examination week. WSA has partnered with University Libraries in this pilot project, which will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31703

Be a dream chaser: Early childhood education major follows her calling

College of Education and Human Development

… graduate from Western Michigan University in fall 2023, but not everything in her life has been smooth sailing. She lost … the littles. Since losing my mom, my heart has just grown bigger and bigger for children—especially the ones who really … however, the daycare eventually shut down and she was left without a job. Fortunately for her, she had been getting to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69544

Graduating dance students to present 'Tones'

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… Graduating dance students to present 'Tones' Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Performances begin Thursday, April 14. … or (800) 228-9858. The show includes 55 dance majors along with a variety of dance genres such as contemporary, modern, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31510

Some campus offices on reduced hours for the holidays

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… Dec. 24 , through Wednesday, Jan. 1 . Holiday recess begins with the end of fall semester, and some campus services will … For emergencies only, contact WMU Public Safety at 911. For non-emergencies, call (269) 488-8911. Office closings apply to non-represented University employees. Many represented …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57031

Two more students earn prestigious Gilman scholarships

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… students earn prestigious Gilman scholarships Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two Western … experience," Gilman says. "It also provides our students with the opportunity to return home with a deeper understanding of their place in the world, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17186

GVSU-WMU survey shows value of family businesses

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… leaders in West Michigan are committed to the state, with more than 90 percent producing products and services … . "The role family owned businesses play in the local economy is starting to emerge," says Joseph Horak , director of … and 11 percent were in the fourth. These higher numbers suggest a strong commitment of business families to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18128

WMU pilots 'Go West' to compete in decades-old women's air race

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… to compete in decades-old women's air race Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on From left: Elizabeth Howerton and … through 10 intermediate stops to reach New Cumberland with the fastest time. Of the more than 50 teams and … team Howerton , the WMU team's co-pilot, is a senior at WMU with a double major in aviation flight science and aviation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16438

Trustees approve retirements of six faculty, 15 staff members

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… retirements of six faculty, 15 staff members Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The trustees signed off on … All of the faculty members who are retiring are doing so with emeritus status. Their names, positions, years of … 24 years, effective Feb. 28, 2014 Gregg McChesney , skilled trades helper in Facilities …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15541

Area Sustainability Leadership Summit hosted by WMU

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… Summit is free and open to the public. KALAMAZOO—A keynote talk by a national sustainability leader and a panel … public event will begin at 11 a.m. in the Fetzer Center with a panel discussion by southwest Michigan sustainability … additional opportunities for event participants to connect with southwest Michigan sustainability leaders, WMU faculty …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14523

Performer to present free, public program on diversity

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… to present free, public program on diversity Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—A sociologist and … them, and it inspires people to laugh, think and engage with their lives and others more boldly and creatively. Dark … as well as rejection perpetuates trends and stereotypes within society. During her Kalamazoo appearance, she will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14271