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Jack S. Wood obituary

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… Mich. He was 80. Wood, of Hickory Corners, Mich., came to WMU in 1963 and retired in 1991 after more than 28 years … program to address the problems of maintaining professional competency among postdoctoral scientists in both education … into a separate department, chairing various campus committees, holding leadership positions in the Faculty …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1857

Remembering trailblazing alumnus who reshaped college experience for foster care youth

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… who helped launch what became the nation’s largest and most comprehensive collegiate program for foster care youth, … in reshaping thinking about how students made their way to Western from foster care. The three-time Western alumnus … experience in foster care. Inspired by his advocacy and accomplishments in life, the University named the program …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73609

Why I give: Bill Thompson

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… short. For more than 50 years, Thompson has been giving to Western, generously supporting WMU Athletics, College of … He also served on WMU's Grand Rapids Alumni Golf Outing Committee for nearly 40 years. So, there's no doubt he … graduates who continue to enhance my degree through their accomplishments." Thompson has fond memories of attending …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68998

Nominations sought for student Who's Who

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… staff members at Western Michigan University are invited to nominate deserving students for inclusion in Who's Who … must have demonstrated involvement on campus and in their community. Nominations are due by Friday, Feb. 10. The … fax or by campus mail. Nominated students will be asked to complete an application form. After confirming the nominee's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/96

Flags lowered Wednesday for Army Staff Sgt. Matthew J. Leach

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… in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. He was assigned to the 1/334th Regiment, 1st Brigade, 104th Training … Army in 2003 and served on active duty with two deployments to Iraq. He then joined the Army Reserve in 2008 and was on his first deployment to Afghanistan. Funeral services will be held at the Great …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/970

University seeks public comment on accreditation of nursing program

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… University seeks public comment on accreditation of nursing program Submitted by … science in nursing program as part of its preparation for a comprehensive evaluation aimed at continuing its … on Collective Nursing Education. The commission, an autonomous accrediting entity, is recognized by the U.S. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4374

Alumna Rachel Swearingen wins Rona Jaffe writers' award

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Swearingen: Photo courtesty of Mary Whalen. KALAMAZOO—Dr. Rachel … contributions women writers make to culture and society. It comes with a $30,000 grant and stands as the only national … nominated, says the prize will allow her to focus on completing a novel she's been developing. "That's huge, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1599

New head football coach announced

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… this season, was named the 15th coach in the 107-year history of Bronco football. WMU Athletic Director Kathy … of football made for what we feel will be a championship combination at WMU," Beauregard said. "We wanted a coach … Go Broncos." For more information , visit wmubroncos.com . Contact: Jeanne Baron December 19, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3711

Students win two categories, $10,000 in statewide competition

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… Students win two categories, $10,000 in statewide competition Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Clean … KALAMAZOO—Two teams of Western Michigan University students took top honors in two categories and a third team also was … their idea, PowerSlim. The group focused on changing power usage behavior through psychological, visual and sound cues …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5569

Director of executive education named for ISM program

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… Director of executive education named for ISM program Submitted … director of executive education, highlighting the program’s commitment to providing expert training for industry … results for employers." Executive education is aimed at companies and managers who cannot support the development of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/8869