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Collaboration, teamwork lead to sharp increase in grants to WMU

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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An increase in collaboration and multidisciplinary teamwork has led to a sharp rise in grants to Western Michigan University. Externally funded awards, much … announced at the WMU Board of Trustees October meeting in Grand Rapids. It is roughly $8 million above the $27,179,910 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28716

Business mentors partner with WMU entrepreneurs to pitch products at Innovation Expo

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on WMU students Anthony Huberty and Emily Ekkens work on the Get-A-Grip rock climbing … when face-to-face interaction is limited by the COVID-19 pandemic, Western Michigan University students gained even more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/62845

Gala to showcase enhanced relationship between WMU, Air Zoo

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… relationship between Michigan's premier aviation entities, Western Michigan University will be the presenting sponsor … Zoo's May 16 Science Innovation Hall of Fame Awards Gala and Dinner . The inaugural benefit gala, set for 5:30 to 9 p.m. , will honor science and arts innovation shown by high school students and K-12 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15811

WMU research team wins grant to study impact of speed on crashes

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… Kwigizile KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A team of three researchers from Western Michigan University has been awarded a $161,802 … interstate freeways has had an impact on crash types and severity. The grant was awarded to Drs. Valerian Kwigizile and Jun-Seok Oh , assistant professor and professor, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/33086

WMU honors alumnus, Medal of Honor recipient at Bronco football game

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… of bravery as a U.S. Army medic during the Vietnam War, Western Michigan University graduate James C. "Doc" … has been awarded the Medal of Honor . The retired teacher and coach was conferred America's highest military honor on … psychology from WMU. Ahead of Veterans Day and during Salute to Heroes night at Waldo Stadium Nov. 8, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43734

Officials release early results of stakeholder survey

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… aspirational initiatives being suggested for inclusion in Western Michigan University's revised strategic plan, especially in terms of developing new partnerships and programs that serve WMU's core mission of educational excellence, discovery and global engagement. The University Strategic Plan …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29622

Anthropologist's research expertise showcased in 'Nova' documentary

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… Clark).  (Photo credit: Liesl Clark) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A Western Michigan University faculty member with expertise … professor of anthropology, is among the team of researchers and climbers featured in "Nova: Secrets of the Sky Tombs," … recounts the international team's efforts to understand human settlement in the forbidding landscape of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37588

Football Broncos head to MAC Championship

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… Friday, Dec. 2 KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The No. 13 (AP) ranked Western Michigan University football Broncos will face the … in the AP Top 25, No. 14 in the USA Today Coaches Poll and No. 17 in the CFP poll going into the championship game. … its first MAC Championship since 1988. Ohio is 8-4 overall and 6-2 in the MAC. Tickets for the Marathon MAC …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36749

WMU set to honor two for distinguished service

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A longtime Western Michigan University administrator and faculty member and a counselor who has helped build international student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27354

All things Russian to highlight 20th annual Russian Festival

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… on The Russian Festival will feature music, art, dance and crafts. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Area residents can experience a … Festival from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 , in Western Michigan University's Fetzer Center. The event … immerse themselves in Russian history, music, art, dance and crafts while mingling with people wearing authentic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28235