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James W. Dempsey obituary
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… on Jim Dempsey James "Jim" W. Dempsey , emeritus coordinator of transfer relations and a former acting director of the Office of Admissions at Western Michigan University, died July 12 . He was 84. Dempsey joined the staff of what is now the Office of Admissions in 1973 and retired in 1991 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28449
Building a cultural bridge, engineering students teach refugees about science, math
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… Building a cultural bridge, engineering students teach refugees … Erin Flynn on A student at the Refugee Education Center raises his hand during a presentation by the WMU chapter of … Students make a protective case to cushion an egg that will be dropped off of a balcony. "It's important to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54203
Transformational Dunn Decade comes to a close
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… with the end of July, as the campus community offers a final round of thanks for what is now known as the Dunn Decade. The transformational Dunn … , will take the reins of WMU when he officially begins his tenure on Tuesday, Aug. 1. His selection as the ninth …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41513
Dance emerita honored for advocacy
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… honored for advocacy Submitted by Deanne Puca on Cornish KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Wendy Cornish , an advocate and champion of dance for more than 50 years, including 37 years as professor and chair of dance at …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45267
WMU named Michigan's top 'affordable, eco-friendly' campus
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Photo of an EV charging station at WMU. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … by BestChoiceSchools.com. Coming in at No. 13 on the list of affordable schools that are "recognized leaders in energy conservation and sustainability," WMU is the top-placing college in Michigan. Rankings by the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19644
Chinese research grants available to faculty
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… Chinese research grants available to faculty Submitted by … for submitting proposals, valued at up to $3,000 each, is Friday, Feb. 12 . All board-appointed, full-time faculty … Proposals will be evaluated by the Light Center board of advisors. Proposal criteria Quality of proposal. Importance of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29616
University Recreation director receives award for excellence
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… who was recognized on February 22 by the National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association. Amy received the Region III Award of Merit which is given to a professional who demonstrates exceptional … have made significant contributions to the profession. WMU is part of Region III, which includes Michigan, Illinois, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63498
Kamlesh Sharma obituary
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… (not verified) on Kamlesh Sharma Dr. Kamlesh Sharma , assistant professor emerita of biological sciences at Western … Sharma retired at the end of 2003 after 22 years of continuous service to the University. Survivors include her husband, Dr. Visho B.L. Sharma, a professor emeritus of arts and sciences …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37240
Trustees set formal 'annual' meeting date
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… Trustees set formal 'annual' meeting date Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … be set during the January annual meeting, and the board is expected to welcome its newly appointed member, Jeffrey … at that meeting as well. For more news, arts and events, visit wmich.edu/news . Related articles Name for new …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20768
Two area seniors win $20,000 scholarships to study at WMU
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… Two area seniors win $20,000 scholarships to study at WMU Submitted by … in community and regional planning, geography, or tourism and travel. Schneidenbach The awards are made possible … Meader Endowment in WMU's Department of Geography. The fund is named for the celebrated Kalamazoo resident who was an …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23196