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Barrier-breaking book program offers new chapter for parents of nonnative English speakers

W Magazine

… of Kalamazoo. Books offer a portal to fantastical worlds and new adventures, allowing children to not only exercise … Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at Western. "They said they were lacking books at home to read … earn her master's degree in TESOL, which she completed in spring 2022, Gutierrez is now able to pay that jackpot …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69835

Ribfest highlighted by musical performances

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… Ribfest has been held for more than three decades and attracts 10,000 people each summer. This year's festival … which works with individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities to empower them to live a … fully inclusive. About Ribfest The event features national and local vendors that sell ribs and chicken in original …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41161

Luminary playwright takes stage in Frostic Reading Series

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… producer of Black Lives, Black Words International Project and resident playwright of Chicago Dramatists, will read … Nov. 2 , in 157-159 Bernhard Center. The reading is free and open to the public. Edmund Edmund earned his bachelor's … in theatre performance from Texas Southern University and his master's in playwriting at Ohio University. Edmund's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43525

Summer celebrations in downtown Kalamazoo start in June

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… artwork, a satirical parade through the streets of downtown and an outdoor concert series kick off summer events Friday … high-quality juried artworks from more than 150 artists; and Art Hop, an evening of art exhibits and events held on the first Friday of every month. Art on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40052

WMU entrepreneur wins Brian Patrick Thomas Award

Haworth College of Business

… provides a portable workspace when working with blueprints and other large documents is the recipient of the third … Entrepreneurial Spirit Award. Amber Delgado , an industrial and entrepreneurial engineering major from Allegan, received … which creates a work surface that allows architects and others to work with large prints in the field. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39643

Students have two chances this month to improve financial literacy

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… help empower students to make informed choices about money and improve their long-term financial wellness. The events are slated for 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 6 , and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 12 , in 1740 Sangren Hall. Both Financial Flings are free and include gift card drawings and prize giveaways. They are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39179

Irish Fest returns to downtown Kalamazoo

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… Mich.—Kalamazoo's 17th annual Irish Fest will be  Friday and Saturday, June 23-24 , at Old Dog Tavern, 402 … Festivities will continue the following day at noon with bands and dancers on outdoor and indoor stages concurrently until …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40413

Local arts administrator to be next speaker in Mercantile speaker series

Haworth College of Business

… Friday, March 31, in 2150 Schneider Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m . Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-6059 or at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38607

Southwest Michigan slates 2017 Chávez awards dinner

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Southwest Michigan will celebrate the life and work of civil rights leader César E. Chávez Saturday, … dinner that includes the presentation of regional awards and scholarships for 2017. Called "Celebrating the Legacy of … with the Southwest Michigan César E. Chávez Committee and area businesses to stage a banquet on or around Chávez' …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38729

WMU students celebrate partnership with county juvenile home

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… Home Dec. 6 . The celebration included final reflections and presentations of the students' service-learning … weekly trips to the juvenile home throughout the semester and worked closely with the teens to develop an interactive simulation that facilitates positive behaviors and encourages critical thinking. Walter T. Malone …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36750