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Nominations sought for three prestigious campuswide awards

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Members of the Western Michigan University community are invited to nominate faculty and staff members for three …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30626

Generous gift expands University art collection

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… on More than 200 of John Kollig's paintings and drawings are now part of the University art collection. John Kollig looks at the … this sense of giving … whether you're a musician or dancer, whatever creative endeavor." Kollig's work will be featured …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63282

WMU launches climate crisis-inspired writing competition

Sustainability

… a reasonable fear of global apocalypse haunts us all. Whether we feel hope or despair—or hope in despair—the climate … change, poets, fiction writers, essayists and playwrights are encouraged to submit original work. “One invaluable gift … undergraduate and graduate winners include: First place: $500 Second place: $300 Honorable mention: $100 Entries are

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66950

Free Seed Library now available at Waldo Library

University Libraries

… gardeners or growers with limited space. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— The University Libraries is growing something new this … plots and starting their seeds. The Seed Library will offer 57 varieties of vegetables, flowers, herbs and other seeds … to collect free seed donations and package them to be shared with community growers. “Seed libraries are intended to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75205

Waldo Library's lower level reopens Jan. 9 with updates, new layout

University Libraries

… Michigan University students will enjoy a refreshed study area in Waldo Library's lower level when the space reopens on Monday, Jan. 9 . The floor closed in … going to love the new space," says Julie Garrison , dean of University Libraries. "It feels brighter and more modern …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70135

Medieval historian first to be honored for second time with prestigious Medieval Institute book prize

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… Otto Gründler Book Prize . This time around, she received the honor for her newest book, which has implications for … which comes with a $1,000 cash prize, was announced at the 57th International Congress on Medieval Studies held … contribution to the field. Authors from any country are eligible, and nominations are accepted from readers and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68097

Renowned dance company coming to Miller Auditorium

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… Auditorium Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tickets are on sale and group discounts are available. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The talented dancers of Ailey II will take the stage at … by Meijer. Tickets are on sale now and range from $25 to $45. They can be purchased online at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26107

Festival provides chance to explore Chinese and East Asian culture

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The fourth annual China Festival at Western Michigan University will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, in WMU's Student Recreation Center. … "There is a trend that more and more people—non-Chinese—are interested in Chinese language and culture." Festival …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/42972

Nominate colleagues for spring 2016 staff award

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Nominations for the spring round of Western Michigan University's semiannual Make a Difference awards are due Sunday, Feb 28 . Make a Difference is a campuswide … spring, semiannual awards are presented to a maximum of 15 people. Those selected for the accolade receive a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/29874

Two WMU faculty engineers garner MEDC funding for early-stage work

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… impact and 3-D printing of complex machined parts are the focus of work by two members of Western Michigan … Grant Fund in its first round of funding of nearly $335,000 to five early-stage technology projects within …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43887