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From Hitsville to hit show, WMU alumna lives out childhood dream on Broadway

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… a couple blocks down from her dance studio. She didn't know it at the time, but the view out of her car window … to wake up and go to my dream job every day," says Francés, noting that the play's Detroit roots give her debut even … home. "Even in the audition room, when a few of us were struggling with some of the steps in the dance, the professors …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58011

Founder of innovative boxed water company to speak at business forum

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… Founder of innovative boxed water company to speak at business forum Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Gott KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The … or register at  wmich.edu/business/e-rsvp . To suggest an entrepreneur who should be considered for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36054

Graduate College moves, extends hours

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… Graduate College moves, extends hours Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Graduate assistant Sylvie Coulibaly (left) … the normal operating hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.," says Dr. Susan R. Stapleton , dean of the college. "It also will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34667

Food, entertainment highlights of Kalamazoo Ribfest

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… One of the original festivals held downtown, Ribfest is now in its 30th year and attracts more than 10,000 people … and $40 for Friday and Saturday and include access to a no-waiting entry gate, a VIP tent with premier seating close …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33571

WMU sales program nationally recognized for excellence for 10th year

Haworth College of Business

… recognized for excellence for 10th year Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Steve Newell, sales and business marketing … on business. National recognition —The program is listed as No. 1 on the list of Top U.S. Sales Schools with a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/32857

Advertising professor wins national teaching excellence award

Haworth College of Business

… national teaching excellence award Submitted by Amy Coughenour on Dr. Karen M. Lancendorfer KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. … at the forefront of every class.” Current student Anna Griggs agrees that Lancendorfer is truly invested in both her … , chair of the Department of Marketing, remarks, “It is no surprise that Dr. Lancendorfer has won another …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68199

Garcia looks to deepen Western's connection with community in new leadership role

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… director of Grand Action 2.0, a business-based private nonprofit organization focused on economic development in Grand Rapids. "Lisa has a proven track … York, Chicago and Dallas, working with clients from Kellogg’s to Nickelodeon. She has a bachelor's degree in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68168

Online ticket sales for WMU Tigers Night are now live

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… Online ticket sales for WMU Tigers Night are now live Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tickets on sale for the June 22 game. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30891

Western’s jazz program claims top honors in prestigious international music competition

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… Western’s jazz program claims top honors in prestigious international music competition … the most prestigious competition in jazz education. No other Michigan universities received an award this year. … Co-Winners, Keith Hall , professor. Gold Company , Asynchronous Large Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Graduate College Outstanding …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64332

Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often

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… says racism is a pandemic in America—and children are not immune. "When something big happens in our country, they're going to hear about it. There's no way we can protect them from it; it's out there. So, we … conversation a step further and talk about anti-bias. She suggests resources for parents such as the conscious kid , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60000