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Riverdance marks 20th anniversary, returns to Miller

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… Anniversary World Tour" is an innovative and exciting blend of dance, music and song. Drawing on Irish traditions, the combined talents of the performers propel Irish dancing and music into the present day, capturing the imagination of audiences across all ages and cultures. Riverdance began …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/27826

Assault on WMU's Asylum Lake property reported

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… her at the preserve, which is located near the intersection of Parkview Avenue and Drake Road. The suspect is described … and as being 5 foot 8 inches to 5 foot 11 inches tall. Officers from the University's Office of Public Safety are investigating and gathering a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26016

35th Western Invitational Jazz Fest features MacArthur grant recipient

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… Hall. The March 14 concert will mark the culmination of the 35th Western Invitational Jazz Festival, which brings … round out the daylong event, which is considered one of the premier collegiate festivals in the United States. … (269) 387-2300 or (800) 228-9858. Miguel Zenón Zenón one of the most exciting young jazz artists of his generation. A …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/22144

Hawking biography to be screened

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… verified) on Stephen Hawking KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A biography of world renowned physicist Stephen Hawking will be shown on … by the Kalamazoo Astronomical Society and WMU's Department of Physics. The astronomical society will be providing popcorn and soft drinks. Those who attend are welcome to bring snacks to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21370

Taste & Brew features local food, beer

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… Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The 30th Annual Taste & Brew of Kalamazoo Festival features three days of an endless variety of foods prepared by Kalamazoo's most popular eateries. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25469

Time to review WMU's winter weather closure policy

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…   With the winter season just around the corner, this time of year is a good time to review Western Michigan … classes, so always assume campus is open . In the absence of notification via one of the methods listed below, all normal operations will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61739

Celia Yonkers obituary

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… staff member, died Aug. 29 . She was 93. Yonkers, of Kalamazoo, joined the WMU staff in 1969 and retired in 1988 after nearly 19 years of service to the University. She was a clerk in the School of Music. Services The family will receive friends from 1 to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42356

University Theatre presents 'The Whale'

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… Whale' Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The cast of "The Whale" KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University … Feb. 7, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, 2 p.m. On the outskirts of Mormon Country, Idaho, a 600-pound recluse hides away in … daughter, he reaches out to a crazy collection of friends and family. Big-hearted and fiercely funny, "The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20948

New WMU trustee sworn in, to join board for upcoming meeting

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… a formal session at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7 . Pickard, of Bloomfield Hills, was sworn in by 8th Judicial District …   in a 4 p.m. ceremony in the President's Dining Room of the Bernhard Center. The ceremony included brief remarks … filling out a term left vacant when Trustee Ronald E. Hall of Detroit died June« 1. When trustees meet Wednesday …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34710

Three WMU students receive prestigious national scholarships

Haworth College of Business

… for the 2018-19 academic year.  “We are extremely proud of the students being recognized by the National Grocers … the food industry and WMU,” says Bob Samples , instructor of marketing. “This year, of the 17 scholarships awarded nationally, only WMU had more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49820