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Year-to-date gift total nears $40 million

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… of gifts, pledges and deferred commitments made to WMU for the fiscal year to date now tops $39 million. The figure …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/783

LBGT office celebrates 30 years of inclusion, diversity on campus

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on The nation’s largest conference for LBGTQ+ college students is coming to WMU. The Midwest … It’s a celebration of diversity that follows a milestone for inclusion at WMU, where the Office of Lesbian, Bisexual, … says Dr. Suzie Nagel-Bennett, associate vice president for student affairs and dean of students. “Absolutely we …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57382

Willie Nelson and Family Live in Concert postponed

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Willie Nelson has postponed his May 20 performance at Western Michigan University's Miller Auditorium due to illness. Miller Auditorium apologizes for any inconvenience and thanks all the patrons affected for their understanding. Date to be rescheduled All patrons …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/24068

Sessions planned to explore Goldsworth Valley dining project

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… the opportunity to be part of the site development process for the new Western Michigan University Valley Dining Center, are set for Tuesday, Feb. 25 . The sessions will focus on building placement for the new 1,000-seat dining center that will provide …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13558

Building a cultural bridge, engineering students teach refugees about science, math

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… bursting with energy from a long school day dart back and forth across a room. They gather in groups, conversing in … chapter of Engineers without Borders designed a project for children at the Refugee Education Center in Kentwood, … Students make a protective case to cushion an egg that will be dropped off of a balcony. "It's important to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54203

Kalamazoo Pride celebrates diversity

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… Pride 2014” local drag competition, and an encore performance by Chicago-based party band Déjà vu. The evening’s … headlining host will be drag artist Lady Bunny, known for her pop-song parodies and skits. Performers for Saturday will feature the Chicago Cheer Brigade; …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15855

Shining light on the future of disinfection

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… Center. In the midst of a global pandemic, WMU is at the forefront of cutting-edge disinfection innovation aimed at … lead designer. "We look at Western as such a great partner for us. It's wonderful that they've opened their doors to … kind of tool Pete Strazdas , WMU's associate vice president for facilities management, was eager to add to his team's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61834

Honors college dean honored by international geochemists group

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… Distinguished Service Award when the group gathers for its annual meeting in Sacramento, California, in early June. The award recognizes and documents … service to the society. Koretsky is being recognized for her long-running contributions as the 2001-08 co-editor …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15865

Purpose-filled pursuit of patient connection

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… better fit his calling and would give him more opportunity for patient interaction. “I want to be able to, as a … hands-on experience in various labs and getting a feel for the job in a series of clinical rotations. “WMU has set me up for success.” Bazany’s drive to foster a patient connection …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62025

University opts out of Bellevue property purchases

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… in January. While the University had no long-term plans for the land involved in the purchase, WMU officials … that they would demolish the homes to create green space for the community and a more attractive entry point to that … the local Historic District Commission. The homes targeted for demolition are not considered historic homes, but the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14471