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Western Michigan University launches 24/7 year-round mental health support for students

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… Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is taking its well-being support to the next level, offering … and preferences. "Student well-being in all its dimensions is our top priority at Western," says WMU President Edward … or studying abroad. “We know many college students struggle with their mental health. A study recently reported by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69195

Western announces 2022 class of Presidential Innovation Professors

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… Michigan University's Office of Research and Innovation is recognizing three faculty members for their advanced and … of mechanical and aerospace engineering; and Dr. Alisa Perkins , associate professor of comparative religion … in research and entrepreneurial approaches to their disciplines. “This year’s class of professorships is a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67866

WMUK's 'Grassroots' celebrates 35th anniversary

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… Kalamazoo dead in its tracks in 1987. But it didn't stop his radio show from going on the air. Sahlgren, who has been … first broadcast on April 3, 1977, hiked to WMUK-FM with his backpack stuffed with albums. The storm may have halted … and the music just flows. Other weeks are more of a struggle, but a good show comes out nonetheless. "Here's what …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4771

Winter Carnival and charity polar plunge open to community

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… University's sixth annual Kalamazoo Polar Plunge, WMU is staging a MyWMU Winter Carnival from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. … Plunge, will begin at the pond in the early afternoon and is a fundraiser for Special Olympics Michigan, which provides …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4505

WMU education professor offers teaching advice for caregivers of homebound special education students

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… Wallace (center). KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Learning from home is difficult enough for those used to being educated in a … As government-mandated stay-at-home orders and social distancing guidelines continue during the pandemic, how can caregivers best serve students whose academic struggles require individualized learning techniques? Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59245

Free multimedia concert celebrates new music

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO--Guest artists John Sampen, saxophone, and Mark Bunce, composer and … University's Dalton Center Lecture Hall. The concert is presented as part of the 2012 New Sounds Festival, a … assistant, at @email or (269) 387-4678. Contact: Tonya Durlach March 23, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/276

Academic department, student organization team up for blood drive

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… Jan. 31, has been postponed and will be rescheduled later this semester. KALAMAZOO—Students, staff and faculty will have … Donors can sign up at redcrossblood.org (code: wmu), but registration is not necessary in order to participate. The Red Cross will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4442

Rally for academic success comes to campus

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… in the Bernhard Center. During the event, called Success is My Only Option, WMU staff and registered student organization leaders will distribute information about academic resources available to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1955

Spring Staycation offers opportunities for community involvement

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… , in Kalamazoo. Now in its second year, Spring Staycation is a five-day project focused on raising awareness and serving the greater Kalamazoo community. There is no cost to participate and a free breakfast and lunch is

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3213

Faculty and guests to perform arrangements of contemporary poets

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… poets Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Guest artist Frank Carlberg KALAMAZOO—School of Music jazz studies faculty members Andrew Rathbun , saxophone; Jeremy Siskind , piano; and Keith Hall , drums, will perform with jazz vocalist Christine Correa, composer and pianist Frank Carlberg …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12405