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Program that helps kids read wins STAR Award
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… at an April 24 ceremony in Kalamazoo's Chenery Auditorium. Now in its 28th year, the STAR Awards are a … says Carly Wiggins , director of volunteer services for Communities in Schools of Kalamazoo, in an MLive/Gazette … article. "Over Western's spring break, they will still come in to meet with students. Their commitment to the kids …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/6964
WMU team finishes fifth in Formula Sun Grand Prix solar car race
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… (not verified) on WMU's Sunseeker solar race car (Photo credit: Sunseeker team) KALAMAZOO—After spending several … collegiate teams from across the United States and Canada competed at the race held June 24-29 in Austin, Texas. … I think we have definitely set ourselves to be a team to compete with in the future." Members of the WMU contingent …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/7883
Art display shows how sketches evolve into larger works of art
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… Art display shows how sketches evolve into larger works of art Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … of those subjects are distinctive. The artists Middleton is compelled by light and dark patterns in life and uses … months on studies from life and photographs, working out compositional and different value zones. "Sleeping Bear …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8525
ExpressJet, Delta put aviation students on career pathway
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Program allows students to begin pilot screening process early. KALAMAZOO--A new … University's College of Aviation and two closely allied commercial air carriers will put WMU students on a clear pathway to careers as commercial airline pilots. The WMU/ExpressJet Airline Pilot …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/148
Lifelong Learning Academy sets open house, semester classes
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… Learning Academy will hold its annual open house from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 23, in the atrium of the College … and Human Services. Participants will have the opportunity to meet with instructors, register for classes and socialize with classmates. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1131
Restored grandeur, adapted reuse planned for East Campus
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… Restored grandeur, adapted reuse planned for East Campus … East Campus KALAMAZOO--If plans outlined earlier this month come to fruition, Western Michigan University's historic … and the University's Prospect Hill birthplace will become home to a boutique hotel, commercial office space and a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/152
December board meeting includes approval of tobacco ban, other items
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… December board meeting includes approval of tobacco ban, other items Submitted by Anonymous (not … 5 meeting. The policy applies to all members of the campus community as well as campus visitors, vendors, contract … noting both the lengthy process leading up to the policy recommendation as well as the work that will take place to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/12/11932
New visual identity materials posted
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… Western Michigan University's Visual Identity Program to help units across the campus "get behind the W" and … in a polished and professional way. Members of the campus community are encouraged to support the WMU brand by making sure materials produced …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7721
Flags lowered Thursday for Sgt. Mark Schoonhoven
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… Michigan University and throughout Michigan will be lowered to half-staff Thursday, Feb. 7 , in honor of Army Sgt. Mark … Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 32nd Transportation Company, 43rd Sustainment Brigade, 4th Infantry Division in … Colo. Schoonhoven attended Plainwell High School, and completed basic training at Fort Knox, KY after joining the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4563
School of Medicine announces accreditation at groundbreaking
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… has been granted preliminary accreditation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, the national accrediting body for educational programs leading to the Doctor of Medicine—M.D.—degree. Announcement of the … collaborated to develop the medical school. "The Kalamazoo community has a 40-year legacy of collaboration providing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2192