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Western’s women’s aviation team finishes fourth in ‘empowering’ cross-country race

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… Western’s women’s aviation team finishes fourth in ‘empowering’ cross-country race Submitted by … University’s women’s pilot team in the Air Race Classic. Finishing fourth in their class against 21 other collegiate … approximately 2,500 miles in the all-female race. “This race has been so empowering. Being surrounded by only …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75918

WMU honored for college access and advising work

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… WMU honored for college access and advising work Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … Beacon Award. They were lauded for being partners in AdviseMI, an effort that places highly trained, near-peer college advisors in high-need schools to boost the schools' capacity to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31723

'Twist of fate' gives painting grad space to come into her own as an artist

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… 'Twist of fate' gives painting grad space to come into her own as an artist Submitted by Erin Flynn on Rozlin Opolka stands in front … Opolka's case, it gave her a blank canvas to paint a new vision of her future. Initially intent on working in theatre, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62508

Faculty, grad students travel to Japan to explore pandemic response

College of Arts and Sciences

… trip to Japan in September 2022, however, may be one of his most unique, as he led a grant-funded study tour of … a ‘study abroad-like’ trip with faculty," says Covell. "This was a rare opportunity to bring faculty members who are … worth noting that, culturally, Japan is not known for hugging or shaking hands, so there was already some built-in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70129

Former chair of anthropology dies

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… He chaired the Department of Anthropology from 1978 until his retirement. A specialist in medical anthropology, Smith placed a research emphasis on cultural diversity and health care delivery systems, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30096

Faculty, student ensemble to perform Wednesday night concert

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Winds, an ensemble comprised of faculty and graduate students from the brass, wind, … Recital Hall. The performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. discussion hosted by Dr. Robert White . Tickets are $12 general admission, $10 for seniors and $5 for students, and are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27955

Western Brass Quintet to present CD release concert

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… Recital Hall. The performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. discussion hosted by Dr. Robert White . Tickets are $12 general admission, $10 for seniors and $5 for students, and are … quintet's latest recording, titled "For Then and Now." The disc includes works by Claudio Monteverdi, Pierre Jalbert, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27102

Students perform 'Angels in America' at Williams Theatre

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… to more than 96,000 individuals lost to AIDS—will be on display at the Gilmore Theatre Complex. The quilt also will … time and place. It holds a mirror up to a time in American history that was a living nightmare for many and simply a … of love and compassion. The AIDS Memorial Quilt will be on display two hours before every scheduled performance of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44964

WMU trustees approve new three-year contract with AFSCME

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… County and Municipal Employees union. The new contract is effective through Aug. 12, 2021. The union's 418 members … and Stadium Drive. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48598

Flags lowered Thursday for Senior Chief Petty Officer Jason P. May

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… was deployed at sea as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, at the … Flags at half-staff Former Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm issued a proclamation in 2003, requiring U.S. flags to be … flags. When flown at half-staff, the U.S. flag should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25451