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The Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Ethnic Relations on the campus of Western Michigan University presents informative and interesting speakers, community interest, and student-centered events throughout the year.

Lewis Walker Institute’s 35th Anniversary Gala Benefit

April 11
6 to 9 p.m.
Student Center
Join us in celebrating 35 years of the Lewis Walker Institute at Western Michigan University with a special Gala Benefit Fundraiser on Friday, April 11, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the WMU Student Center.This elegant evening will feature a keynote address from Dr. Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz, a renowned scholar and advocate for educational equity. Guests will enjoy a night of networking, entertainment, and a shared commitment to supporting LWI youth programs that empower the next generation.