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WMU becomes part of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute network

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… of the celebrated national network of lifelong learning programs it supports. WMU's Academy of Lifelong Learning , … initiative, which is administered by Extended University Programs. "We're enormously pleased about this relationship … the nation's premier name in lifelong learning," says Dr. John M. Dunn , president of WMU. "The addition of resources …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16136

Fighting fast fashion on the fast track to a career

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…   Adams’ experience is part of the Broncos Lead Internship Program . Supported by the historic Empowering Futures Gift, the program partners with small businesses and nonprofits to …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/broncos-lead-internship-julia-adams-social-media-sustainability-fashion

Academic advisor recognized for her support of 'holistic development' of multicultural students

College of Education and Human Development

… she became involved with the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Scholars Academy, a support program for MLK G.O.L.D. scholarship recipients at Western. Through the academy and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71888

WMU to host 10th International Conference on African Development

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Development Submitted by Raine Kuch on These and other scholars from around the world presented their research at the eighth conference. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Scholars and policymakers from around the globe will be on … Policy Research is an interdisciplinary academic program at WMU that was established by Dr. Sisay Asefa in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48263

Consumers, WMU show solar energy commitment with 1-megawatt solar garden

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… Energy President and CEO  Patti Poppe , WMU President John M. Dunn , and other Michigan and University officials … why we built this power plant as part of our Solar Gardens program," said Poppe. "We’re a different kind of … by solar garden locations. Poppe pointed out that the program allows those who aren't able to install solar panels …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35079

Miles, Zeng honored with Distinguished Service Awards

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… service in areas that reflect innovative and effective programming, increase Western's stature or extend the … intellect, talent and efforts of Dr. Ying Zeng," says Dr. John Dunn , chancellor of Southern Illinois University and … .  He lists launching the Asian Forum, which draws scholars from across the Midwest; directing the Kalamazoo …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65824

Sabbatical leave granted to 34 WMU faculty members

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… Dr. Jennifer Palthe , professor of management Dr. John Tanis , professor of physics Dr. Mary-Louise Totton , … Dr. Debra Lindstrom , professor of occupational therapy Dr. John Petrovic , professor of mathematics Dr. Dewei Qi , … of chemical and paper engineering Dr. Cynthia Running-Johnson , professor of world language and literatures Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45801

Robust new online hub empowers WMU graduate students

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… the tremendous opportunities that their time in a graduate program offers them,” says Slawinski, whose experiences as a … in numerous areas.”   Under Slawinski’s direction, the program’s resources expanded to include eight COMPASS … development, career preparation, well-being, awards and scholarship, teaching resources, and academic support.    …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/compass-new-online-hub-graduate-students

CHHS faculty and alumna receive international award for research excellence

College of Health and Human Services

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/04/0421facultyaward

WMU trustees extend president's contract into 2017

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… unanimously voted to extend the contract of WMU President John M. Dunn for an additional year, with that term now to … has received since 2007 back to the University for student scholarships. Dunn, who has served as the University's … going to be critical to this institution." Trustee William Johnston added his praise, thanking Dunn for agreeing to the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20123