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Longtime WMU board secretary Betty Kocher dies at 84

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… Longtime WMU board secretary Betty Kocher dies at 84 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Betty A. … had worked for every WMU president except Dwight Waldo. Between her 35 years as board secretary and earlier … positions she held at WMU, she spent a total of 42 years in service to the University community. Her prior roles at the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43661

Explorations of WMU research on autism, mobility open to public

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… sessions exploring Western Michigan University research and service efforts on the topics of autism and mobility will … The free public sessions last until 11:30 a.m. The Discovery Symposium on Autism will take place in 1040-50 … include workshops, a recognition luncheon and an afternoon awards ceremony. Related article Event highlights teaching, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45421

Autism is focus of new graduate education specialization

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… of Arts in Special Education. It will consist of 36 credit hours of coursework related to the teaching of autistic … to provide research and treatment. Recently, it was announced that the University is collaborating with … will integrate practicum students and provide consultation services. Directing the center will be Lloyd Peterson, an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/371

ROTC event to memorialize Capt. Russell, award scholarship

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… ROTC event to memorialize Capt. Russell, award scholarship Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … who was killed in Afghanistan, and plans to hold a memorial service for him Tuesday, March 20. Russell, a lifelong … in the Kandahar province of Afghanistan. A fallen soldier ceremony for Russell is planned for 3 p.m. Tuesday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/242

John D. Grace obituary

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… a retired Western Michigan University faculty member, died May 21 due to complications following a fall. He was 79. Grace joined the WMU faculty in 1969 and retired in … 1997 as professor emeritus of geosciences after 27 years of service to the University. His work was featured in dozens …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/693

Flags lowered Monday for Gunnery Sgt. Daniel J. Price

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… Gunnery Sgt. Daniel J. Price, of Zeeland, Mich. Price, 27, died July 29 while conducting combat operations in Badghis province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 1st Marine Special Operations Battalion … three Combat Action Ribbons and three Good Conduct Medals. Services Visitation is tonight, Aug. 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1227

Free Saturday music classes offered for K-5 students

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… between developmentally appropriate classes focused on melodic and rhythmic aspects of the songs. Specific activities may vary from week to week but will always include singing, moving and instrument playing. No … by the music education program in the School of Music as a service to the greater Kalamazoo area community. For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1890

Memorial concert for Greg Fisk reflects love of classical music

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… most noted musicians will perform at a memorial concert service for Franklin G. (Greg) Fisk , Western Michigan University professor emeritus of science studies and a passionate fan of classical music. Fisk died … Barber, Bach, Saint-Saens, Krol, Beethoven and Widor. Fisk was an enthusiastic supporter of classical music, especially …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/174

Wounded Warrior 5K supports veterans and their families

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… Wounded Warrior 5K supports veterans and their families Submitted by … line near WMU's ROTC battalion at the Activity Therapy Building on Cass Street. Cass is adjacent to Wheaton Avenue off … Wounded Warrior Foundation is an organization that helps service members assimilate back into a community …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/214

Welcome events for graduate students begin

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… for graduate students begin Submitted by Deanne Puca on Walwood Hall, home of the Graduate College KALAMAZOO—Western … Representatives from several graduate study and campus service offices will be available to answer questions from … Sindecuse Health Center and student insurance Miller Auditorium Division of Intercollegiate Athletics Information …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1430