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Event management alum brings first-of-its-kind tater tot festival to Grand Rapids

College of Education and Human Development

… tater tot festival to Grand Rapids Submitted by Chris Hybels on Kendall Soto KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Get ready to … a Western Michigan University event management alumna, is part of the team bringing one of the nation's first tater … been a staple in some way," says Soto. "We got thinking what was the next best thing and potatoes are one of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74872

We Talk and Fetzer Institute partner to ease political divisiveness

We Talk

… We Talk and Fetzer Institute partner to ease political divisiveness Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … grant to support Western Michigan University's civil discourse initiative, We Talk , to expand its educational … not about politics but rather about who we are as people, what we care about and our dreams for the future. Every …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67459

Daniel Tiger brings Mister Rogers' legacy to the stage

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… Daniel Tiger brings Mister Rogers' legacy to the stage Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The show is based on the animated children's show, "Daniel Tiger's … Neighborhood." KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The legacy of the beloved "Mister Rogers" lives on with the hit television series, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30648

Sustainable agriculture practices, access to food and healthful eating focus of fall lecture series

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… its impact on the environment, their health and community is the focus of weekly seminars beginning Wednesday, Sept. … Medicine," Dr. LeAnn Fritz , New Hope Health Sept. 12: " What is Sustainable Brewing?" Dr. Steven Bertman , WMU … "Unsavory Truth: How Food Companies Skew the Science of What We Eat," Dr. Marion Nestle , Paulette Goddard …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48802

WMU to confer some 2,600 degrees during spring commencement

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… M. Dunn will preside over the spring 2016 graduation exercises. In all, the University will confer 2,615 degrees: … level, 571 at the master's level, one at the specialist level and 39 at the doctoral level. Special note to … are available. The only way to secure those tickets is though the Miller Auditorium box office, and they will be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31775

Ira Glass to spin stories of 'This American Life'

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… Ira Glass to spin stories of 'This American Life' Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … discuss "This American Life" and how it's put together: what makes a compelling story, where they find the stories … also play memorable moments from the show and talk about what was behind their creation. 'This American Life' Under …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29734

Dream realized for Western alum working on Marvel's 'WandaVision'

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… Dream realized for Western alum working on Marvel's 'WandaVision' Submitted by Erin Flynn on LOS ANGELES—Spider-Man. … "I went back to the textbook and started reading more about what editing was, and I saw that it combined my previous … and are excited to watch and my wife is proud of, that's what it's all about." Already an exciting accomplishment, it …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63090

Luncheon to honor human performance, health education alumni

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… on campus at the Fetzer Center. The main focus of the event is to provide public recognition for the professional accomplishments, contributions and service of outstanding alumni. … will be recognized. The cost to attend the luncheon, which is open to the public, is $20 per person, and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/22838

Assessment awards deadline approaching

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… Mich.—The University Assessment Steering Committee is accepting materials for its annual awards that recognize … efforts in the area of assessment. Friday, Feb. 13, is the deadline to apply for the committee's Individual … in academic or other programs. The individual award is open to employees who have written or co-written an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21458

WMU to recognize top staff members for outstanding service

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… WMU's Annual Make a Difference Award for 2012-13. The award is the highest honor the University bestows specifically on … employees. She is very responsive when asked for her suggestions on how to enhance business or the customer … seem like small things," the nominator wrote, "but they are what makes for a positive work environment and what gives …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9757