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Gifts to WMU up sharply for fiscal year 2011-12
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… in private gifts to Western Michigan University during the recently completed 2011-12 fiscal year. Including cash, … received, on behalf of the University, a total of $41,575,189 for the fiscal year that ended June 30. The amount … an increase of $29,446,110, or more than 240 percent, compared to the total for the 2010-11 fiscal year. Gift records …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1195
Fraternity camping out to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity
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… , to raise funds for Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity. The campout will take place at the Campus Flagpoles, located … for Humanity and make a donation. Last year, ATO raised $3,500 for Habitat and this year the goal is to raise more. … is designed to remind students on campus that while we are the privileged few who can attend college, not everyone …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/167
Fashion history instructor uses expertise to restart archival project
College of Education and Human Development
… favorite garments is a 1920s flapper dress. Garments in the collection span over three centuries. Cooper's History … for long term preservation. Included in the collection are fashion accessories, like women's hats. Cooper holds a … decades." Ella Nelson holds a women's sweater from the 1950s. In addition to being storage, the Historical Garment …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73074
New WMU T-shirt benefits student scholarship
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… by Deanne Puca on Design of T-shirt for sale KALAMAZOO—The Western Student Association is selling a special T-shirt … and organizational communication senior, retail for $15 after tax, with $1 going to the fund. This is the second … by the WSA as a spirit-building campus initiative. They are available at Underground Printing in the Campus Pointe …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7423
WMU programs recognized by national diversity magazine
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… diverse or disadvantaged businesses and increasing campus awareness about inclusiveness — received acclaim from a … magazine. WMU was one of 90 institutions from around the nation named an annual Higher Education Excellence in … program is a merit-based scholarship established in 2015 for students who are high achieving despite having …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61244
Shred unwanted documents at free campus event
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… Michigan University students, faculty and staff are encouraged to “get their shred on” by participating in a free campuswide … 2 p.m. in Lot 41 near Sangren Hall. A truck with several 95-gallon containers will be provided by Data Guardian for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31212
WMU offers summer writing workshops for teachers, kids
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… young writers with a popular summer camp opportunity. The Third Coast Writing Project, part of the National … development for teachers since 1994. More than 350 teachers have completed its flagship program, the … and teachers. The enrollment fee is $150. Applications are due by Friday, May 24. Workshops for teachers …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5567
Wind turbine installation elevates sustainable energy opportunities at Western
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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Bronco Wind Team members braved the cold to watch a refurbished wind turbine be installed … Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The winds of change are powering new opportunities for engineering students at … to 12 teams in January 2024. Those finalists will receive $15,000 to complete their projects and build a prototype …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73494
New collaborative home for student organizations at Western encourages engagement, boosts belonging
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… engagement, boosts belonging Submitted by Erin Flynn on The Student Organization Center is positioned at the front of the new WMU Student Center, giving it high visibility and … of Student Engagement . "A lot of different organizations are going to be in (the Student Organization Center), so …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72511
Night Ranger, Hoobastank headline Greek festival
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… Hoobastank will be featured alongside traditional Greek fare at the 36th annual Kalamazoo Greek Festival Thursday through … and admission is free until 4 p.m. Thursday admission is $5 from 4 to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday admission is $5 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/471