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Invisible Need Project changes, broadens some services in response to pandemic

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… has broad-ranging impacts, and it's taking a toll on all of us—physically, emotionally and financially. The Invisible … students have their basic needs met, is broadening some of its services to accommodate these new challenges. … their family and don’t have a local support net outside of the University,” says Kelly Reed , committee chair of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58738

Brookings Inst. fellow to address Great Recession in Sichel talk

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… month when he visits Western Michigan University as part of the 2014-15 Werner Sichel Lecture Series. Dr. Donald Kohn … earned a doctoral degree in economics from the University of Michigan and is a 40-year veteran of the Federal Reserve System, serving on the Board of

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21736

Business students selected to receive 2014-15 scholarships

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU's Schneider Hall, home of the Haworth College of Business KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Twenty-nine business students … University have received major scholarships in recognition of their outstanding character and academic excellence. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16680

In Memoriam, winter 2024

W Magazine

… , BA ‘71, Oct. 14, 2023, Kalamazoo, MI Patricia Sue Meekhof , BA ‘71, BS ‘71, MA ‘84, Nov. 14, 2023, Richland, MI … Oct. 27, 2023, Watervliet, MI Emeriti Seamus Cooney , professor emeritus of English, Dec. 10, 2023, Kalamazoo, MI Thomas E. Coyne , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74821

Kalamazoo Literacy Council, WMU celebrate 10th annual literacy symposium

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… on Friday, Dec. 8, from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. in the College of Health and Human Services. This event is free and open to … for learning and collaboration, providing attendees with valuable insights into the world of adult education. The Edison: “EDucation IS ON” initiative …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73301

Theatre students stage Tony Award-winning musical 'Hairspray'

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… April 21, at 2 and 8 p.m. "Hairspray" follows the story of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair, big dance … dance to conquer racial divides. Jay Berkow, associate professor of theatre, will direct the all-student cast, which …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/333

International Education Week 2019 brings the world to WMU

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Mich.—Western Michigan University's annual celebration of International Education Week, Monday through Friday, Nov. … knowledge represented on campus with a weeklong series of events. The week is comprised of numerous free or low-cost events on WMU's campus that aim …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56557

Trustees approve recent retirements, resignations

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The retirements of four faculty members and nine staff members were approved by the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees during its Dec. 18, 2014 , meeting. Trustees also signed off on six faculty resignations as well as the return of one …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21134

Focusing on the basics with aerospace engineer Adam Houtman

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… but also something Western Michigan University's College of Engineering and Applied Sciences faculty incorporate into the curriculum. “Our professors emphasized the why and how behind solving … also has helped Houtman's career.  "I have shared love of aviation with Dr. G. His teaching left a big impact on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67553

WMU trustees to meet in special session focused on presidential selection

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… . KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees will meet in special session Wednesday, April 12 , to consider selection of the ninth president of the University. Gathering at 11 a.m. for a special formal …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39290