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USWNT's equal pay fight echoes challenges of female sports pioneers
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… of female sports pioneers Submitted by Erin Flynn on Borish KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In 1920, American women made a splash … Olympics, including Gertrude Ederle, middle row, second from right. ( ISHOF.org ) Throughout history, Borish says, … several gold medals. "By winning, they came back home and showed that women could succeed in athletics, so that began …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54379
Shirley Bach obituary
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… a frequent speaker and the organizer of presentations and discussions on topics ranging from cloning, genetic screening and end-of-life decisions to organ transplants and health care and research …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45322
Janet E. Stillwell obituary
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… in 2004 after 37 years of service to the University. She is credited with promoting and building arts programs at WMU … She chaired the dance department during three summers from 1972 through 1974 and served as acting chair in … the role of co-producer as well as artistic director of "Showcase Kalamazoo" in Miller Auditorium from 1986 to 1990. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31430
Renowned foreign affairs expert Lawrence Ziring dies at 86
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… Ziring , a Western Michigan University political scientist who was internationally known as a leading expert on … U.S. foreign policy for that region and NATO. He retired from WMU in 2004 as professor emeritus of political science … of the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Soviet Academy of Sciences. In 1990, the Atlantic Council of the United …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25594
Special holiday lunch to be offered on campus
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… and guests to a special Holiday Spectacular dining event from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 , in dining halls across … bake, pumpkin rolls and pecan pie. Cash, Dining Dollars, Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted at the Bernhard Café cash register. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11568
Board signs off on name for new student residence halls
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… residence halls Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Artist rendering of Western Heights KALAMAZOO, Mich—Western … , after the student-suggested name won unanimous approval from University trustees at their Sept. 30 meeting. The two-building residence hall complex is currently under construction and slated for completion in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19403
Japan Foundation Film Series to begin in December
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… begins with a viewing of Samurai Cat on Tuesday, Dec. 3. This film tells the story of an expert swordsman, once a … K-12 schools; hosting lectures, panels and events; and showcasing arts, entertainment and culture from around the world. For more information, visit …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2024/11/film
Area events slated to mark life of Martin Luther King Jr.
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… Luther King Jr. Submitted by Deanne Puca on Onlookers listen to a speaker after the 2014 march to MLK Park. … Elimination competition for middle and high school students from surrounding area school districts. Thursday, Jan. 15 … Kalamazoo College Red Square, corner of Thompson and Academy streets, at 4 p.m.; to MLK Park, corner of Rose Street …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21048
International students at WMU to share their cultures
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… staged around WMU's Main Campus to educate and entertain. This year's week includes events during which attendees can … trivia, see a traditional Japanese comedy performance, listen to an orchestra performance by refugee youth in the … student organizations are invited to provide food from the cultures represented by students in their …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43671
WMU trustees slated to meet in formal session
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… University Board of Trustees will consider items ranging from water main easements for residence hall construction to … at 11 a.m. in 157-159 Bernhard Center , the board also is expected to consider budget and tuition for 2014-15, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16437