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Safe on Campus trainings set for spring

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… semester to teach the basics about being a better advocate and ally to lesbian, bisexual, gay and transgender … Center. Additional trainings may be requested for groups of 10 or more. Thursday, Jan. 12—9 a.m. to noon. … strategies for addressing homophobia, learn ways to support students who are "coming out," and gain an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36901

WMU named 'Best for Vets' by Military Times for sixth consecutive year

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… Michigan University has been named one of the nation's best institutions for military veterans pursuing … in Michigan. The office was established in 2009 to support veterans, service members and the family members of … two partners—Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Kellogg Community College. This was the first VetSuccess program …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28436

Booth signup underway for 34th Bronco Bash

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… Booth signup underway for 34th Bronco Bash Submitted by Anonymous (not … Pedestrian Mall. KALAMAZOO—The 34th annual Bronco Bash at Western Michigan University is set for 3 to 7 p.m. … involvement opportunities, and promotional items and coupons to a crowd of some 20,000 people. The event also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16542

Western Brass Quintet to perform with leading brass ensemble

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… Brass KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Brass Quintet will celebrate its 50th anniversary in performance with the Stockholm Chamber Brass at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28 , in the Dalton Center … Brass The Stockholm Chamber Brass came to the public attention in 1988 after winning the first prize in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35207

WMU trustees approve Heritage Hall as name for Alumni Center site

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… of the completed Heritage Hall KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Acting at its July 8 meeting, the Western Michigan University Board … Heritage Hall the new official name for the building that will house the WMU Alumni Center. The building's formal … 1990 and then was home to art studios until about 10 years ago. Now it will house the Alumni Center and it will be home …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25457

Embracing machines’ support

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… Embracing machines’ support Submitted by Deanne Puca on This isn’t an ordinary stuffed animal; this cat has a mind of its own. Joan Windewani, a psychology major … around them. “The newness (of technology) can be reinvigorating,” he says. “Can this spur interaction between …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71777

Economics instructor honored for supporting, empowering students with disabilities

College of Arts and Sciences

… Economics instructor honored for supporting, empowering students with disabilities Submitted … (not verified) on Dr. Jean Kimmel, center, was nominated by Disability Services for Students staff Kellie Skiba, … partner with the office in implementing accommodations and supporting her students,” says the award description.  Kimmel …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71674

Zhang Center earns silver certification as 'green' building

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… Zhang Center earns silver certification as 'green' building Submitted by Anonymous (not … Center KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Zhang Legacy Collections Center at Western Michigan University has achieved silver certification under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/17091

Claude S. Phillips Jr. obituary

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… professor emeritus of political science and co-founder of what is now the Haenicke Institute for Global Education, died … achievement in 1985 by the Michigan Association of Governing Boards and received the University's Distinguished … Phillips Dissertation Research Fund was created at WMU to support dissertation research by a doctoral student in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15877

Bronco gymnasts boast eighth highest GPA in the nation

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… Bronco gymnasts boast eighth highest GPA in the nation Submitted by Deanne Puca on Kayla Weber KALAMAZOO, … maintained the eighth highest grade point average in the nation for the 2014-15 academic year, according to the National Association of Collegiate Gymnastics Coaches/Women. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26051