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Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting December 19, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• Remarks by the President
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Recommendation re Easement
• Recommendation re Computer Fee.
• Board Committee Reports
• WMU Scholarship Report
• Minority Recruitment Report
• Public Comments
• Adjournment

Western News, Dec. 11, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Research an 'essential' part of effective teaching, WMU first in country to have fully-automated loan processing system, Gabelnick to head Honors College, Former AARP chairperson to get honorary degree, Distinguished Faculty Scholar nominations due, Symposium Friday to honor Clark's retirement

Western News, Dec. 4, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Haenicke sets faculty salaries as top 1987-88 priority, $54.5 million sought for capital outlay projects, Board awards telecommunications contract, Retailers will have happy holidays

Geology Newsletter- 1986, Department Of Geology

Geological and Environmental Sciences News

Vol. 1, No. 11

• Dear Alumni and Friends
• Core Research Library
• Advisory Council
• Geology Development Fund
• Faculty Briefs
• Awards and Scholarships
• Alumni Lines

The Westerner Vol. 7 No. 3, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• Help with reading is just a telephone call away • Commencement will have more 'pomp and circumstance' • Dedication of McCracken Hall addition draws large crowd • Student enrollment represents many countries, states • Today' s residence halls keep changing to better meet student needs • High water levels linked to change in climate • Western thanks AMBUCS for giving 'bucks' • Married athletes work hard in school, in sports, at home • There's still a whole lot in store for Bronco fans as fall play gives way to winter action • The University's giving clubs honor Western's valued …

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting November 21, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• Remarks by the President
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Recommendation re Airport Hangar Facility Contracts
• Recommendation re Telecommunications System Installation Contract
• Recommendation re Extension of Contract - Telecommunications Project Consultant
• Recommendation re Welborn Center Contracts
• Recommendation re Capital Outlay Budget Requests for 1987/88
• Recommendation re Program Requests for 1987/88
• Recommendation re Authorization to Confer Degrees
• Board Committee Reports
• Public Comments
• Executive Session

Western News, Nov. 20, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Gift establishes two Medallion Scholarships in art, Grant to fund study of organ donation law, New program targets high-risk courses, Several campus beautification projects under way, Groundwater contamination to be discussed, Apprenticeship program provides rigorous on-the-job training, Two textbooks by Poling published

Western News, Nov. 13, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Telecommunications and provost searches near end, Ambassadors are reaching out to Southwest Michigan, Gold Company wins magazine's award, Faculty members receive $4, 750 grant to develop unique atlas of Michigan, Veeder earns commendation from CSUI

Western News, Nov. 6, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Wes tern is bigger and better; says Denenfeld, Specialist in human ecology to speak on resource management as visiting scholar, Commencement will have new look, Many countries and states represented in fall on-campus enrollment figures, Student directory by ZIP code available

Western News, Oct. 30, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Seven doctoral students named MLK/ Parks Fellows, Conor Cruise O'Brien to speak on 'trouble spots', WMUK achieves goal after short on-air appeal, Trustees approve extended 'marriage' with four Greek organizations on East Campus, Sky Broncos again capture regional title, Arts and Sciences Showcase today

Western News. Oct. 23, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Denenfeld to reflect on 30 years of service at seventh annual Academic Convocation, Defense expert to give Peace Education Week address, Trustees approve construction of two buildings, Harrington to speak at social justice conference, Stillwell promoted to associate dean

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting October 17, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• Sara Swickard Pre-School Presentation
• Introduction of Western Student Association Officers
• Remarks by the President
• The Evaluative Process in Psychiatric Occupational Therapy
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Recommendation re Campus Services Building Construction Contract
• Recommendation re Salt and Sand Storage Building
• Recommendation for Water Easement for Campus Services Building
• Recommendation re Long-Term Leases of East Campus Residence Hall Facilities
• Recommendation re Presidential Salary
• Recommendation re Revision of Alumni Association Bylaws
• Change in Order of Agenda
• Report on Groundwater Project
• Public Comments
• Executive Session
• Acquisition of Property
• Committee Reports
• Adjournment

Western News, Oct. 16, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Dybek named Distinguished Faculty Scholar, Service the key to success in the '90s; says Haenicke, Hope president; two others to be visiting scholars, Two centers to evaluate supported work under grants from mental health department

Western News, Oct. 9, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Four to receive Alumni Teaching Excellence Awards, Festivities and football-all part of Homecoming, Western thanks AMBUCS for scholarship program, Experts on psychology; health to be scholars, Retreat planned on decision making

Western News, Oct. 2, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: La Quinta establishes $10,000 scholarship fund, Help with reading close at hand in center on campus, 159 spouses and dependents participate in new tuition remission program this fall, Board approves retirements of 23 faculty; staff, Philosopher to lecture on affirmative action

The Westerner Vol. 7 No. 2, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• Service to Grand Rapids and West Michigan has a long tradition • 1986 Teaching Excellence Award recipients announced • September 11 was a special day • New cost-cutting program gains national recognition • WMU Foundation elects six officers at annual meeting • Education department grant will fund training program • Missing class ring surfaces after seven-year absence • Traveling by commercial airline is safe, faculty member says • Attitudes must change if America is to solve its societal drug problem, expert contends • Most Michigan school superintendents favor consolidation-especially for other schools • Athletes pay attention to what, when …

Western News, Sept. 25, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Western reinforces commitment to service in Grand Rapids area, Western would welcome opportunity to explore role in Grand Rapids center, Grant to fund teacher training program, Brown; Parfet elected 1986-87 Foundation officers, Johnston to address agricultural development, Rozelle wins award from Beta Alpha Psi

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting September 19, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• President's Remarks
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Recommendation re Bonding Resolution
• Recommendation re MPSERS-MIP Plan
• Recommendation re Naming of University Health Center
• Board Committee Report
• Orientation Report
• WMU Academic Programs in Grand Rapids
• Public Comments
• Adjournment

Western News, September 18, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Fall enrollment up 2.3 percent, Program in computer science accredited, Board of Trustee to meet in Grand Rapids, Cowan to be first speaker in Visiting Scholars series, Culp; Ebert to be inducted in Hall of Fame, Panel discussion to feature Soviet physicians

Western News, September 11, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

ABC news correspondent to keynote Hispanic Heritage Week activities, Flying is still safest way to travel; says Sackett, 1986-87 pay schedules for non-bargaining unit staff members published, Aviation Program sponsors proficiency day, Nuclear safety to be subject of teleconference

Western News, September 4, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Three employees selected as administrative associates, Health center to be named for Sindecuses, Students working to develop first 'plastic engine', 'Standstill' budget of $97.5 million includes $1 million for research

Western News, August 14, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Gordon; Elizabeth Sindecuse give Western $1 million, Federal judge to get honorary degree, Faculty; staff reminded to update directory information

The Westerner Vol. 7 No. 1, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• Alumni and other friends set. giving record • Association names recipients of Distinguished Alumni Award • Board approves 'standstill' operating budget, tuition increase • Haenicke reflects on his first year at Western • Engineering students develop world's first five-horsepower 'plastic engine' • Communication can be important medicine for cancer patients • Evaluation center to aid Ohio in promoting career education • Researchers working to help students with learning problems • Western's groundwater program cited as model for the state • Placement office's services prove to be effective • Russell Gabier leaving Western for private foundation post • Architects selected …

Western News, July 31,1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Board OKs tuition remission plan, University at a 'standstill' with $97.5 million budget, Belson named University ombudsman, Gabier; Loew among list of retirees

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting July 18, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• President's Remarks
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Recommendations re Fall Semester 1986 Tuition Schedule
• Recommendation re General Fund Budget for 1986/87
• Recommendation re Borrowing Resolution (Term-Loan Agreement)
• Recommendation re Computing Facilities Bond Offering
• Recommendation re Appointment of Bond Underwriting Firm
• Recommendation re Tuition Remission
• Recommendation re Authorization to Confer Degrees
• Recommendation re Honorary Degrees
• Board Committee Reports
• Report on Intercollegiate Athletics
• Minority Purchasing Report
• Miller Auditorium
• Public Comments
• Adjournment

Western News, July 17, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Groundwater program provides model for DMB report, Board approves faculty promotions, Clark to retire after 38 years of service, Sellin wins $2,000 research award

Western News, July 3, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Several appointed to administrative positions, Architects named for new building, Announce changes in office locations, Two earn secretarial certification

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting June 20, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• President's Remarks
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Academic Personnel Report
• Non-Academic Personnel Report
• Recommendation re Revised 1985/86 General Fund Operating Budget
• Resolution re Continuation of 1985/86 Budget into 1986/87
• Recommendation re Revinvestment of Unitrust and Pooled Income Funds Account
• Recommendation re Liquor License
• Recommendation re Revised Policy on Naming of Buildings
• Recommendation re Architect Selection for College of Business Building
• Board Committee Reports
• Report on Tour Group Visit to Russia
• Affirmative Action Report
• Public Comments
• Adjournment

Western News, June 19, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Tuition discount to be recommended, MLK Program kicks off year, Orientation sessions under way, Buckner selected for summer institute, Scholarship available to China, Forum on crime and disabled set

A Commitment To Excellence: Faculty Recognition Dinner 1986, Western Michigan University

Faculty Recognition

A Commitment to Excellence

Faculty Recognition Dinner

June 7, 1986

Honored Guests:

• Donald E. Boven
• Russell W. Brown
• Walter J. Brunhumer
• Zane Cannon
• Bernadine P. Carlson
• Bill M. Chambers
• John A. Copps
• Gurdino G. Dadlani
• Betty J. Deshler
• Robert L. Culp
• Ruth M. Davis
• Edsel Erickson
• John M. Fisher
• Jack D. Jones
• Ruth Kaarlela
• Adli S. Kana'an
• Janet Kanzler
• Dorothy J. McGinnis
• Margie Jeanne Miner
• William F. Morrison
• Paul T. Mountjoy
• Robert C. Nagler
• John E. Sandberg
• George B. Seafort
• Barbara J. Stephenson
• Robert B. Trader
• James P. Zietlow