Search

Top seniors honored as 2012 Presidential Scholars

News

… plans to work with the Peace Corps to improve the health care system in francophone Africa; a vocalist, actor and … summer with his daughter. Two decorated military veterans are also among 2012's top seniors. They are an anthropology major who earned the Air Force …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/278

Concerts in the Park offers free entertainment Sundays

News

… Featuring musicians from Kalamazoo and the surrounding area, many with ties to Western Michigan University, they … in an outdoor setting in Bronson Park downtown. Concerts are free and begin at 4 p.m. The rain location is First … Barry Ross, Steve Kamerling, Lana Hawkins and John Wegge. Aug. 12, Schlitz Creek Bluegrass Band --From "the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/615

Tweets net huge book donation and generous outpouring from Japan

News

… in. To date, they have processed 2,951 books, and there are still many more, mostly paperbacks, waiting to be … sent Angles said what has been most touching to him are the letters that came with the books. One woman sent a … some students to work on their Japanese.  Contact: Margaret von Steinen February 21, 2013 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4831

WMU, Cooley Law School consider formal alliance

News

… that has led to a number of joint degree programs and shared facility initiatives in Grand Rapids and Lansing, … Michigan University and the Thomas M. Cooley Law School are discussing the possibility of a stronger alliance that … "Cooley Law School and Western Michigan University share common educational and public service philosophies and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6237

Miller Auditorium announces 2013-14 season

News

… Mia!" and "Memphis." Available now, season subscriptions are the best way to receive discounted tickets and priority … range from $28 to $51 per show. Flex Pass subscriptions are also available and include at least four shows from any …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6864

Public gets first look at design potential of East Hall renovation

News

… East Hall architectural features such as the cupola, pillared portico and the interior central staircase. Interior … shown at the board meeting focused solely on the 34,000-square-foot core of the building—the part of East Hall that was … of Ann Arbor, Mich., have been gathering information and carefully identifying salvageable items from the four East …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8238

Two honored with WMU’s Distinguished Service Award

News

… of whom have been at the University for nearly 30 years, are the recipients of the 2012-13 Distinguished Service … than 50 faculty and staff members have been honored for careers that exemplify exceptional service to the University … began in 1984, she has served as assistant director of Upward Bound, director of the King-Chavez Parks Program and a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9677

Football program earns NCAA sportsmanship award

News

… award. “This is an incredible recognition, and we are very humbled to receive this award for our small role in … Tim Lester. “I’m proud of our players for doing something bigger than the game. Credit also goes to Coach Helton and his … “People underestimate how impactful those types of moments are and how lasting they can be. We heard from countless …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51303

Life-saving innovation crafted by WMU engineering alum

News

… innovative skills to improve safety for frontline health care workers. Andy Bornhorst It started with a social media … 30 boxes to Ascension Borgess Hospital and Bronson Healthcare. “One of our core values is being inspired to help … medical workers," Bornhorst says. "It's turning out to be bigger than I expected." He credits the basic skills he honed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59275

Western celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of events

News

… of color have given voice to the dire need for awareness, equality and justice for all," affirms Western's … we acknowledge Hispanic Heritage Month." A number of events are planned throughout the month, which runs from Sept. 15 … going to have food, dance performances, music and the biggest thing will be a fashion show,” Cortes says. "It's so …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65642