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Western Michigan University hosts Bronco Buds event for nearly 1,200 high school freshmen
Nearly 1,200 ninth-grade students from Kalamazoo Public Schools will visit Western Michigan University (WMU) as part of the Bronco Buds program this November.
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Western Michigan University announces Thanksgiving recess schedule for campus offices
Western Michigan University has announced its schedule for the Thanksgiving recess in 2025.
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Western Michigan University reminds campus of winter closure policy ahead of 2025-26 season
Western Michigan University has issued a reminder to its campus community about the institution’s winter closure policy as the 2025-26 season approaches.
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Which Kalamazoo County area high school graduates will take part in games in the week starting Monday, Nov. 10?
During the week beginning Monday, Nov. 10, these former Kalamazoo County area high school athletes will be in action.
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Western Michigan University launches scholarship for first-generation students through faculty-administration partnership
A new scholarship has been established at Western Michigan University (WMU) to support first-generation college students.
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WMU Sky Broncos win regional flying championship for fourth straight year
Western Michigan University's Sky Broncos precision flight team secured the National Intercollegiate Flying Association’s 2025 Region III SAFECON Championship, marking their fourth consecutive regional title.
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Which Kalamazoo County area high school graduates will take part in games in the week starting Monday, Nov. 3?
During the week beginning Monday, Nov. 3, these former Kalamazoo County area high school athletes will be in action.
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Zhang Financial honored with Business Arts Award for supporting local cultural organizations
Zhang Financial has been named the recipient of the 2025 Business Arts Award by the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo.
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Western Michigan University awards venture grants supporting student-driven projects
Occupational therapy students at Western Michigan University (WMU) recently participated in a wellness event aimed at increasing community access to health care.
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Western Michigan University Board of Trustees to consider wage agreement and capital plan
The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet on Thursday, Oct. 30, at noon in the WMU Student Center ballroom.
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78 coaches at institutions in Kalamazoo County earned $70,646 on average in 2024
The highest average coaching salary among institutions in Kalamazoo County during 2024 was $192,063 at Western Michigan University, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
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WMU Cybersecurity Summit highlights student leadership and growing interest in tech careers
Hundreds of students, educators, and professionals in cybersecurity and information technology gathered at Western Michigan University (WMU) for the annual Cybersecurity Summit on October 9.
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Michigan: Kalamazoo County's football teams budget increases 8.1% in 2024
Kalamazoo County's three colleges spent $9,834,705 on their football teams in 2024, an 8.1%% increase over the previous year.
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Western Michigan University launches online resource hub for graduate student support
Western Michigan University (WMU) has launched a new online platform designed to support its graduate students throughout their academic journey.
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Western Michigan University launches annual United Way campaign for community support
Western Michigan University (WMU) has launched its 2025 United Way campaign, continuing its annual tradition of supporting local communities.
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Western Michigan University and local agencies to hold active shooter drill in Knauss Hall
Western Michigan University’s Department of Public Safety will partner with Kalamazoo-area law enforcement and fire departments for a multi-day active shooter response training exercise from October 15 to 17.
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Western Michigan University and Kellogg Community College sign new transfer honors agreement
Representatives from Western Michigan University (WMU) and Kellogg Community College (KCC) have signed a new agreement aimed at supporting honors students transferring between the two institutions.
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Western Michigan University student Jack Austin advances on NBC's 'The Voice
Jack Austin, a senior at Western Michigan University, appeared on the season 28 premiere of NBC’s “The Voice,” impressing judges with his rendition of Niall Horan’s song “This Town.” Austin, a music theatre performance student, received positive...
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Western Michigan University receives $13.7M federal grant for regional middle school college readiness
Western Michigan University (WMU) has been awarded a $13.7 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Education to improve college readiness among middle school students in five regional school districts.
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Western Michigan University breaks ground on $515 million athletic performance center
Western Michigan University has begun construction on the Kalamazoo Event Center and Athletic Performance Center, a $515 million project located in downtown Kalamazoo.