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Lecture series presented by Fort St. Joseph Archaeological Project

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… colonial past, its fur trade, military campaigns and the historic French fort in Niles. The lecture series is presented … the Fort St. Joseph Museum, Support the Fort Inc. and other community groups seeking to unlock the secrets of this long … between the British and Indians prevented an attack from becoming more violent against the British at Michilimackinac …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8100

Veteran administrator is associate dean of Lee Honors College

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… Veteran administrator is associate dean of Lee Honors College Submitted by … (not verified) on Baas KALAMAZOO—A veteran administrator and longtime faculty member at Western Michigan … most elite private colleges in the United States. Members come from all seven of WMU's degree-granting colleges and at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/12/12167

WMU grad helps combat 'brain drain' with his social startup

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… WMU grad helps combat 'brain drain' with his social startup Submitted by … graduation, many young professionals migrate away from the comfort of their college town in search of a better quality of life or higher salary. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47828

Freda C. Swinehart obituary

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… She retired in 1982 after more than 13 years of service to the University. A charter member of Kalamazoo's Immanuel … and was involved in many activities over the years. Burial took place in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorial donations may … Church or Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes. Visit langelands.com to make a memorial guestbook entry. Contact: Jeanne …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/294

Windellin S. Ashbrook obituary

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… Ashbrook, of Three Rivers, Mich., joined the WMU staff in October 1990 and retired in November 2000 after 10 years of service to the University. She was an assistant baker at Burnham … Cemetery. Remembrances Memorial gifts may be made to the Bud Israels Scholarship Fund c/o Portage-Schoolcraft …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5932

WMU Trustee Dennis Archer earns national achievement award

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… for Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall. The gala is designed to honor the foremost corporate law departments and their … diversity. The MCCA Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to an individual "who has made important and lasting … served on the corporate boards of Johnson Controls Inc., Compuware Corp. and Masco Corp. He is being honored for a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1531

Historical re-enactors and archaeological dig highlight event

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… Historical re-enactors and archaeological dig highlight event … Witness tomahawk throwing and a Voyageur Run competition. Enjoy an 18th-century tea tent. Shop for … This mission-garrison-trading post served as a hub of commercial, military and religious activity for local native …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1119

WMU music professor gets nod from DownBeat magazine

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… magazine has recognized internationally known director, performer and Western Michigan University music … and director of the award-winning jazz vocal ensemble Gold Company, was lauded in a feature article as a pianist and … his much-heralded and globe-trotting ensemble, Gold Company. "I work hard; I put in a lot of hours, and I have a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/553

Flags lowered Friday for Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matt Schwartz

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… He was an explosive ordnance disposal specialist assigned to the 90th Civil Engineer Squadron at Warren Air Force Base … the Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Air … Good Conduct Medal with three oak leaf clusters, Air Force Combat Action Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, and three …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/55

Aviation maintenance professional wins regional accolade

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… on Austin KALAMAZOO— Scott E. Austin , maintenance director for Western Michigan University's College of Aviation , … later and to chief inspector and manager of logistics and compliance in 2003. He holds an airframe and powerplant … Piper, Avidyne, S-Tec and L-3/Skywatch. Austin also has completed a variety of other courses and schools and earned …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/5054