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Israeli soldiers to talk about their experiences

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… of Israeli Soldiers Speak Out, a program featuring reserve duty Israeli college students who talk about the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/151

David Chaplin obituary

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… sociology at Western Michigan University, died July 27 . He was 86. Chaplin joined the WMU faculty in 1972 to serve as … served on numerous national organizations and panels and was a member of such professional groups as the American … a Latin American Studies Association task force that was a follow-up to President Jimmy Carter's special …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42352

Western honors Native American heritage, creates path to deepen connections with tribal communities

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… Hall. She helped Dr. Dee Sherwood, right, harvest sweet grass and sage for Native American ceremonies. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sage and sweet grass sway in the breeze under the shadow of the obelisk in front … and it's kind of cleansing … to keep good energy." "It's a way to start activities, events or conversations in a good …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69671

Robbery reported near WMU residence hall triggers campus alert

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… told WMU Department of Public Safety officers that he was meeting someone in the parking lot of the hall to … student turn over all of his cash. The student did so and was unharmed. The suspect is described as a heavy-set male driving a silver Pontiac vehicle. Members of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/36058

Keep things moving during fall move-in by keeping construction in mind

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… the community. Those visiting Western will find the easiest way to reach campus via US-131 by taking the Stadium Drive exit east toward Kalamazoo.  Construction on the railroad tracks across … and West Michigan Avenue as well as a concrete curb and grassed median island. Pedestrians will also notice new …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/fall-move-kalamazoo-construction-updates-2024

How to find out if WMU is closed

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… continue normal operation unless notified in one of three ways. Go to wmich.edu Closing announcements will be posted … Weather-related WMU closings since 1999 1999, Jan. 4-5—Heavy snowfall delayed the start of spring semester. 2000, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4197

Flags lowered for Petty Officer 2nd Class David J. Warsen

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… Flags lowered for Petty Officer 2nd Class David J. Warsen Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Warsen LANSING, Mich.—By order of Gov. Rick Snyder, flags on … Michigan servicemen and servicewomen killed in the line of duty. Michigan was among the first states to honor its …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1380

WMU ROTC nursing cadet one of five in nation chosen for program

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… special program allowing nursing graduates to delay active duty to pursue a graduate degree full time. Shelley Aurand of Niles, Mich., was commissioned as an Army nurse Dec. 13 and graduated the … degree in nursing from WMU's Bronson School of Nursing. She was chosen for the program by the U.S. Army Recruiting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12662

Summer renovation of Fountain Plaza to feature more green space

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… Dakin , director of campus planning. "We're trying to move away from the rigid geometric shapes that characterize the … for a layout that is more informal and inviting. We want people to sit and enjoy the fountain, read, study or … top, offering additional lawn seating options. Existing grass and tree plantings will be maintained wherever …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6842