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5K walk to raise funds for clean water initiatives

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… by Deanne Puca on The walk aims to raise awareness of lack of access to clean water. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Registration is … fountains by Miller Auditorium aims to increase awareness of the worldwide lack of access to clean water and to raise …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38873

Nominate colleagues for fall 2015 staff award

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Nominations for the fall round of Western Michigan University's semiannual Make a … members for their accomplishments and daily investment of energy and creativity. It features semiannual and annual … and spring, semiannual awards are presented to a maximum of 15 people. Those selected for the accolade receive a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/28011

Efforts to boost registration, early voting ramping up on WMU campus

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… engagement on campus. "This is really a fundamental goal of higher education to prepare citizens to live in this democratic society," says Dr. Denise Keele , professor of political science and WeVote faculty co-chair. The group …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61321

WMU board to meet Nov. 1, consider sponsored programs policy

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees will meet at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1 , in … second-floor ballroom, the board will consider a number of informational items, including two that focus on … The consent item agenda also includes consideration of a new University policy on debarment and suspension in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43544

State's first lady announces fall summit to be at WMU

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… summit will be held Monday, Sept. 24, at WMU. "I'm proud of the leadership role Michigan has taken to address the prevalence of sexual assault on our college and university campuses. These statewide summits are an important part of our work to raise awareness and prevention efforts to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46489

WMU goes for Guinness vow renewal record Oct. 8

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Members of the Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo communities … record attempt is slated for 3:30 p.m. on the Grand Lawn of WMU's Heritage Hall Alumni Center. Kalamazoo Mayor and WMU alumnus Bobby J. Hopewell will serve as the officiant, and WMU Development and Alumni Relations Vice …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35208

WMU students eligible for deep discount on symphony tickets

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… Michigan University students can attend performances of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra for just $5 through a new student ticket offer recently announced by KSO officials. Students who show up at the venue box office with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27882

WMUK launches fall campaign with shortened drive

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… Michigan University's public radio station WMUK kicked off its annual fall campaign on Saturday, Oct. 17 , and … a shortened pledge drive format designed to raise all of the dollars needed in half the live on-air pledge hours. … Over the last year, the station has increased its coverage of local news and culture including the addition of new …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27784

Panel to discuss human trafficking in 'our own backyard'

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A panel of experts will explore "Human Trafficking: In Our Own … and Exploitation, and Becky McDonald , president of Women at Risk International. The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Angie Moe , WMU professor of sociology. The event, which is free and open to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27155

Student Recreation Center to offer high-intensity F45 circuit training

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… Student Recreation Center to offer high-intensity F45 circuit training Submitted by … first university in Michigan, and sixth in the nation, to offer high-intensity, circuit-based F45 workout classes . Classes will be held on the lower level of WMU's Student Recreation Center in a converted …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41489