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Consumers, WMU show solar energy commitment with 1-megawatt solar garden

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… Consumers, WMU show solar energy commitment with 1-megawatt solar garden Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … for 200 Michigan homes and businesses. The 1-megawatt solar power plant is the energy provider's second … with Consumers led to the establishment of a smaller set of solar panels that will be used by faculty and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35079

State lauds success of Western Michigan University's Cold Case Program with major financial investment

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… in the Cold Case Program because I know that the moment I walk into the bullpen, I’m able to provide help to those who … work, students are exposed to a variety of law enforcement settings and scenarios, interacting with detectives across a … assistance," Cole says. "I wish (a program like Western's) was there when I was in college." "Participating in the Cold …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/state-lauds-success-cold-case-program-major-financial-investment

Summer camp inspires youth to dream big, envision college life

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… Summer Camp hosted by Western Michigan University’s Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations … exciting worlds of mathematics, technology and science in ways that feel relevant to their lives," says Dr. Bianca … foster a deeper understanding and love for these subjects, setting students up for success both academically and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/wire-math-science-summer-camp-lewis-walker-institute-2025

New program helps to prepare finance students for Series 7 exam

Haworth College of Business

… in securities trading, thanks to a sponsorship by Edward Jones. The new offering provides finance students with … being hired by a trading firm. Under the partnership with Edward Jones, WMU students will be prepared to take the … at WMU. "The industry relevance of this course will set our students apart when competing for jobs." Shortage of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30134

WMU student voting rate shows growing civic engagement

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… for political learning and engagement. The information was compiled in a database that includes nearly half of all … College of Civic Life at Tufts University. Also revealed was that registered WMU students voted at a slightly higher … faculty, students and RSO's around campus in helping set a precedent for a civic-minded campus," says WeVote …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56808

Facilities

Upjohn Center for the Study of Geographical Change

… near major roads and the intersection of two interstate highways, mid-way between Detroit and Chicago, with ready access to an … center is equipped with the latest ArcGIS software and datasets. The center has installed three  Lumiere Jumboscan …

https://wmich.edu/geographicalchange/facilities

Seminar to focus on building adult literacy in southwest Michigan

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… are as a community with adult literacy and to identify and set priorities that will ensure we align our efforts moving forward." Speakers In addition to Evans, confirmed speakers and … Everybody, Kalamazoo. Dr. Timothy Ready , director of WMU's Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28805

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU gets $1 million endowment

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on From left: Shirley Swanson, Bernard Osher and Dawn Gaymer KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Bernard Osher Foundation has awarded the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Western Michigan University a $1 million gift to set up an endowment in support of the communitywide effort …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28679

Amy Seth, Howard Dooley win WMU Distinguished Service Award

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… Amy Seth, Howard Dooley win WMU Distinguished Service Award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … are winners of WMU's 2016 Distinguished Service Award. Amy Seth , director for University Recreation, and Dr. Howard …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35115

University to honor its top four staffers for 2015-16

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… have been selected to receive the Annual Make a Difference Award. The award is the highest accolade WMU bestows … receivable. She began her WMU career in 1999 as manager of customer account services and was promoted to what became … dedication to customer service, exceptional skill set and compassionate nature. "Sheila is always there for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34935