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Breathing new life into historical collections through data harvesting

University Libraries

… Kalamazoo County Poorhouse ledgers into research-ready datasets thanks to the help of Collections as Data Intern … selling it and opening the “County Home” in 1848. The home was located between Comstock and Galesburg. Reasons listed … often absent in history,” Sebastian says. The County Home was located at what is now River Oaks Park, between Comstock …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-data-harvesting

WMU looks to collect 200 pints of blood during annual challenge

News

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University students have set from  11 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, March 22 , at the … to donate blood March 22 will receive a free hero T-shirt. Walk-ins are welcome; however, making an appointment will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45727

Wide range of activities slated for annual Benefits and Wellness Expo

News

… by Anonymous (not verified) on This year's expo is set for Nov. 1. Faculty and staff members can learn more … information, expo attendees will be able to participate in awareness screenings for sun damage, hearing, stress and … also will feature healthy food samples, exhibitor giveaways and drawings for prizes. Among the 30 exhibitors will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43444

Trustees approve new three-year faculty contract

News

… faculty. The tentative agreement approved by trustees was reached Sept. 5 , just as the old contract was set to expire. Union members voted to ratify the new …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42775

WMU Alumnus Breaks Ground on 48‑Unit Recovery Housing Development

College of Arts and Sciences

… Housing Development KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Construction is set to begin on a new 48‑unit recovery‑focused housing … community on Kalamazoo’s east side, marking a major step forward in expanding stable, affordable housing for people … Michigan’s first drug treatment court in 1992. “Judge Schma was a pioneer in bringing the brain science of addiction …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2026/04/cas-groundbreaking-housing

WMUK sets $164,000 pledge goal for spring drive

News

… WMUK sets $164,000 pledge goal for spring drive Submitted by … contributions financially support the production of award-winning local news and arts content, as well as popular … "All Things Considered." "With the growing uncertainty in Washington regarding funding of the Corporation for Public …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38959

Vietnam-era veterans to be honored during campus event

News

… in Lot 41 behind Sangren Hall. The second ceremony is set for 6 p.m. at the Bronson Park Vietnam Monument in … were withdrawn from Vietnam and the last prisoners of war held in North Vietnam arrived on American soil. For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38894

Weeklong WMUK pledge drive underway

News

… Weeklong WMUK pledge drive underway Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … Public Radio, which began service in 1971. WMUK has set a pledge goal of $175,000 for the weeklong fall …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35474

Men's soccer Broncos Bye and Shepherd selected in MLS draft

News

… pick to the New England Revolution. Shepherd, goalkeeper, was selected No. 46 overall by the Toronto FC. Prior to this … player drafted in school history. Goalkeeper Eric Pogue was selected 53rd overall by New England in 2001. Bye Bye … goals were seventh most in Division I this season and he set a WMU record with 91 shots. For his career he was a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44834

Fieldwork in Alaska: Students bring mobile tax preparation to residents

Haworth College of Business

… time in these rural communities, the volunteers would set up their tax centers and work up to 14-hour days, … Senior Will Roosien says the volunteer trip to Alaska was "eye opening." WMU Haworth College of Business senior … as help others in the process. Alaskan skyline “The trip was arranged to fly trained volunteer tax preparers out to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75147