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Lifelong learning events, courses and trips announced for new semester

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… Jan. 18 , in the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. January Thaw is a free reception with refreshments and activities open to … the Rev. Steve Charnley with Kalamazoo's First Methodist Church will take on the persona of Abraham Lincoln, telling stories to the crowd during his "Setting the Record Straight" presentation. There also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37257

Randy Brecker joins WMU jazz ensembles in Grand Rapids showcase

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… Oct.. 7 , at St. Cecilia Music Center in Grand Rapids. This event will be presented to attendees of the International … Fine Arts Deans annual conference, held in Grand Rapids this year, and is open to the general public. WMU College of Fine Arts Dean …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35442

WMU president elected to prestigious American Academy of Arts and Sciences

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… Academy of Arts and Sciences Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Montgomery KALAMAZOO, Mich.--Western Michigan … of our new members, celebrate their compelling accomplishments, and invite them to join the academy and contribute … said in a statement. Montgomery, soon to complete his second academic year as WMU's president, is a nationally …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52999

WMU goes for Guinness vow renewal record Oct. 8

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… time during a Saturday, Oct. 8 , homecoming event on WMU's historic East Campus. The world record attempt is slated for 3:30 p.m. on the Grand Lawn of WMU's Heritage … before WMU's 93rd Homecoming Game against Northern Illinois University, which will kick off at 6:30 p.m. The record …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35208

WMU's Kalamazoo, Battle Creek campuses closed Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019, due to worsening winter weather

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… are canceled. Classes are canceled Wednesday, Feb. 13. This article will be updated with event cancellations and … Events Numerous on-campus events have been canceled. Visit wmich.edu/news/events for a full list. The following events have not been canceled: Tonight's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/02/51699

'Book of Mormon' to anchor Miller Auditorium's 2016-17 PNC Broadway series

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… now, season subscriptions are the best way to receive discounted tickets and priority seating. Renewing PNC … subscribers receive first opportunity to keep their existing seats and to add seats to 2016-17 Lake Michigan … an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. "Rodgers …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30808

Summer construction results in parking lot, road closures

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… Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Minor traffic disruptions and parking lot closures will be experienced on the campus of Western Michigan University this summer as demolition begins on McCracken Hall. Parking … printable parking map detailing the location of each lot, visit wmich.edu/maps/printables.php . Road closure Also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39683

WMU researcher's study shows that virtual, blended schools continue to struggle

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… study shows that virtual, blended schools continue to struggle Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Miron … and blended learning schools show outcomes that are consistently below traditional public schools. Dr. Gary Miron , … leadership, research and technology, and Dr. Charisse Gulosino , assistant professor of leadership and policy …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/31874

Communication prof receives Professor of the Year award

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… the Year award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Christian LANSING, Mich.—Western Michigan University Professor Sue Ellen Christian has been recognized as one of the state's three … and dedication to student success," says Dr. Daniel J. Hurley , CEO of the Michigan Association of State …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31567

Explore WMU's tuition-related benefits for employees

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… Mich.—A series of informational sessions are being held this month for Western Michigan University employees who want … of sessions have been planned, although employees also may visit the Office of Admissions on the first floor of the … or (269) 387-2011. WMU employees with suggestions about academic areas they'd like to see covered in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26165