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Alum's degree research evolves into new company

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… Alum's degree research evolves into new company Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Ravindra … of hard and brittle material, eventually forming a company that Ravindra started to build in earnest his final …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/08/34571

Richard F. Raklovits obituary

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… 1990 after nearly 34 years of service. He served as coordinator of the general physical education program for his … coach at that university from 1955 to 1957. Prior to coming to WMU, Raklovits served in the U.S. Army during the … visit the Raklovits tribute page at avinkcremation.com . …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45100

Richard L. McAnaw obituary

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… at Western Michigan University and founder of what would become the School of Public Affairs and Administration, died … in 1964 and retired in 1999 after 35 years of service to the University. From 1974 to 1978, he served as founding … interviewed both in print and on television, providing commentary on a variety of races and presidential debates. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28288

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offering new classes, trips

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… learners age 50 and over. There are no tests or papers to write. Courses run one to six weeks and take place on the WMU campus and at other sites in the local community. Registration opened Jan. 21 for Osher Institute … The new semester course list includes subject areas encompassing art, drama and film, health and wellness, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29876

In Tempo: Vocal music alumni making their mark

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… choir VOCES8 said they are “immensely privileged” to be appearing in Paul Simon’s latest album, “ Seven Psalms … jazz singing, was involved in University Chorale and Gold Company and ultimately earned a degree in music education … in the United States with a cappella, the high tenor moved to the United Kingdom to take a position in VOCES8, a 2023 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72488

Sixth-grade students welcomed for tour and day of activities

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… Sixth-grade students welcomed for tour and day of activities Submitted by Deanne Puca on … in the Kalamazoo Public Schools' Class of 2024 will tour Western Michigan University for a day on a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45572

WMU Ethics Center sponsors contest on ethics of 'Star Wars'

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… the outer reaches of the galaxy by holding a contest to find out the ethical lessons people have learned from the … 'Star Wars.'" The contest asks area residents far and wide to write about their favorite ethical take-away from the … at wmich.edu/ethics . To post an entry, visit facebook.com/wmuethics . Organizers say, "May the force be with you." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28938

WMU Fostering Success program saluted as a 'beacon' for college access

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… access Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Left to right: Christina Smith, graduate assistant; Brandon … a network of support on college campuses and within local communities. Dr. Yvonne Unrau, director for the Center for … collaborative work with partners across multiple sectors in communities across the state of Michigan," Unrau says. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38803

Campus volunteers needed for Kalamazoo Marathon

Community Partnerships

… Mich.—Western Michigan University is seeking volunteers to help host several campus water and aid stations and … WMU student organizations, departments and offices are welcome to sign up to host an excitement zone with or without a … Now in its seventh year, the Kalamazoo Marathon attracts thousands of runners from all over the United States. For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38402

WMU wins men's MAC Academic Achievement Award for highest GPA

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… Academic Achievement Award. The FAR Awards are designed to recognize the conference institution with the overall … sports are used. This is the fifth time in program history, and the first time since the 2012-13 academic year, … season. Learn more about Bronco athletics at wmubroncos.com . For more WMU news, arts and events , visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42343