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Photographer, activist to bring iconic rock imagery to WMU

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… , Detroit-based photographer, political activist since the 1960s and the Kresge Foundation’s Eminent Artist of … whose music continues to serve as inspiration in defense of what she calls 'our precious democracy,'" says Scott … photographed by Sinclair. Sinclair's iconic photos have appeared in countless newspapers, magazines, books, and LP and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31099

Cantus Femina and Collegiate Singers concert features male vocalists

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… Singers will join forces at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26 , in the University's Dalton Center Recital Hall. The event is … folk song with drum accompaniment. The centerpiece of the concert is "Reasons for the Perpetuation of Slavery" … slavery—even today. In Alexander's own words: "It's about what drives humans to control other people in such an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38182

Former facilities chief Williams dies at 97

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… University for 34 years, retiring in 1980 as director of the WMU physical plant. During his career at WMU, he was involved in dramatic growth of the … development of the land west of Stadium Drive to establish what is now known as WMU's main campus. "While most on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29747

WMU Haworth student turns passion for data into professional success

Haworth College of Business

of Business is setting him up for professional success. The senior from Royal Oak, Michigan, is taking on career-focused experiences and widening his professional … are so many ways to get involved—you just have to find what works for you.” Learn more about  business analytics at …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/business-analytics-kevin-wright-internships-study-abroad

Former development official to discuss climate change's economic impact

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… Former development official to discuss climate change's economic impact … former director general of independent evaluation at the Asian Development Bank will return to campus Wednesday, … will conclude with a reception and light refreshments from 5 to 6 p.m. in 3025 Brown Hall. The panel discussion will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42967

Trustees approve new three-year faculty contract

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… unanimously approved a new three-year labor agreement with the WMU chapter of the American Association of University … tentative agreement approved by trustees was reached Sept. 5 , just as the old contract was set to expire. Union … parts of the agreement include changes to the health care plan design, leave changes that include up to six weeks …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42775

Advisory group named to guide WMU teacher preparation programs

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… programs Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The new council is led by Dr. Ming Li and includes … colleges. KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University's College of Education and Human Development has formed a new advisory … four WMU colleges as well as education professionals from area school districts. The new council is a policy-making …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15625

Miller Auditorium announces 2012-13 Broadway series

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… 2012-13 PNC Broadway in West Michigan Series lineup. Taking the stage this year will be "West Side Story," "Les … Auditorium Ticket Office at (269) 387-2300 or (800) 228-9858 with questions. PNC Broadway in West Michigan Series … the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good makes for what USA Today called "the most complete--and completely …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/359

Longtime advocate, former trustee to receive Western honorary degree

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… Dec. 18 . Acting at its Sept. 17 meeting, Western's Board of Trustees approved a recommendation to honor Miller, … honorary Doctor of Laws degree. A campuswide committee made the recommendation to the board, noting Miller is a "notable … Administration in 1970 and his Juris Doctorate from what is now the WMU Thomas M. Cooley School of Law in 1977. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66599

Netflix co-founder headlines student leadership conference

Haworth College of Business

… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Students at the 2016 Designed to Lead conference KALAMAZOO, … help students succeed in their academic and post-graduate careers. "This year's Designed to Lead conference will be … to learn more about the many facets of leadership and apply what they learn to their lives and careers." The cost of

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/37943