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WMU alumni create educational opportunities for Kalamazoo refugees

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… in their chairs, six teenagers sit in a circle listening to a story. A volunteer teacher gestures to the book, … volunteers stand together. The Summer Enrichment Program was initiated by Western Michigan University alumni Jeremy Goldman , Neena Marion and Ann Feldmeier , along with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54617

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in December

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Submitted by Korey Force on Retired WMU professor and sculptor Albert LaVergne will discuss his second Fulbright … engagement opportunities in December. Highlights include a Kwanzaa celebration, various art exhibits, performances and … African and Caribbean styles of movement. First class is always free, $10 for non-members; open to the public. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/44054

Miles, Zeng honored with Distinguished Service Awards

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… Miles, Zeng honored with Distinguished Service Awards Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Drs. Ann … with Western Michigan University's Distinguished Service Award during a ceremony Thursday, Oct. 7 . “One of higher education’s most important contributions to society is conducting work that advances the public good …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65824

WMU Signature awarded for outstanding innovation

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… WMU Signature awarded for outstanding innovation Submitted by Erin Flynn on … acclaim. WMU Signature received the Innovative Program award at the NASPA Region IV-East annual conference. "WMU … the classroom," says Dr. Evan Heiser , the program's director. "They're getting engaged, they're exploring their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56585

Red Wings defenseman Danny DeKeyser scores goal of graduating from WMU

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… receives his bachelor's degree from WMU President Edward Montgomery during summer commencement. KALAMAZOO, … he experienced while walking across the stage at Miller Auditorium Saturday, June 29 , to receive his diploma. "There … in the NHL. I think it's special," says Murray. "It's a testament to his family as well. I don't think there was a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54118

Honoring resilience: The significance of Indigenous Peoples Day in Michigan

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… Michigan University recognizes the resilience and historical contributions of Native Americans to the … Western's new Native American Affairs Council. The council was established to support and build upon the strengths of … celebrate the peoples and the lands upon which this country was built?" The focus of Indigenous Peoples Day is both to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65903

54th annual Concerto Concert features student soloists

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… 54th annual Concerto Concert features student soloists Submitted by Anonymous … of Bruce Uchimura, will present the 54th annual Concerto Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 14 , in Miller Auditorium. Featured soloists are the winners of the 2013 School …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6296

Avis M. Sparks obituary

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… Michigan University staff member, died March 11 . She was 92. Sparks was hired full time by WMU in 1967 and retired in 1984 after more than 16 years of service to the University. At the time of her retirement, Sparks was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6512

Recruitment events ongoing for campus fraternities

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… Sports Day, Kick-off and Info Night, two nights of house tours, and will end with a Fraternity Open House at the … on WMU's campus. The purpose of Interfraternity Council is to ensure cooperation among member fraternities, promote academic success among member chapters, to enforce policies for the betterment of the Greek …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9188

Alumna honored as bobsled athlete

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… alumna and former Bronco volleyball player Katie Eberling was voted this month as the U.S. Bobsled and Skeleton Federation Women's Bobsled Athlete of the Year by coaching staff. She was honored Aug. 11 at a ceremony held at the Conference …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8689