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History made: Merze Tate College, Black women leaders honor Tate's legacy

Merze Tate College

… to her legacy as a trailblazer. In 1927, Tate became the first Black student to earn a bachelor’s degree from … at the WMU Student Center Gathering Stairs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6 . In addition, alumna Sonya … Fellowship Program , a program for aspiring leaders who are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. She …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74559

WMU seeking volunteers for Color Run 5K race

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… WMU seeking volunteers for Color Run 5K race Submitted by Deanne Puca on The Color Run 5K race is Saturday, April 14, at the Arcadia … To volunteer, visit  bit.ly/kzoocolorrun18 . Volunteers are needed Friday, April 13 , at a location to be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45840

WMU seniors to showcase capstone projects

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… graduating seniors complete capstone projects that put their knowledge and skills into practice in real-world settings. They share the results during the Senior Engineering Design … piece of equipment in neuron stimulation studies. Nearly 250 engineering and applied sciences students were able to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75305

Plan to #GiveGold in October

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… through Sunday, Oct. 1-7 , will count toward Giving Day. The goal is to boost giving among alumni, faculty and staff … has been established that challenges various categories of donors to take part in a friendly competition that … winners to donate back to their WMU units or other WMU areas of choice. Challenges have been set up for individuals …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49347

WMU grad student's poetry book published, wins big award

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… doctoral student in English has just been published by the University of Pittsburgh Press after winning the 2014 … self, family and place." Winning the award comes with a $5,500 prize in addition to publication. It was a huge … chosen for the "Best New Poets 2014" anthology and has appeared in Blackbird, Yalobusha Review, Puerto del Sol and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26664

Resources at some WMU library branches relocated to Waldo Library

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… by Sara Volmering on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—To help reduce the spread of COVID-19, University Libraries is instituting changes in … Library and may be contacted by phone or email. WMU users are encouraged to use library services and collections …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61056

'Last Comic Standing' winner, finalists to perform at Miller Auditorium

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… Miller Auditorium Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The tour comes to Kalamazoo Nov. 8 KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The … Miller Auditorium at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8 . Tickets are on sale now as part of a season subscription or a group … Auditorium Ticket Office at (269) 387-2300 or (800) 228-9858. "Last Comic Standing" began with the top 100 comics in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17772

Two student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation

Haworth College of Business

… student entrepreneurs from Western Michigan University are being recognized for their innovative business ideas. George Joshua , a graduate … majoring in sales and business marketing, received the $5,000 Wendell Christoff Award for SnapDuct. George Joshua …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53252

WMU press scores first National Book Award nomination

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… Michigan University's New Issues Poetry & Prose has made the longlist of books being considered for the National Book Award for … know existed. "As hardscrabble as these lives may be, they are suffused with strange beauty and love by Marta's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/42994

Early registration ends soon for Michigan Autism Conference

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… by Sept. 11 for a discounted rate. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The 2015 Michigan Autism Conference is Oct. 7-9 , bringing leading … on autism to the Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites to share their expertise. Early registration ends Friday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26682