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Western News, Dec. 10, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Dec. 10, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Haenicke one of 36 named to national task force to promote student retention and graduation, Architectural internship program earns statewide honor, C/TO seeks sites, donations for drive for YWCA shelter, Books use techniques of storytellers to portray groundwater resources in Michigan counties, Branclulw elected head of international association.
Western News, Dec. 3, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Dec. 3, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Catalogs highlight 11artworks and their creators included in year-long Sculpture Tour Program, Final lecture in series to focus on study/work opportunities in E.C., WIDR alumni establish fund for Rossman scholarship, Earhart book gives readers overview of world religions, Holton earns national award, Earhart book gives readers overview of world religions, Cordier explores post-Cold War defense plans, Cotton achieves economic developer certification, Off-campus management students pound keyboards instead of the pavement.
Western News, Nov. 19, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Nov. 19, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Centers for Excellence will enhance research capabilities, Bartley elected president of WMU-AAUP chapter, Deming speech to be telecast live for campus viewing, Nobel Prize-winning physicist to speak Dec. 2-3 as part of Visiting Scholars and Artists Program, Pilot version of Computer Competency Test ready, WMU unit earns largest national SME grant this year, Cordier' book chronicles lives of school teachers of the Midwestern plains.
Western News, Nov. 12, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Nov. 12, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Policy governing student academic rights and responsibilities approved by Faculty Senate, Four gain experience and insight into higher education through internship, New students find a friend in popular UNV 101 course, Economist to present talks on human capital, development, Conference to focus on empowering women, E.C. common defense is topic of Ziring lecture, Johnson to share ideas on teaching black children, Famous geographer here as part of special week.
Western News, Oct. 29, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Oct. 29, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: WMU exploring TQM principles for possible adoption, New officers elected to lead WMU Foundation for '92-'93, 96 percent of 1987-88 graduates satisfied with experience at WMU, assessment survey shows, Counseling Center earns continued accreditation, Suterko noted in newsletter, E.C. lectures scheduled on business practices, currency, Conference will showcase work of Tasha Tudor, Three medical ethics specialists to discuss using concept of futility to limit care in Nov. 6 session, McConnell to speak on financial markets Nov. 5.
Western News, Oct. 22, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Oct. 22, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Faculty to be recognized for outstanding teaching skills, University has impact of nearly $400 million on Kalamazoo County, according to 1991-92 study, Walters lends a hand to Greater Kalamazoo United Way, Nigerian sculptor returns to lecture, demonstrate work, Expert on Melville to speak at two events Wednesday, Oct. 28, AMA scholar-in-residence will lead sessions on national health reform, rural health education.
Western News, October 15, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, October 15, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Loeffler, Micklin chosen asDistinguished F acuity Scholars, Faculty Senate approves proposal intended to simplify and clarify curriculum review process, Speakers to examine European Community from British and environmental standpoints, Nationally known historian to present peace week address, Economics lecture-seminar series to continue with talks on human capital, Soviet agriculture, Butterfield to lead session on the changing face of Russia.
Western News, Oct. 8, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Oct. 8, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: $6 million project to transform secondary mathematics teaching and learning, Haenicke announces plans for mini-sabbatical' to focus his energy on internal University affairs, Sharma to receive Distinguished Service Award, Child development expert will discuss views on children and violence, multicultural education, Parfet to be recognized with honorary degree for volunteer leadership in WMU fund raising, WMU again cited in U.S. News College Guide, New Enabling Technology Center schedules two events' for 'Investing in Abilities Week.
Western News, Oct. 1, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Oct. 1, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: 'Campaign for Excellence' concludes 15 months early with $62 million, Money and changing faculty among challenges that face higher education, Haenicke tells alumni, KCMS move to East Campus a boon to WMU programs, Engfest to celebrate Michigan's 'multiple voices', Prospective students at Brown and Gold Day will get closer look atfacilities campus offers, Series on European Community to continue with lectures on Swedish and Russian views.
Western News, Sept. 24, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Sept. 24, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Haenicke lifts hiring freeze after three months, savings will be applied to anticipated deficit, Three notable alumni to be honored during Homecoming, Woodworth named to national AAUP post, GEM Center pumping out models to meet big demand, Gianakaris pens second book on Peter Shaffer, Unique musical duo earns applause in Italy, Fitness programs, campus recreational activities consolidated into one unit due to reorganization, Fierro tapped for spots on state and county commissions, Heinig uses drama to help children understand literature, Muizniece co-writes new book to help students better understand Latvian language's verbs.
Western News, Sept. 17, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Sept. 17, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: University faces $3.9 million budget deficit; fall enrollment down slightly, Boosters to promote pride through 'CommUniverCity', Lecture series on European Community continues, Sept. 22 reading by Kalamazoo writers to benefit the homeless as part of national fund-raiser, Leader of Hispanic organization to speak here, Native American Pow Wow expected to draw 5,000.
Western News, Sept. 10, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Sept. 10, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Federal grant could give hearing impaired a new voice, Haenicke to lead off 1992-93 series of breakfast programs, Senate to hear presentation on academic programs tonight, Students stress science literacy in Venture Grant project, Coast Guard Academy prof working here as ACE Fellow, Corporate Olympians go for the gold next week, Intellectual skills program adopts new name to better reflect mission and scope of activities, Chemist wins grant to study new treatment for diabetes, Orlofsky among six slated for Athletic Hall of Fame.
Western News, Sept. 03, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, Sept. 03, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Lecture series to explore implications of single market, Ed leadership chairperson takes crash course in current school administration problems, Campus landscape changes with summer construction, Facts on file, Spiritual leader to speak on 'New Vision of Reality'.
Western News, August 20, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, August 20, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Women's Center undergoes restructuring, Warfield to be recommended in Division of Minority Affairs, Cash gifts total more than $6 million in '91-'92, Touchdown Club to meet, 20 faculty members to start academic year with promotions
Western News, August 6, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, August 6, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Grants top $13 million during eighth year of record growth, Board approves honorary degree for Jurgen Schneider, Community sees preliminary research park plan, Summer enrollment declines both on and of campus
Western News, July 9, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, July 9, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Battle Creek business leader and philanthropist donates largest individual gift in WMU history, Haenicke to form office to assist in long-range planning, Haenicke travels to strengthen overseas exchanges, JOB program to set aside positions for needy students
Western News, June 29, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 29, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
President Haenicke presented this statement on the financial outlook for fiscal year 1992-93 at the June 26 meeting of the Board of Trustees' Budget and Finance Committee. The committee voted to approve in principle the recommendations in the statement.
Western News, June 18, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 18, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Haenicke extends deadline for unions, 'reluctantly' imposes hiring freeze, Nearly 3,200 to receive degrees at commencement; Wolpe to be presented with honorary doctorate, Jones appointed as director of the annual fund, WMU engineer uses math modeling techniques to project spread of AIDS, Cudney co-writes book on self-defeating behaviors, Schmidt wins Fulbright Scholar Award to study mountain region in north central Argentina, Weaver contributes to new volume on 'whole language'
Western News, June 8, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 8, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Special Edition: A letter to the University community from Haenicke to outline budget considerations for '92-'93
Western News, June 4, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 4, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Spring enrollment is highest in 17 years, Nursing program put on hold untilfall1993 due to fiscal constraints, Scholars to explore communication ethics at national conference June 11-14 on Gull Lake, More than 180 mathematicians on campus for international conference on graph theory, Sculpture Tour Program will expose University community to diverse artwork, Engels honored for success on the court, Link connects art history with computer technology
Western News, May 21,1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, May 21,1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Students win awards to conduct research with mentors, Douma to be recommended for post in Graduate College, New APA leadership will be introduced at May 22 meeting, University joins partnership in Battle Creek to assist with education reform movement, Reish to be named interim dean of honors college as Gabelnick accepts new post in California, Second edition of book by Northouses focuses on importance of communication in health care, Stoltman receives national recognition for contributions to educational video series
Western News, May 7,1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, May 7,1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Congress marks 30 years of gathering medieval scholars, Acclaimed authors to present public readings at May 7-9 Third Coast Writers' Conference, Wolpe to receive honorary degree, Bid categories totaling nearly $15 million for recreation; athletics facilities approved by board; IS-month river education project will culminate with congress for students from 13 high schools, WMUK reaches $25,000 goal in first spring fund-raiser
Western News, April 16, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 16, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Biggest group of graduates in WMU history expected for commencement, National leaders in integrating arts into schools to speak at three-day conference here in May, Smith to be honored at BGSU commencement, Grant will finance Washington's own company, Women's Center seeks peer educators for fall
Western News, April 9, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 9, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Two faculty members; two students honored by MAGB, Candidates for dean to conduct forums, Brinkerhoff to weigh effectiveness of seminars offered to top level World Bank personnel, Alavi edits proceedings of graph conference, Smith hopes '60s activism creates math understanding, University connects Michigan citizens to variety of health and social services, Survey of Michigan teens shows substance abuse starts young; is above national average, Rural health project aims at student recruitment, University Substance Abuse Clinic thrives in off-campus location, Occupational therapist examines long-term recovery rates for carpal tunnel victims, Month-long exhibit tofeature historical artifacts from monastery founded in …
Western News, April 2, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 2, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Students help their peers achieve better grades through Supplemental Instruction Program, Page-Robin, Sharma elected to senate leadership, Survivor of Nazi twin experiments to relate her experiences, Poel leads project to better prepare elementary teachers
Western News, March 26, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 26, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Belson helps resolve concerns as University ombudsman, Pisaneschi says WMU contributes to health of community, Anthropologist to speak on 'relevant mysteries' as part of Mircea Eliade Lectures on Religion
Western News, March 19, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 19, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Effective planning key to University's future, Haenicke tells Faculty Senate, Five construction contracts awarded for work on recreation, intercollegiate athletics project, Barnhart named acting director of placement, Belson reappointed as University ombudsman, Scholars to gather for conference on Europe; Levin to deliver keynote speech March 23, Students and seniors will kick up their heels at fourth annual Senior Prom on Wednesday
Western News, March 12, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 12, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Haenicke presentation on March 12 senate agenda, Ceremony planned to mark start of$50 million project, Month-long festival to celebrate works of Shakespeare, Get a jump on good health during 'Spring Into Wellness', Mad Hatters' performance, Race to Access set in observance of Handicapped Awareness Days, GLAD events planned to promote understanding
Western News, February 27, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, February 27, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Haenicke proposes options for consideration in dealing with tight budget, Students gain health care experience in rural communities, Students to spend 'alternative spring break' working on community service projects, Scott, Lyons selected for 'Woman of the Year' award, Two well-known speakers to give keynote addresses at minority leadership conference
Western News, February 20, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News, February 20, 1992, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Speedy supercomputer to aid in groundbreaking research, Architects support feasibility of park, Satellite uplink opens window to global communication, WMU race team again seeking 'sun' more for the road, WMUK-FM garners five top news awards in Michigan Association of Broadcasters contest, Better communication could reduce burnout, solve nursing shortage, says faculty member, Pulitzer Prize-winning author to read from work, 'lead seminar on children's literature Feb. 26, Student-run restaurant open in Kohrman Hall