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Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct Policy on trustees' agenda Thursday

News

… Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees is set to meet at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10 , and will review for approval … on Dec. 31 , has served on the board for six years. In addition to the recommended actions, presentation and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62422

WMU Alumnus Breaks Ground on 48‑Unit Recovery Housing Development

College of Arts and Sciences

… on 48‑Unit Recovery Housing Development Submitted by Sara Dillon on WMU Alumnus Breaks Ground on 48‑Unit Recovery … 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 …

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

Many WMU offices closed during holiday recess

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… 22, and Wednesday, Jan. 2. Represented employees should direct questions to their management. Public events on … Jan. 2. For more information, call (269) 387-8230. Waldo Library is open reduced hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. … energy costs during holiday recess and closure, temperature settings in most campus buildings will be reduced to no …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3332

Impact of record gift total lauded as trustees see year-end reports

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… and 84 foundations, as well as 10,169 private individuals and 66 other organizations. The year-end gift … in that category. Some 29 new endowed scholarships were set up, many by alumni eager to "pay it forward" by offering current and future generations of students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8241

Partnership between Western, Gun Lake Tribe promotes suicide prevention

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… Tribe is breaking down stigmas and increasing training and awareness about suicide among Native American youth. "Suicide … behavioral health counselor for Gun Lake Tribe and project director for the We Walk Together grant , a three-year … is related to boarding schools—residential institutions set up across the United States in the mid-1800s to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66452

Student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation

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… Student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … Entrepreneurial Spirit Award for Ethereal Motion, LLC. In addition, industrial and entrepreneurial engineering students  … has provided great learning opportunities for us and has set us up for success. The funds will be used to fuel our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59392

Faculty, staff urged to attend expo focusing on employee benefits

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University 2015 Benefits and Wellness Expo for faculty and staff will … expo The free event, sponsored by WMU Human Resources, is set for 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 , in the Bernhard Center Ballroom. In addition to perusing vendor booths and getting one-on-one …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27006

Alumnus recognized with first Public Sector Leader Award

College of Arts and Sciences

… Alumnus recognized with first Public Sector Leader Award Submitted by Amelia Bodinaku on Former chief of staff to Michigan's senior senator … polarizing times."  President Montgomery says VanKuiken set the bar high for the award in its inaugural year, "This …

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

Ryan Rubarth races into his finance future

Haworth College of Business

… of Business 2024 graduate from Macomb, Michigan, sped toward his future, getting involved in campus activities and … Rubarth as both a student and a professional. The most rewarding activity Rubarth has been a part of is the Formula SAE … for the automotive and motorsport industries, Rubarth set out as a finance and supply chain intern. He says, “The …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/09/finance-ryanrubarth-internship

Bronco behind the big screen: Alumna uses makeup to tell stories in movies and TV

W Magazine

… films and television shows of the last 15 years, from “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” and “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” to “Ozark” and “The Walking Dead.” As makeup department head and designer, Arden … effects teams to ensure that the look is right for every set piece and critical moment.  “I work with the special …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75852