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WMU tuition will increase this fall, but stay within state guidelines

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… the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees opted to raise tuition for 2017-18, but stay within the state's … The new figure reflects an increase of 3.91 percent. The recommendation to the board was consistent with the state's … it a critical ingredient as the University continues its commitment to offering a transformational student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40858

New WMU summer youth camps focus on entrepreneurship, finance

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… camps this summer will introduce high school students to the intricacies of starting a business as well as … participants will meet entrepreneurs, take tours of local companies, learn from experts and pitch business ideas. "The entrepreneurial community in Kalamazoo is growing quickly, and we wanted to

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30386

University sums up third year of 2012-15 strategic plan, begins update for 2015-20

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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—On the eve of transitioning to an updated five-year strategic plan, Western Michigan … University in July released a year-end report detailing outcomes achieved during the third year of its initial … Plan Year Three Year-end Report on Progress and Outcomes," is available at wmich.edu/strategic . It includes an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26987

WMU School of Medicine will be named for medical device pioneer

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… , the Kalamazoo orthopedic surgeon and medical device innovator who founded the Stryker Corporation. The school will be … WMU trustee, the first class of medical students will be welcomed this fall to the Western Michigan University Homer … opportunity for medical education is being enhanced in his community. William Johnston "My grandfather always focused …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14100

Miller Auditorium subject of upcoming business college talk

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… Miller Auditorium subject of upcoming business college talk Submitted … musical, theatrical and cultural programs that attract thousands of people to campus every year. As the home for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15038

University names top student employee, supervisor of students

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… University names top student employee, supervisor of students Submitted by … will have their nomination materials forwarded to a Midwest competition through the Midwest Association of Student … expects to graduate in spring 2017, is a senior majoring in computer engineering and minoring in computer information …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30870

Business college dean's Just Business blog debuts

Haworth College of Business

… concept is that business expertise provides a powerful way to solve tough challenges in both businesses and communities. "One of my favorite roles as dean is seeing how business impacts individuals, communities and society as a whole," says Palan. "I come …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/27907

Paper produced at WMU could provide clean water for millions

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… verified) on An example of how the filter can be used (Photo credit: Folia Water) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Paper technology … Michigan University this fall and may be on its way to becoming an international tool to prevent disease. Paper … plant has played a critical role in the development of our company and our technology." That technology, Cantwell …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36402

Early morning robbery reported near Burnhams

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… after receiving the 3 a.m. report but were not able to apprehend suspects who have been described as two teenaged males wearing hoodies. The pair was reported to have approached a male visitor and demanded his wallet. … was witnessed by another person. Members of the campus community are urged to use caution, not to walk alone in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27973

Two receive WMU’s highest honor for teaching

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… two faculty members this week for being exceptional educators and mentors and demonstrating outstanding dedication in … focuses on the power of story, song and the arts to build community and learn about others. She educates future … for having the ability to make people achieve a level of comfort in recounting a story in public. In addition to

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27321