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20th Annual Russian Festival a Big Hit

College of Arts and Sciences

… Culture Association and jointly sponsored by the WMU Departments of English and Theatre. This year's festival featured … the event, said putting on the Russian Festival this year was more important than ever. “As the political relationship … mirrors located in the Catherine Palace of Tsarskoye Selo near St. Petersburg. Originally constructed in 1701 in the …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/russian-festival

All Life is Learning - August 2022

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… Thank you to everyone who has already renewed their membership for the 2022-2023 program/fiscal year. By … remember, the gift of an OLLI membership is a wonderful way to share OLLI with family and friends. Here’s to the … homework, just exploring lots of interesting topics. In the near future we will offer courses in different formats -- …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/august-2022

Fulbright student awards go to WMU alumni, doctoral candidate

International Student and Scholar Services

… Fulbright student awards go to WMU alumni, doctoral candidate Submitted by … selected on the basis of academic and professional achievement, as well as demonstrated leadership potential. … commission in Yalova, Turkey, located on the Sea of Marmara near Istanbul. Carver will teach English for one year, with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/26488

Capitol Steps to satirize presidential race in upcoming performance

News

… Steps at Miller Auditorium Oct. 19 KALAMAZOO—Political comedians the Capitol Steps will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, … quit your day job!"), and although not all of the current members of the Steps are former Capitol Hill staffers, taken … Me Fake It to the Right") and President Obama's class warfare ("If I Tax a Rich Man"). In addition, the Capitol …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1968

Alumna's app idea gives voice to those with speech difficulties

News

… on the tile, whether it's a horse, an apple or the word "want," for instance. The tiles represent a variety of … featured a number of functions she didn't need. "I really wanted him to make me a simplified AAC—augmentative and alternative …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1881

'Proven professional' to direct WMU's admissions office

News

… Mich.—Western Michigan University alumna Alicia Kornowa , director of admissions for recruitment at the University of Cincinnati in Ohio, has been … lead the WMU Office of Admissions, effective July 30 . Kornowa A veteran in the field of admissions and recruitment, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47494

Lemmer recognized among elite in aeronautics and astronautics field

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Lemmer recognized among elite in aeronautics and astronautics field Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Kristina Lemmer , associate … I do has made an impact is very important to me.” Lemmer was elected for her work to build a space research program …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65729

Students earn top honors in regional competition

News

… earn top honors in regional competition Submitted by Cindy Wagner on The winning team members (seated) with their capstone course classmates … Michigan University students earned the Overall Champion award and won Best Project honors at the second annual …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/6887

Alumni featured in the Richmond Center

College of Fine Arts

… The inaugural suite of seven artworks includes My Sunny Pathway, a recently donated watercolor by DeVries; an intimate painting titled Other … darker, more dramatic prints and painting by Sy Ellens, James Walker, and Peter Gooch, anchor the wall. This year the …

https://wmich.edu/finearts/blog/2019/12/alumni-art

Constructing joy: Student fashion show explores and showcases happiness on the runway

College of Education and Human Development

… fashion show explores and showcases happiness on the runway Submitted by Chris Hybels on Valentino Rush, a sophomore designer and model at WMU, was awarded the “Best in Show” honor this year for his … expression of joy is a defining characteristic of the former.  Charlotte Zervic, a sophomore fashion design and …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/04/wmu-moda-2026-pursuit-happiness-fashion-show