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Dennis R. Corbin obituary

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… on Dennis R. Corbin , senior associate athletic director for medical services at Western Michigan University, died … March 7 . He was 63. Corbin, who had been battling cancer for four years, suffered a catastrophic stroke at his home … the current academic year. "Today is a day of true sadness for all of us as we begin to say goodbye to Dennis. There …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45693

Former President Elson Floyd dies in Washington

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Former President Elson Floyd dies in Washington Submitted by … death shortly after hearing the news. "I know I speak for the entire University community when I say the death of Dr. Floyd represents a profound loss for both Western Michigan University and higher education as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/25003

Dr. Meshulam Groper obituary

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… of materials, statics, dynamics and mechanical systems for his new department, which subsequently was renamed the … directed the Applied Mechanics Institute in his department for many years. The institute brought together University … patents and wrote or co-wrote dozens of scholarly articles for refereed journals. Groper earned WMU's Alumni Teaching …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43246

Study abroad on rise at WMU, international enrollment holds steady

International Student and Scholar Services

… of many comparisons officials in WMU's Haenicke Institute for Global Education are able to make following the Nov. 16 … the previous academic year. "One of the major challenges for students who wish to attain a study abroad experience as … Institute executive director. "So the WMU President's Grant for Study Abroad and Haenicke Institute for Global Education …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28607

3D maps could help people with visual impairments navigate their world

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… no colors or labels. But this could be a map to a new world for students with visual impairments and their future … project ended up being a great fit, so we took it on.” Sales student Leah Barton , a manager and technician in the … The successful development of these maps could lead to bigger things at WMU. “We’re looking at possibly doing a model …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57071

Laura G. Manis obituary

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… women's studies minor, and had been the program's adviser for many years. Laura G. Manis In 1974, Manis helped found … Center, which eventually became part of the WMU Center for Women's Services. In addition, she co-established a … at the center as well as conducted assertiveness workshops for the organization. Manis also was active with WMU's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45875

Events throughout community set to honor King

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… high school students and will feature a presentation by performance painter David Garibaldi along with workshops, a … cappella quintet Sweet Honey in the Rock and a major voice for freedom and justice. With the help of a Michigan Campus … and meeting at 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 16, at City Hall for a light breakfast before embarking on service work …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/48

Spring Convocation highlights sustainability, education research

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The shoreline of West Michigan is known for its beauty, but the diverse species that call the … and keeping these wetlands intact isn't just important for the environment; Michigan's economy depends on it. … of Lake Michigan, generating millions of dollars of revenue for local communities in the state each year," she says. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52560

Year-end gift totals top $41 million

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… of gifts, pledges and deferred commitments made to WMU for the 2011-12 fiscal year that ended June 30 tops …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1108

Keith Roberts obituary

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… obituary Submitted by Deanne Puca on Keith Roberts , a former Western Michigan University staff member, died … School graduates through the Kalamazoo Community Foundation for the Duane Roberts Scholarship, 151 South Rose, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3359