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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.

By Kalamazoo Times | Nov 18, 2024

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1,808 Hispanic students enrolled in Calhoun County schools in 2023-24 school year

There were 1,808 Hispanic students enrolled in Calhoun County schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

By Kalamazoo Times | Nov 16, 2024

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How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Kalamazoo County schools in 2023-24 school year?

By Kalamazoo Times | Nov 15, 2024

There were 2,939 Hispanic students enrolled in Kalamazoo County schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Grant supports reengagement of adult learners at Western Michigan institutions

By Kalamazoo Times | Nov 14, 2024

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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Kalamazoo County Education: 18 Hawaiian students were enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year

By Kalamazoo Times | Nov 9, 2024

In Kalamazoo County schools, 0.1% of students enrolled identified as Hawaiian in the 2023-24 school year.

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How many Hawaiian students were enrolled in Calhoun County schools in 2023-24 school year?

By Kalamazoo Times | Nov 8, 2024

In Calhoun County schools, 0.1% of students enrolled identified as Hawaiian in the 2023-24 school year.

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Calhoun County Education: 2,900 African American students were enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year

By Kalamazoo Times | Nov 2, 2024

There were 2,900 African American students enrolled in Calhoun County schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Enrollment Analysis: African American students comprised 18.5% of Kalamazoo County's student body in 2023-24 school year

By Kalamazoo Times | Nov 1, 2024

In Kalamazoo County schools, 18.5% of students enrolled identified as African American in the 2023-24 school year.

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Enrollment Analysis: Asian students comprised 3.2% of Calhoun County's student body in 2023-24 school year

By Kalamazoo Times | Oct 26, 2024

There were 621 Asian students enrolled in Calhoun County schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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858 Asian students enrolled in Kalamazoo County schools in 2023-24 school year

By Kalamazoo Times | Oct 25, 2024

There were 858 Asian students enrolled in Kalamazoo County schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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WMU Sky Broncos secure third consecutive regional title

By Kalamazoo Times | Oct 25, 2024

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

By Kalamazoo Times | Oct 16, 2024

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).

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WMU hosts Cybersecurity Summit with focus on network security

By Kalamazoo Times | Oct 16, 2024

Western Michigan University is set to host its third annual Cybersecurity Summit on Wednesday, October 23, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the WMU Student Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The event aims to bring together IT experts, educational partners, and security professionals to discuss best practices in cyber defense and increasing security.

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Western Michigan University trustees discuss faculty pay adjustments in special meeting

By Kalamazoo Times | Oct 15, 2024

The Western Michigan University (WMU) Board of Trustees is set to hold a special virtual meeting on Wednesday, October 16, at 10 a.m. The agenda includes discussions on economic compensation, healthcare benefits, and insurance adjustments in the employee agreement with the WMU chapter of the American Association of University Professors (WMU-AAUP). This meeting will be available for viewing via livestream at wmich.edu/trustees.

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Western Michigan University prepares for homecoming weekend festivities

By Kalamazoo Times | Oct 15, 2024

Broncos are set to return to Western Michigan University for Homecoming and Family Weekend from October 25-27. The event promises a mix of football, family activities, and campus spirit. Students will start the festivities with Spirit Week from October 21-25, featuring tailgating, a flag football tournament, and a mini pumpkin giveaway.

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WMU partners with Discover Kalamazoo to open new interactive hub

By Kalamazoo Times | Oct 14, 2024

Western Michigan University (WMU) and Discover Kalamazoo have collaborated to establish a new space on the first floor of the WMU Student Center. This area, named "The Corner," aims to strengthen ties between the university community and the Kalamazoo region.

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Kalamazoo County Districts: Kalamazoo Public Schools welcomed most students in 2023-24 school year

By Kalamazoo Times | Oct 4, 2024

Kalamazoo Public Schools stood out with the highest student enrollment in Kalamazoo County, welcoming 12,324 students in the 2023-24 school year.

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Western Michigan University partners with Detroit Lions for educational initiatives

By Kalamazoo Times | Sep 30, 2024

Western Michigan University has entered into a three-year partnership with the Detroit Lions, becoming the team's official educational partner. The collaboration was celebrated at Ford Field during a Monday Night Football game against the Seattle Seahawks.

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Average cost of college went up for students in Kalamazoo County in 2022-23 school year

By Kalamazoo Times | Sep 27, 2024

College tuition fees rose 6.7% in Kalamazoo County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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WMU to honor faculty and staff at Fall Awards Celebration on October 11

By Kalamazoo Times | Sep 25, 2024

Western Michigan University (WMU) will hold its Fall Awards Celebration on Friday, Oct. 11, to honor faculty and staff for their exceptional contributions in teaching, service, and scholarly work. The event will commence at 11 a.m. in Kirsch Auditorium of the Fetzer Center.