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365 days of Dunbar Hall

College of Arts and Sciences

… thrive.  Originally built in 1971, Willis F. Dunbar Hall was one of three buildings constructed to support a growing … THE ROAD TO RENOVATION      Pre-renovation, Dunbar Hall was characterized by flickering lights, narrow hallways, and cramped classrooms – students and instructors …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-dunbar-hall

WMU sociology professor's new children's book celebrates Michigan's therapy dogs who help kids in crisis

College of Health and Human Services

… disaster sites. "A Pack of Therapy Dogs: Helping People One Wag at a Time," written by Angela Moe, a professor of … the Resiliency Center. "My hope of working with kids has always been to hold space for their unique experiences and … each semester, and has grown within the health center and residence halls. Poppy joined the pack a few years after …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/07/new-childrens-book-celebrates-michigans-therapy-dogs

University Jazz Orchestra presents an evening of big band music

News

… Joe Henderson, Thad Jones, and Charles Mingus. WMU's award-winning Jazz Orchestra is directed by Scott Cowan . This 18-member ensemble has received international … for Jazz Education Conferences in Los Angeles and Atlanta. The ensemble's CDs Spritely Overdue, Disposable …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19217

Acclaimed pianist Christopher O'Riley performs on campus

News

… Christopher O'Riley Since the 2003 release of "True Love Waits," O'Riley's reimagining of works by Radiohead, Elliott … the Minnesota Orchestra; and the symphonies of Pittsburgh, Atlanta, Baltimore, Philadelphia and San Francisco. For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/43

Paper tech association bestows awards to WMU student, professor

News

… Paper tech association bestows awards to WMU student, professor Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Awards were bestowed during the annual TAPPI PaperCon event. … conference, which took place April 27 through May 1 in Atlanta, Ga. Contact: Mark Schwerin May 20, 2013 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7220

In Memoriam, summer 2026

W Magazine

… BS ’51, Nov. 29, 2025, Grand Rapids, MI Ona Eileene (Pappe) Wall , BA ’52, MA ’64, Dec. 7, 2025, Grandville, MI Muriel … Robins , BA ’54, Nov. 24, 2025, Livonia, MI Willard Howard Mejeur , BS ’54, Dec. 10, 2025, Cadillac, MI Thomas … MI Blanche Lucille (Eding) Decker , BA ’59, Sept. 7, 2025, Atlanta, GA Stephen Clarence Garrett , BA ’59, MA ’65, Oct. …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/memoriam-summer-2026

2025-26 hall and meal rates to rise by 4.0%

Housing and Residence Life

…   In 2024-25, Western Michigan University operated 11 residence halls, two dining facilities, eight cafés, four … with 83% of degree-seeking freshmen choosing to live in the residence halls.    Beginning fall 2025, the annual cost for … to open fall 2026, is a key example of the upgrades underway to serve the next generation of WMU students. The …

https://wmich.edu/housing/news/2025/06/25-26-housing-rates

WMU room and board rates for 2019-20 to rise by 3.12%

News

… safe and attractive.  In 2018-19, WMU operated 22 residence halls, five dining facilities, seven cafés and … to creating dynamic residential spaces where students want to pursue their academic and career goals. In the South … Neighborhood, transformational projects are moving forward quickly. Arcadia Flats, the newest housing complex, is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53110

WMU, Make-A-Wish Michigan partner to support cancer survivor’s dreams of becoming a nurse

News

… of their own. That dream took a life-changing step forward when she was surprised during a special celebration with the news. The announcement was delivered alongside University leadership and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/06/make-wish-wmu-nursing-student-tuition-support

WMU readies for start of spring semester

News

… games at University Arena and hockey at Lawson Ice Arena. Residence halls reopen at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, and … and resumes normal hours at 6 a.m. Monday, Jan. 9. Waldo Library is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 4-6; closed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/45