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Bronco Marching Band
… 1915: A band formed in 1915 and though active in 1916 was suspended temporarily in 1917 due to members leaving for war service. 1920 : A reorganized band numbered 20 members and …
https://wmich.edu/marchingband/history/timeline
Capital Intern Program
College of Arts and Sciences
… areas as diverse as policy making, intelligence and social service, these individuals have at least one thing in … A longtime political science faculty member, Houghton has always been an advocate of experiential learning. Early in his … the paper all the time,” Houghton says. “Any time there was a new city manager or township director, or a new judge …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/capital-intern
Investment, pandemic pivot spur success for genomics company
News
… cases began surging in the spring of 2020. "We really wanted to help in whatever way we could," says Mike Getz , Genemarkers chief executive … of COVID-19, Langerveld says. "The way you interact as a service with doctors and doctors' offices had been changing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64148
WMU's statewide effort to boost foster youth college graduation receives funding
News
… and Maddy Day KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Kresge Foundation has awarded a second major grant to Western Michigan University … programs dedicated to that goal. The new three-year award from Kresge for Phase 2 of the effort follows … nine funded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services). 858 students from foster care have been supported …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29089
Study abroad on rise at WMU, international enrollment holds steady
International Student and Scholar Services
… additional support for bridging the financial gap. WMU awarded nearly $500,000 in student scholarships for study … programs. The high quality of their language training was internationally recognized in September when CELCIS was … local economy and about 1,l09 jobs in direct and indirect service areas during the past year. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28607
President Montgomery forges legacy of student success
W Magazine
… of the most powerful early demonstrations of President Edward Montgomery ’s passion for the unique value Western … a major public announcement but at a Make a Difference Award ceremony honoring WMU’s stellar staff. Eric McConnell , … efforts—the teaching and learning, the student support services, the strategic planning, faculty and staff …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2025/06/president-edward-montgomery-forges-legacy-student-success-record-outcomes
Enlightened aviation adventure creates path to success for alumnus
College of Aviation
… [caption align="right"] [/caption] YPSILANTI, Mich.—If you want an out-of-the-box thinker, then Eric Epplett is your … Eastwood's character in "Heartbreak Ridge" when "Gunny Highway" muttered that Marines are never stumped because they …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58542
Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in February
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… encourages the entire family to attend. First class is always free, $10 for non-members; open to the public. Sunday, … Admission is $10; open to the public. "Signposts Along the way: The Hatred that led to the Holocaust and its Current … of international relations in the School of International Service at American University. Admission is $10; open to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/45005
A lifelong gift: 1980 graduate gives back to Department of Philosophy
College of Arts and Sciences
… experience as a lawyer has taken him from courtrooms in Washington, D.C., to countries all over the world. Mark … to come. “I loved the philosophy department while I was at Western and got a lot out of it,” says Rochon. … Law School and then began working in Public Defender Service in Washington, D.C. After seven years, he decided to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69151
Student-athletes ready to tackle senior seasons
News
… by Erin Flynn on WMU football players run drills at Warren Dunes. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sprints instead of selfies. … the field and in the classroom. As their seasons get underway, a few seasoned student-athletes are giving a glimpse … also find time to give back through camps or other service opportunities. "We definitely want to reach out to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54896