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Recent News About Western Michigan University
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New leader aims to boost student recruitment at Western Michigan University
Dr. Kristen E. Salomonson has assumed the role of associate vice president for enrollment management at Western Michigan University (WMU), effective January 21.
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Western Michigan University partners with Total Plastics for hands-on student training
Students from Western Michigan University's Haworth College of Business are gaining practical sales experience through a collaboration with Total Plastics, International (TPI).
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Western Michigan professors receive Fulbright fellowships for overseas teaching
Two faculty members from Western Michigan University have been awarded Fulbright U.S. Scholar fellowships for the 2024-25 academic year, enabling them to conduct research and teach abroad.
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WMU closes campuses again amid severe winter weather
Western Michigan University (WMU) has announced the closure of all its campuses for a second consecutive day due to severe freezing temperatures and snow.
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Western Michigan University closes campuses due to severe weather
Western Michigan University (WMU) has announced the closure of all its campuses on Tuesday, January 21, due to severe weather conditions.
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Bakari Sellers to speak at Western Michigan University's MLK Day celebration
KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Bakari Sellers, a political commentator and civil rights activist, is set to speak at Western Michigan University during the Martin Luther King Jr.
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Western Michigan University students win trip to New York Fashion Week
Genesis Fernandez and Ainsley Rahm, students at Western Michigan University (WMU), have won an exclusive opportunity to attend New York Fashion Week (NYFW) in February.
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Bakari Sellers to speak at Western Michigan University's MLK Day celebration
Bakari Sellers, a political commentator and civil rights activist, is set to speak at Western Michigan University (WMU) on January 20 as part of the university's Martin Luther King Jr.
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Governor Whitmer reappoints trustees to Western Michigan University's board
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has reappointed Kelly K. Burris and James L. Liggins Jr. to the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees for new eight-year terms, extending their service until December 31, 2032.
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WMU Board of Trustees to assess President Montgomery ahead of retirement
Western Michigan University's Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, Dec. 12, at noon in the Heritage Hall ballroom.
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Western Michigan University announces winter recess schedule for campus offices
Most offices at Western Michigan University will be observing the winter recess from December 24, 2024, through January 1, 2025.
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WMU prepares for fall commencement with over 1,100 degrees awarded
Western Michigan University (WMU) is set to confer over 800 bachelor's degrees, more than 250 master's degrees, and over 60 doctoral degrees at its upcoming commencement ceremonies.
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Kalamazoo Literacy Council celebrates 50 years with annual symposium
Western Michigan University and the Kalamazoo Literacy Council (KLC) are set to host an annual symposium celebrating literacy.
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Western Michigan University awards Operation Hat Trick scholarship to veteran student
Western Michigan University (WMU) has awarded the Operation Hat Trick Visible and Invisible Wounds of War Scholarship to Liz Powers, a senior pursuing a degree in English literature and language.
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Western Michigan University outlines winter closure policy for 2024-25
As winter approaches, Western Michigan University (WMU) has issued a reminder of its closure policy for the upcoming season.
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Grant supports reengagement of adult learners at Western Michigan institutions
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo Valley Community College, and The Kalamazoo Promise have been awarded a $620,000 grant from the Michigan Center for Adult College Success.
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Western Michigan University hosts events for Native American Heritage Month
Western Michigan University is hosting a series of events to commemorate Native American Heritage Month, celebrated nationally in November.
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Kalamazoo schools partner with Western Michigan University for dual enrollment in Spanish
Western Michigan University (WMU) and Kalamazoo Public Schools (KPS) have announced a new dual enrollment partnership, allowing KPS students to take advanced Spanish courses at minimal cost.
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WMU Sky Broncos secure third consecutive regional title
Western Michigan University's precision flight team, the Sky Broncos, has once again secured the top position at the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Region III Championship.
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Western Michigan University approves faculty pay raises and benefit changes
Voting during a special virtual meeting on October 16, the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees approved salary increases and adjustments to health care benefits and insurance for faculty represented by the WMU chapter of the American Association of University Professors (WMU-AAUP).