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New rankings put WMU supply chain program at No. 2 in nation

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… program at No. 2 in nation Submitted by Stacey Lowis on Software Advice ranked schools according to program reputation and tech emphasis. … in terms of overall reputation and was one of only four schools possessing both a high technological emphasis and a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21637

Severe weather closes WMU on Thursday, Feb. 25

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… University's campus is closed Thursday, Feb. 25 , because of severe weather conditions in the area. All classes are … colleges will be open or closed depending on the status of the college at which they are located. Check the Extended … Feb. 2—A widespread snowstorm closed WMU and many others schools around the state. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30604

Western spotlights staff who go above and beyond to make a difference

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… by Deanne Puca on Recognizing excellence If you know of a co-worker or staff member who is a Staff Compensation … to be honored for outstanding service to Western, use one of the options below to nominate them for a Make a … out the printable semiannual nomination form . A committee of peers will select award recipients based on your comments …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65004

More than 3,000 expected to flock to WMU for Medieval Congress

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… during the 2013 congress. KALAMAZOO—More than 3,000 of the world's leading academics and others interested in … Thursday through Sunday, May 8-11, to examine all aspects of the period, from music to military, maritime and monastic … Medieval Institute, is the world's largest annual gathering of professional academics, students, performers, enthusiasts …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15598

WMU trustees approve naming BTR road for the late Robert Jones

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… its Jan. 24 meeting, the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees unanimously approved naming a new roadway in phase two of the Business Technology and Research Park in honor of the late community leader Robert B. Jones . Robert Jones …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44980

Former trustee's book sheds light on lobbying

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… a book that gives readers an inside look at the life of a corporate lobbyist from someone who lived it. George Franklin , who retired in 2005 as vice president of worldwide government relations for the Kellogg Co., … with and that has fallen through the cracks of academia. "Schools don't teach government relations, even though every …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20828

Diversity and inclusion speaker coming to campus

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… Building Capacity for Inclusive Excellence" is the topic of a public lecture on Thursday, March 26 , on the campus of Western Michigan University. Dr. Damon Williams , senior vice president and chief education officer of the Boys and Girls Club of America, will speak …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22337

Annual Food Marketing Conference to draw hundreds to Grand Rapids

Haworth College of Business

… conference session Four keynote presentations will be offered: The conference keynote address will feature Fred … Morganthall retired in 2017 as an executive vice president of retail operations at Kroger Co.   Kevin Coupe , founder of Morningnewsbeat.com , will discuss the challenges facing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45339

Student helps theater launch program for visually impaired patrons

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… are laughing or gasping during the show. With the help of a Western Michigan University graduate student, a new … a dual master's degree in WMU's renowned Department of Blindness and Low Vision Studies , will perform live … student Abby Tongue takes notes during a dress rehearsal of "Madagascar—A Musical Adventure JR." at the Kalamazoo …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52232

Former facilities chief Williams dies at 97

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Robert "Herb" Williams of Kalamazoo died Jan. 16 in Battle Creek. He was 97. … University for 34 years, retiring in 1980 as director of the WMU physical plant. During his career at WMU, he was involved in dramatic growth of the University's footprint, including the development of

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29747