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Instructors to share their poetry and other creative works

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… other creative works during "Talent Unveiled: A Festival of WMU Adjuncts' Creative Work" from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, … March 19 . The event, which is open to the public free of charge, will take place in the University's Center for … voice and piano. The piece comprises three musical settings of poetry by the imagist poet William Carlos Williams. Also, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5572

Trustees approve 3 percent room and board rate increase for 2018-19

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… its April 18 meeting, the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees approved a 3 percent increase to campus … and selecting a 15-meal plan option will see an increase of $288 for the full academic year. The annual cost for the … semester, 5,421 residents lived on-campus, and 92 percent of degree-seeking, first-time freshmen chose to live in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46537

Broncos are CCHA champions

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… at Joe Louis Arena with a 3-2 win over the University of Michigan. Playing in their second consecutive CCHA tournament championship game in front of 10,421 fans, the Broncos secured the second CCHA … made 27 saves and was named CCHA Tournament Most Valuable Player. Defenseman Dan DeKeyser and forward Greg …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/255

WMU alumnus creates meaningful connections through storytelling

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… Kevin Romeo , co-founder, CEO and creative director of Rhino Media . Romeo graduated from Western Michigan … In his interview, he reflects on his time at WMU and offers advice to aspiring entrepreneurs. How would you … in an increasingly digital experience. What was the most valuable part of your WMU experience, and how did it impact …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48156

WMU student takes passion for activism to Washington D.C.

College of Arts and Sciences

… determined to knock down barriers and champion the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals.  Originally from Michigan, … the Congressional Equality Caucus—a supportive coalition of LGBTQ+ friendly members of Congress. As a team member … legislation was introduced in Congress, they gained valuable insight into the legislative process and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73675

Career and Student Employment Services ready to help WMU students, recent alumni navigate uncertain job market

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… graduates are entering a new world in the midst of a global pandemic. Many companies are consolidating … help students and recent alumni position themselves for professional success. “It’s more important than ever for … to dental programs. Read about her WMU journey. The office, as well as the Zhang Career Center , is open …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59015

Student skin care company claims entrepreneurship award

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… their sensitive skin. Transparent Beauty Company plans to offer a sample box to allow customers to try specific … Eau Claire, Michigan. “It seemed crazy to me that with all of the technology available that nobody had developed a way … WMU’s business accelerator, has been one of the most valuable experiences of Roberts’ college career, she says. “I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64816

Reflection from Julie Garrison

University Libraries

… a multimedia lab and Learning Glass studio to our offerings. We were advancing the University Libraries’ … preparing for a new one. Our focus changed once the scope of the COVID-19 pandemic became clear, and we needed to … us to close our library facilities with only a few hours of notice. Events were postponed or canceled, and our onsite …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2020/10/reflection-julie-garrison

Swain Education Library reimagined, to host student success and programming partners

University Libraries

… completed later this fall. Services and programming will be offered in Swain later this fall by four campus partners: … for Community Engagement, a project within the College of Education and Human Development, focused on facilitating … with their students throughout the semester, teaching valuable skills that help these students succeed academically,” …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2021/09/swain-reimagined

WMU employees going the distance, can participate in Kalamazoo Marathon at no cost

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… (left) and Kim Hemingway (right) celebrate at the beginning of their training run for the Kalamazoo Marathon. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Runners are off to the virtual races! The 2020 Kalamazoo Marathon and … amid restrictions due to COVID-19. Despite a cancellation of the in-person races on March 23, organizers are now …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59104