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Petcovic named to WMU arts and sciences leadership position

College of Arts and Sciences

… she came to WMU from Oregon State University, where she was coordinator for a K-12 outreach program called Science … Science Foundation Teaching Fellow in the Portland school system. She earned a bachelor's degree at Smith College and …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/petcovic-associate-dean

Alumni Spotlight

English

… and author, in Chicago, I didn’t major in journalism. I wanted to be a creative writer. I wanted to write novels and short stories. Little did I think … for San Antonio Public Library (SAPL), a municipal library system serving over 2,000,000 people. I manage all of SAPL's …

https://wmich.edu/english/alumni-0

Statement on Social and Racial Justice

Seita Scholars Program

… for Fostering Success and the Seita Scholars program unwaveringly participates in the quest for equality, social … among youth and young adults aging out of the foster care system. Individuals who have experienced foster care are, … characteristics, hopes and dreams that intersect in ways that would light up like a starlit sky. As a group, …

https://wmich.edu/fosteringsuccess/statement-on-social-racial-justice

WMU's Heritage Hall garners highest green building ranking

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… in the Leadership in Environment and Energy Design—LEED—system, which is the nation's most widely used green … building ranking. Historic Heritage Hall The University was notified June 2 by the U.S. Green Building Council, … first LEED Platinum building. Heritage Hall, which was opened in 1905, was WMU's first building and sits atop …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40423

Seven to be feted as top staffers for fall 2016

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… fall 2016 recipients of the Semiannual Make a Difference Award. The recipients will each receive $300, before taxes, and a commemorative certificate. Fall 2016 award recipients Andrew Bachmann , police sergeant, … Police Officers Association; and WMU Staff Compensation System, members of which are represented by the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36753

Cousins and Petcovic named to arts and sciences leadership positions

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… she came to WMU from Oregon State University, where she was coordinator for a program called Science Connections. … Science Foundation Teaching Fellow in the Portland school system. She earned a bachelor's degree at Smith College and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/37028

Many campus offices closed for MLK Day

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… aerobic classes. Unified Clinics is closed Monday, Jan. 16. Waldo Library will close at midnight Sunday, Jan. 15, and remain closed Monday, Jan. 16. The Swain Education, Maybee Music and Dance, and Archives … reduce energy costs during the recess, heating and cooling systems in all classroom buildings controlled by the WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37292

Former school superintendent named interim education dean

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Burt KALAMAZOO—Dr. Walter L. Burt, associate professor of educational … pending approval by the WMU Board of Trustees. "Walter Burt brings to the college many years of education … deficit elimination plan for the financially strapped system as well as an approved district reorganization plan. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2485

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 … element, new jets and lighting, and a freeze protection system to extend the months of safe operation. The proposed …

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

WMU offices closed Monday for Memorial Day

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… Sunday, May 25-26, and are closed Memorial Day, May 27. Subway, located in the Bronco Mall on the lower level of the … Friday, May 24, and reopens at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 28. Waldo Library closes at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 25; and is … costs while the University is closed, heating and cooling systems in all office and classroom buildings controlled by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7241