Search

WMU student puts a twist on traditional travel

News

… WMU student puts a twist on traditional travel Submitted by Anonymous (not … of our finger and open our eyes with anticipation as we discovered where we'd be heading on our next imaginary … business and your ideas." Contact: Zack Zagula and Tonya Durlach July 12, 2018 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47918

WMU receives grant to implement summer mentoring program for teachers

College of Education and Human Development

… a summer mentoring program for teachers in area school districts.  Dr. Regena Fails Nelson , chair and professor of … Next Generation of Teachers: WMU Summer Institute, which is designed for teachers in partnering districts to gain coaching skills to mentor new teachers and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46956

Department of Occupational Therapy launches new bachelor's degree program

College of Health and Human Services

… was awarded candidacy for a new occupational therapy assistant bachelor's degree program. In spring 2022, WMU … new Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy students. This exciting new undergraduate program prepares students to … national exam to become certified occupational therapy assistants (OTA). “OTAs are well-paid and according to the U.S. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66759

Innovation, research at Western recognized at Spring Convocation 2023

News

… 21 . “Spring Convocation creates an opportunity to honor distinguished accomplishments of our prestigious faculty members in research, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71371

University Theatre kicks off with story inspired by civil rights movement

News

… inspired by a small but significant moment in civil rights history. "Waiting to be Invited" will open the 2017-18 season … 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8, 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 general admission, $18 for seniors and WMU employees, $10 for students … at wmutheatre.com , by phone at (269) 387-6222, or by visiting the University Theatre Box Office in the main lobby …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42559

Free festival features new plays by Kalamazoo playwrights

News

… formerly Epic Theatre, in downtown Kalamazoo. The event is free and open to the public, and no reservations are … and are not intended for younger audiences, unless otherwise noted. 2018 selected plays "The Alleyway" by Emma … by the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre. "If Henry Didn’t Kill His Wives" by Darcy Sturges, produced by Kalamazoo College …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44704

Chicago-based Kontras Quartet returns for free performance

News

… for a concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27 . The event is free and open to the public. Kontras Quartet Admired for its "superlative artistry," the Kontras Quartet has established an international following for its vibrant and nuanced …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44833

Professor's radio show wins award, additional segments to air

News

… one-hour Michigan Radio show co-produced and hosted by Allison Downey , associate professor of teaching, learning and … In addition to her duties as an education professor, Downey is a musical performer and storyteller. For the episode, she served as storyteller and songwriter, in addition …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7190

Longtime WMU music professor, internationally known composer dies

News

… composer dies Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Curtis Curtis-Smith KALAMAZOO, Mich.-- Curtis Curtis-Smith , an … from organizations around the globe. They included: a Guggenheim Fellowship, an award from the American Academy and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19619

WMU lauded as a top university in third recent national news ranking

News

… released its 2018 college rankings Sept. 12 and once again listed WMU among the top tier of the country's " best national universities ." This is the 27th year WMU has been ranked on the top national …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42544