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Sangren Hall earns LEED gold certification as a 'green' building
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… Council. LEED—Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design—is the national benchmark for the design, construction and … certification process. "We've been patiently waiting for this terrific news, knowing that Sangren not only meets, but … LEED Gold," says WMU President John M. Dunn . "Sangren Hall is at the heart of our campus, physically, and it is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17649
Construction to refresh Waldo Library's lower level continues this fall
University Libraries
… to refresh Waldo Library's lower level continues this fall Submitted by Sara Volmering on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The … lower level of Western Michigan University's Waldo Library is getting a much-needed refresh this fall as crews install new carpet, ceiling tiles and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68971
Applications sought for assessment awards program
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… Mich.—The University Assessment Steering Committee is accepting applications by Friday, Feb. 10 , for its … and Unit awards. The awards program recognizes and showcases outstanding efforts in the area of assessment at … The individual award, which includes a cash prize, is open to WMU employees who have made a significant …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36848
Horn Day 2015 features U.S. Marine Band member
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… member of "The President’s Own" United States Marine Band, is the guest artist at Horn Day 2015, set for 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, … Michigan University’s Dalton Center Recital Hall. The event is open to the public and has a $15 admission fee. Horn Day …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21562
Kalamazoo Blues Fest features three days of music
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… the Arcadia Creek Festival Place in downtown Kalamazoo. Admission is $5 Thursday, $10 Friday and $12 Saturday. Children 12 and … to 7:40 p.m. , Big Boss Blues Band 7:45 to 9 p.m. , The Jimmys 9:05 to 10:35 p.m. , Brandon Santini 10:30 p.m. , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16623
Thought leader in food marketing takes reins of Western’s renowned program
Haworth College of Business
… Certification program in the world, and he helped establish WMU’s Food Industry Research and Education Center as the … and food industry applied research insights. Zwanka also assisted with the relaunch of in-person industry engagement … year for the first virtual offering in the conference’s history. "While Dr. Zwanka has only been here a short time, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66714
Visiting scholar to address climate change and water resources in Asia
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… Visiting scholar to address climate change and water … glacial recession and water resources in central Asia will visit Western Michigan University as a visiting scholar this … of Ecosystem Network Observation and Modeling, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, will speak at 3 p.m. Friday, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/28061
Trustees approve faculty and staff retirements
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… effective Aug. 31, 2012 Dr. Richard R. MacDonald , assistant professor of sociology, 45 years, effective Dec. 31, … effective Dec. 31, 2012 The other retiring faculty member is Dr. G. Thomas Ray , associate professor of teaching, … 20 years, effective Dec. 31, 2012. Staff retirements Crista Boyle , assistant manager in Valley II Dining Service, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/363
All WMU campuses close early Thursday, Dec. 22, due to impending severe weather
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… begins Friday, Dec. 23 . Review winter recess hours This article will be updated with special hours as information … University's events calendar to confirm whether an event is canceled. Those who have posted items to the calendar are … indicate whether the activity will continue as planned or is canceled. CAMPUS SERVICES University Libraries —Waldo …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70244
Longtime educator, social work professional tapped to lead College of Health and Human Services as interim dean
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… as interim dean Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Jennifer Harrison KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Jennifer Harrison , professor and director of Western Michigan … College of Health and Human Services . The appointment is pending Board of Trustees approval. “We are very …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72066