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WMU Fostering Success program saluted as a 'beacon' for college access

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… as a "beacon" for supporting increased college access. The Michigan College Access Network has awarded Fostering … vision for progress toward the Lumina Foundation's Goal 2025, which calls for increasing the proportion of Americans … access and success for youth with experience in foster care. Founded in 2012 through generous support from The

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38803

Four visiting campus as candidates to lead international operations

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… Michigan University officials have announced the names of four candidates from around the nation who will … positions, and the days and times of their presentations are: Dr. Wolfgang F. Schlor , interim associate provost for … at the University of Virginia, 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 ; and   Dr. Luis A. Canales , director of the Institute …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7140

CommUniverCity Night kicks off first Bronco football home game

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… CommUniverCity Night kicks off first Bronco football home game Submitted by Deanne Puca … Mich.—Western Michigan University's football team kicks off the 2014 season this Saturday, Sept. 20, at 4 p.m. with … which is the Broncos only home game in September. Fireworks are planned as part of the halftime program. Bronco …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18456

Trustees to meet Nov. 6, consider 2020-21 apartment rates, other recommendations

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… Trustees to meet Nov. 6, consider 2020-21 apartment rates, other recommendations Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees will meet at 11 a.m. Wednesday ,  Nov. 6 , on … Background materials on items the board will consider are posted at wmich.edu/trustees .   For more WMU news, arts …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56341

University Concert Band's fall concert presents something for everyone

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… for everyone Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Photo of Miller Auditorium. KALAMAZOO, Mich--Western Michigan … works at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21 in Miller Auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public. Among the original works for band are David Holsinger's Abram's Pursuit; Norman Dello Joio's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19570

WMU alum finds success in Broadway's 'Hamilton'

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… Flynn on Mikey Winslow poses backstage during a performance of "Hamilton" on Broadway. NEW YORK—A Western Michigan University graduate is dancing his way into the spotlight in one of the hottest shows on Broadway. Mikey … sometimes at a moment's notice, for those cast members who are unable to perform for reasons like illness, injury or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52509

Cat Crotchett honored for achievement as Western’s distinguished faculty scholar

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Celebrated artist Cat Crotchett , also a professor and area coordinator of painting, will be presented with Western … patterns painted in vibrant colors and textured surfaces. The work uses patterns to vividly represent human emotions …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/66058

Fall registration underway for low-cost Chinese culture courses

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… Students look on in a Chinese art class. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Confucius Institute at Western Michigan University is … begin the week of Sept. 14 . The 12-week, low-cost courses are open to the public now. All of them are taught in … A half-price tuition discount is offered to those age 55 and older, WMU part-time faculty and staff members, and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26592

Campus Classic 5K has new course and start times

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… Campus Classic 5K has new course and start times Submitted by Anonymous … course, start and finish line, and post-race brunch venue. The Saturday, Oct. 6 , event starts at 8:45 a.m. with the 1K … itself." Register online through Thursday, Oct. 4 . Costs are $20 for adults, $15 for students and $10 for children if …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1825

Experienced administrator, professor to lead Extended University Programs

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… Programs. Martini, a professor of history, has served as the interim associate provost of EUP since September 2018. … long-term basis," says Martini, who first joined WMU in 2005 as a faculty member in the Department of History. "We have … "It's an exciting time at WMU, and our team is well prepared to help WMU meet the needs of an increasingly …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52824