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David Chaplin obituary
News
… 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
New book examines history and impact of Agent Orange
News
… Press, not only reconstructs the history of the "chemical war" but investigates the ongoing controversy over the … at WMU, draws on military records, government reports, scientific research, visits to contaminated sites and … archives as well as to Vietnam, Canada and New Zealand, was supported by awards from WMU's Faculty Research and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2787
Molecular biology lab uses classroom for real-world research
College of Arts and Sciences
… happens in Dr. Todd Barkman 's molecular biology lab. “I wanted to bring together the techniques of doing science (in the classroom) and at the same time answering a scientific question that hasn’t necessarily been studied … to classroom The molecular biology lab course didn’t always provide students with an authentic research experience. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68776
School of Music showcase to support student scholarships
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… scholarships Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Gold Company II part of Oct. 7 fundraiser KALAMAZOO—The … program is a benefit concert, with all proceeds going toward music student scholarships. Produced by Michael Wheaton , the director of Gold Company II, this event showcases the talents of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1721
Homecoming and Family Weekend events planned
News
… are gathering across campus to welcome alumni home, stage award programs and hold special pregame tailgates Saturday, … The competition includes a variety of activities geared toward students but also open to faculty and staff such as tug … of Education and Human Development Alumni Society—Annual Golden Apple and Keystone Alumni Awards reception and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43172
Kalamazoo to be home to nation's first sustainable brewing degree
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… of craft brewers. Designed to meet the 'industry's gold standard' Science courses will make up a large part of the curriculum. "Water use and water recovery are among the top issues among craft brewers …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21143
Book read looks at ethical questions of immortal cell line
News
… month at the Western Michigan University centering on the award-winning book "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by … much attention from ethicists and the public at large and was selected for the fifth annual College of Health and … gene mapping and more. Her cells were an enormous boon to scientific discovery, a sort of Holy Grail to mid-century …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/227
Why I Give: David and Sandy Rozelle
W Magazine
… and distinction. During his teaching career, Rozelle was a chair of the department as well as the faculty advisor to WMU’s award-winning chapter of the accounting honorary Beta Alpha … the place that had given us so much.” A heart of brown and gold In addition to supporting Broncos, two of his biggest …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73396
Turning up the style: Student fashion show celebrates music's influence on the runway
College of Education and Human Development
… Student fashion show celebrates music's influence on the runway Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In an epic … Western Michigan University students danced their way through another hit on the runway during the … cropped high waisted pants. And obviously the sparkle and gold." Career focused, Voelks adds that the fashion show is …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/04/moda-student-fashion-show-music-2025
Activities start Nov. 6 in honor of veterans, military personnel
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… Red Cross blood drive from 10:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. in Room 1305 of the Activity Therapy Building, which serves as ROTC … and use "wmu" as the sponsor code or call (800) 733-2767. Walk-in donors also are welcome. WMU student veterans from … combat, will be given the opportunity to speak about their war-time experiences. Activities before, after Veterans Day …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20045