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Princeton Review names WMU to 'Best Midwestern Colleges' list

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… which was made to 153 schools in 12 states. The list is compiled using institutional data, visits to schools and the … is an 80-question student survey. "We're pleased to recommend Western Michigan University to users of our site as … of our staff, plus college counselors and advisors whose recommendations we invite. We also take into account what …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1296

James W. 'Bill' Armstrong obituary

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… teachers how to use a variety of teaching aids, from filmstrips to Apple computers. He also earned production credits on numerous educational films and other projects. Before coming to WMU, Armstrong had been an assistant professor of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5878

WMU again named one of top 'green colleges' in U.S.

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… colleges and universities that "demonstrate notable commitments to sustainability in their academic offerings, … from the Princeton Review website at princetonreview.com/green-guide.aspx . Noted WMU initiatives Use of LEED … to the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment and the Talloires Declaration. In addition, the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6804

WMU once again on U.S. News' list of top-tier national universities

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… colleges and universities was unveiled Sept. 10 at usnews.com and will be available later this month in a print … well a school educates its students." The U.S. News ranking comes on the heels of other national ranking news for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9182

Faculty composers present an evening of new works

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… Faculty composers present an evening of new works Submitted by … Faculty will perform new works Oct. 23. KALAMAZOO—Faculty composers from Western Michigan University's School of Music … are available from Miller Auditorium at millerauditorium.com/som or by calling (269) 387-2300 or (800) 228-9858. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9894

Acclaimed jazz violinist to perform with WMU alumnus

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… are available from Miller Auditorium at millerauditorium.com/som or by calling (269) 387-2300 or (800) 228-9858. … Africa, she released "Reverse Thread" in 2010, an album comprised mainly of African folk tunes. Bullock Music …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9835

Chorale earns second place in national competition

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… Chorale earns second place in national competition Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU … and university choral division of the 2013 American Prize competition. The WMU Chorale was announced as runner-up in … in large part for its technical expertise. They made comments such as: "a very solid series of live performances …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9535

James A. Howell obituary

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… laboratories to develop new analytical methods, recommend and evaluate research projects, and serve as liaison to the academic community. He also was an invited lecturer for several businesses and served as a consultant for companies in Rothschild, Wis.; South Haven, Mich.; and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/12/12055

Marjory Spradling obituary

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… joined the faculty in 1959 as a part-time instructor, becoming a full-time instructor in 1963. She retired from the … in 1983 after 24 years of service. She chaired the Advisory Committee of the Department of Biological Sciences and was … College or the National Audubon society. Visit obits.mlive.com/obituaries/kalamazoo for details on donating or to leave …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22328

Distinguished alumni nominations sought

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… Awards. The award, typically given the weekend of Homecoming, is the University's highest honor for alumni. The … is Sunday, March 1 , and they can be made online at mywmu.com/danomination . Distinguished Alumni Award Established … in their chosen fields. The Distinguished Alumni Award Committee selects a maximum of three people to receive the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21954