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Bestselling author to help mark health program's 30th year

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… Holistic Health and Wellness Program's 30th anniversary. Wayne Muller, an inspirational author, therapist, minister, … 5:30 p.m. in 1010 College of Health and Human Services building on the Oakland Drive Campus. His presentation is part … is located outside the first-floor atrium. As a "universal design" path, it is accessible to persons of all abilities. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2160

Dinner and silent auction to raise funds for social work students

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Dinner and silent auction to raise funds for social work … Michigan University's School of Social Work will host a dinner and silent auction later this month to raise funds … field stipends. The event, Sock Hop for Social Justice, is set for 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, March 15 , in the atrium of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5494

Fallen Broncos Ceremony April 12 to honor deceased Western community members

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In a ceremony set for 3 p.m. on Friday, April 12 , at the lobby atrium at … honor members of the University community who have passed away. The ceremony will recognize by name those Broncos whose … staff and members of the Board of Trustees who passed away while active members of the University community. For …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75198

Men's, women's soccer players recognized with All-American honors

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… Bock , a defender, and Brandon Bye , a midfielder, and forward Alex Ruffer , of the women's soccer team, all were … Academic All-Americans by the College Sports Information Directors of America. Bock and Bye become the first ever … No. 4, and spent seven weeks ranked inside the top 10. WMU set program records for most wins and shutouts in a season. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44205

Montalvo receives a prestigious scholarship to study in Argentina

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… program helps to defray the cost of study abroad including program tuition, room and board, books, local … Western Michigan University; it is a school that I have always felt a connection to. I am currently double majoring in … It hosts a variety of global learning activities, such as designing and promoting scholarship and academic …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2017/03/montlavo-interview

WMU welcomes Indigenous leaders as elders in residence

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… WMU welcomes Indigenous leaders as elders in residence Submitted by Erin … Robin Greymountain , of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, and Shannon Martin , of the … Sherwood says.   NASO student leaders were instrumental in designing the program. Shabanaa Bush , NASO secretary and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/native-american-elders-residence-robin-greymountain-shannon-martin

WMU’s College of Education and Human Development honored with 2025 Friend of FCS Award

College of Education and Human Development

… and Human Development honored with 2025 Friend of FCS Award Submitted by Chris Hybels on WMU and the College of … (front row) MIFCS President-elect Leah Brinker; Dr. Laura Dinehart, CEHD dean; Emily Anthony, faculty specialist I and … future educators to teach essential life skills in K-12 settings. The program equips them with the knowledge and …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/michigan-family-consumer-sciences-friend-award-partnership-fccla

Gordon's 'Misrule' continues to attract literary world's praise

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… Jaimy Gordon and winner of the 2010 National Book Award, is continuing to attract the attention of judges in … will be announced May 30 during a London awards ceremony. Set up in 1996 to celebrate and promote international … receives a check for £30,000--about $47,000--and a limited-edition bronze figurine known as a "Bessie," created and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/219

Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and inclusion

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… American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and inclusion Submitted by Erin Flynn on NASO … 2025. They served as fashion models for Indigenous fashion designer Jillian Waterman.  KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For fostering an inclusive …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/excellence-diversity-award-2025-native-american-student-organization

Academic, practical knowledge are key to success for engineering student

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… key to success for engineering student Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Mechanical engineering student Ryan Ahrens runs a … semester. Ahrens seeks out hands-on experiences, including those available in the Parker Motion and Control … need practical training on assembling, welding and overall design,” says Ahrens. “Working on the shop floor offers many …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71373