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Former students honor legacy of world-renowned WMU religion and society professor

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… Former students honor legacy of world-renowned WMU religion and society professor Submitted by Erin Flynn on Book … to think critically about the world," says Byrd. "It begins with thinking critically about religion, but then it expands … help them network, co-publishing books and editing volumes with them. "He did a lot," says Covell. "For him, it's not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56636

WMU alumni create educational opportunities for Kalamazoo refugees

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… refugees Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Leaning back in their chairs, six teenagers sit in a circle … Jeremy Goldman , Neena Marion and Ann Feldmeier , along with colleague Laurel Disney .  Marion, the collaborative’s … I couldn’t even imagine if they were forced to come here without any preparation for language and schooling.” On …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54617

WMU president aids in the demolition of McCracken Hall

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… by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University President Edward Montgomery temporarily … a different office the week of June 3 , taking a decidedly hands-on approach to tearing down McCracken Hall by taking the controls of an excavator with a claw attachment. For a few minutes Monday, Montgomery …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53719

Summer Music Education Master's Degree

Irving S. Gilmore School of Music

… Program components The School of Music at Western Michigan University offers a unique and practical program which … The graduate advisor in the School of Music works closely with each candidate in planning and implementing a degree … Admission requirements A Bachelor of Music degree with a major in music education and a teaching certificate …

https://wmich.edu/music/academics/grad/music-ed-masters

Alumni competing in goalball at Paralympics in Rio

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… competing in goalball at Paralympics in Rio Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Kusku KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The U.S. … John Kusku Kusku, of Commerce Township, was born with a hereditary degenerative retinal disease and is legally blind, with less than one degree of vision left in each eye. He was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34778

WMU set to honor two for distinguished service

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… WMU set to honor two for distinguished service Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A longtime … by nominators for helping the libraries be more proactive with its guests, leading many initiatives to improve service … His many efforts and development of relationships with the University have "led to generous philanthropy and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27354

Grand opening reception set for the new Office for Sustainability

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… Grand opening reception set for the new Office for … and West Michigan Avenue. The event begins at 3:30 p.m. with a project showcase and open house; formal remarks begin … will also provide light refreshments created in part with produce from the WMU student garden. Dr. Harold Glasser …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2470

WMU student athletes excel academically

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… WMU student athletes excel academically Submitted by Deanne Puca on The 2012-13 gymnastics squad earned a fall … a 3.19 grade point average during the past semester, with nine teams posting 3.25 or better. The top five teams … in terms of GPA this past semester boasted GPAs over 3.5 with gymnastics leading the way at 3.76. The men's tennis …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4137

Student group once again recognized by leading human resource association

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… Student group once again recognized by leading human resource association Submitted by Deanne Puca on … over the same time period. I am proud to have worked with the students to build momentum for the future." … professional development and networking opportunities with local human resource professionals, among other …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54130

WMU teams claim top two spots at project management competition

Haworth College of Business

… WMU teams claim top two spots at project management competition Submitted by Samantha Hooker on … of their choice. The teams were given industry mentors with project management certifications, Matt Mills and Nancy Howk , both of Stryker. With their guidance, the finalists completed three rubrics …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59292