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… Barrier-breaking book program offers new chapter for parents of nonnative English speakers Submitted by Erin … to them. But that opportunity is often lost in translation for the families of nonnative English speakers. It's a … pitch to take the program districtwide. Her presentation tugged at the heartstrings of now-retired superintendent Deb …

… Update: Precautionary boil water advisory lifted for Read Fieldhouse Submitted by Erin Flynn on Update: The precautionary boil water advisory issued for Read Fieldhouse has been lifted. The city of Kalamazoo … 22, at 10:45 a.m. Those in the fieldhouse can now use water for consumption as well as all other purposes. …

… WMU recognized for viewpoint diversity, only Michigan institution in … to improving institutions of higher education by advocating for principles of viewpoint diversity, open inquiry and … Technology, among others. Network teams will work to transform the culture of campus and institutional practices …

… Bronco footballer scores accolades for impact off the field Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jon … college football's premier community service award. Named for Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Danny Wuerffel , it's … encouraging him and his teammates to use their influence for good. "They really push us to give back and also take …

… Top teacher award recognizes WMU alumna's passion for literacy Submitted by Erin Flynn on Stephanie Hampton, … says Hampton, who grew up wanting to be a veterinarian before discovering her love of literature as a teenager. "It … just clicked with this general English class. They struggled with reading and writing, and I identified with that." …

… Student helps theater launch program for visually impaired patrons Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Imagine going to a theater performance but not being able to see why people are laughing … started looking into audio description services at the suggestion of an audience member. "We had a patron who …

… Some campus offices on reduced hours for the holidays Submitted by Deanne Puca on Spring semester … at 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6. Listed below are holiday hours for select University offices and services. Faculty and … call ahead to make sure that a particular office is open before driving to campus. For emergencies only, contact WMU …

… Black mason broke barriers, laid first building blocks for learning at Western Submitted by Erin Flynn on WMU … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—At the turn of the 20th century, long before the Civil Rights Era, a Black brick mason built some of … prominent buildings in Kalamazoo, including the foundation for what has become Western Michigan University. And thanks …

… New Michigan budget includes WMU funding for new geologic mapping Submitted by Anonymous (not … and develop collaborations with industry to assess water, aggregate, gas and oil, and subsurface storage capacity. Such … if $65 billion. Research that led to the largest lease sale in Michigan history as well as natural gas exploration …

… Join in the festivities for the annual Sustainability Celebration Submitted by … opportunity to provide input into sustainability planning for the city of Kalamazoo are highlights of the 2019 Fall … area on Thursday, Sept. 26. Sponsored by WMU’s Office for Sustainability and the City of Kalamazoo, the annual …