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Meeting set to gain input on updating valley housing

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… University's Goldsworth Valley site and housing will be discussed from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14 , in the … an overview of the project goals, then facilitate group discussion and one-on-one interactions with attendees. Plans … both within halls and around them. Timely items to be discussed at the input meeting include master planning the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42372

Student Financial Aid Office has new interim director

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… by Deanne Puca on James KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Shashanta James is the new interim director of Western Michigan University's … competencies that will make her very successful in this new role." Of Hodge, Curran added, "Over the course of … and affordable." For more WMU news, arts and events , visit wmich.edu/news . …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/40988

WMU president aids in the demolition of McCracken Hall

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… the demolition of McCracken Hall Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University President … guys, making it look easy," Montgomery said of the workers dismantling the building. "I might even have to pour some … he quipped. Montgomery received many compliments from his excavation site co-workers, who guided him in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53719

New study abroad scholarship tailored for incoming freshmen

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… course and future trip. "We're really excited about this new scholarship program because studying abroad illustrates all three critical aspects of WMU's mission—providing learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged experiences for our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32987

Foundation awards $70,000 to WMU clinic for pediatric hearing initiatives

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… support two years of pediatric hearing initiatives.     This funding will be used to bridge the gap to provide … early diagnostic and rehabilitative services that may otherwise be cost prohibitive. This support will  enhanc e the h earing c linic’s ability to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74705

College Readiness Workshops running for high school students and families

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… Michigan University's Office of Precollege Programming is sponsoring workshops in Metro Detroit on Wednesdays … Public Library, 510 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy To register , send an email two days prior to the workshop to … call (269) 599-2496. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit wmich.edu/news . …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39744

WMU board to consider property moves and Florida agreement

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The sale of property and the acquisition of other parcels, all on the northwest end of … at 11 a.m. in 157-159 Bernhard Center, WMU Trustees will discuss the Kalamazoo land moves as well as consider a … and gift and grants recently received by the University. As is the case with all meetings of the WMU Board of Trustees, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38688

Longtime employees to be inducted into 25 Year Club

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… were, from left: Alan C. Poole, Cherie S. Neumann, Kandeiss-Toi Ross and Joshua Naranjo. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A total of … to members of the club. Once the 2015 class of inductees is in place, the 25 Year Club will have 1,226 members. Of … 481 are active employees and 745 are retirees. Three of this year's 49 inductees are recent retirees, and all but one …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28357

USWNT's equal pay fight echoes challenges of female sports pioneers

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… of female sports pioneers Submitted by Erin Flynn on Borish KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In 1920, American women made a splash … politics as well. "Change takes time," says Dr. Linda Borish , associate professor of history as well as women and gender studies at Western …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54379

Volunteer ringers needed for WMU Day at the Kettles

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A WMU Day at the Kettles is planned for Saturday, Dec. 3 , offering Western Michigan … faculty and staff members a special opportunity to give this holiday season. Members of the WMU community are asked to … nearby Plainwell-Otsego area. Individuals and groups may register to volunteer by contacting Penny Allen, Salvation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36103