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Dr. Lawrence B. Schlack obituary
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… Michigan University, died July 8 at Rose Arbor Hospice. He was 85. Survivors include his wife, Dr. Marilyn Schlack, … at WMU multiple times and in multiple teaching roles. He was a full-time member of the faculty from 1964 to 1967 and … 1981 to 1988, officially retiring in 1988 after a decade of service to the University. However, he continued to serve …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48924
Influential philanthropist, accomplished visual artist receives Western honorary degree
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… Petersen KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University awarded an honorary degree to Audrey Morean Petersen , an … Michigan, along with James Golden . The company began as a service facility for electronic modules, printed circuit … manufacturing solutions company. Headquartered in the Gateway area of St. Petersburg, Florida, it has more than 100 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/70214
Herbert W. Kenz obituary
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… and longtime member of the military, died Sept. 17. He was 87. Kenz, of Kalamazoo, spent 30 years in education, … associate director of the office in 1988 after 23 years of service. During his tenure as associate director, Kenz was responsible for all federal, state and University …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27621
Accountancy student puts industry learning into action at WMU Haworth
Haworth College of Business
… understanding of each firm, its values and the variety of service lines it offers,” Ndikumana says. “The Business Externship Program was both inspiring and insightful, and I look forward to applying everything I’ve learned in my journey …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/accountancy-hosanna-ndikumana-externships-nabainc
Nominations sought for Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award
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… Nominations sought for Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Nominations Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award are due Jan. 30, 2015. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Nominations are … are eligible if they have at least seven academic years of service to the University and are not previous winners. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/19988
Refreshments, games to greet returning students, faculty and staff
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… and introduce members of the campus community to the many services and resources available to them at Sindecuse. About … and improving patient health. Clinic and nursing services include evaluation and treatment for a variety of … promotion and education programs, counseling and psychiatry services for students, lab and X-ray diagnostic services, a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/08/18070
Experienced manager, Army officer takes military affairs helm
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… Tracey Quada, who in June became director of Career Services at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. "Joyce … business and higher education knowledge to WMU. She's well aware of the needs that current, reservist and dependent … for Academic Success Programs. "Her positive attitude and unwavering commitment to help students make her a wonderful …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19184
Nobel Peace laureate brings message to WMU
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… WMU Submitted by Erin Flynn on Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Tawakkol Karman will speak at the Great Lakes PeaceJam Spring … East and Northern Africa. Now, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Tawakkol Karman will share her story at Western Michigan … as mentors to younger students. Business students in a service-learning course also complete dozens of volunteer …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58403
Make a Difference staff award nominations due
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… Make a Difference staff award nominations due Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … Western Michigan University's semiannual Make a Difference awards are due by Friday, Feb. 28 . Make a Difference is a … awards presented to employees who provide exceptional service to the University. Every fall and spring, semiannual …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/12876
Martin E. Gingerich obituary
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… , professor emeritus of English, died Oct. 19 . He was 84. Gingerich, of Buckley, Michigan, joined the WMU … in 1968 and retired in 1990 after more than 21 years of service to the University. He conducted research in the Wales while on sabbatical leave in 1977-78. His book, W.H. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43957