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Western News, December 12, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, December 12, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Haenicke to recommend Powell as vice president and Hodge as dean at Dec. 20 board meeting, Senate endorses nursing program to meet community need, October grants represent Iargest one-month total for WMU, Student researchers contribute fresh viewpoints to scholarly endeavors, Kust set to continue academic career as research standout, Senior design projects link engineering programs; industry, Graduate student's discovery replaces time-honored engineering method, Pair of young chemists present papers on their metals research at fall Argonne conference, Gianakaris compiles and edits book of essays on celebrated British playwright Peter Shaffer
Western News, December 5, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, December 5, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Record number inducted into 25 Year Club at banquet, Prehistoric residents lived well; according to new book, Visiting professor from Eastern Illinois University to present convocation lecture Wednesday, Dec. 11, Teicherts write German language textbook
Western News, November 21, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, November 21, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: WMU finds bargain in old Battle Creek department store, Board grants Haenicke $6,600 salary increase, calls him 'one of the tinest university presidents', Questionnaire designed to evaluate teaching set for trial run this winter, Dahlberg awarded NSF grant to evaluate food policies in six cities and one county, Firm selected to manage recreation facilities renovation, Week planned to promote geography awareness
Western News, November 14, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, November 14, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Senate charges committee to complete general ed program, Haenicke says University will cover MPSERS cost, Final two candidates for student affairs VP scheduled for public forums Nov. 18 and 20, Fund-raisers celebrate victory at 105.4 percent of goal, 'Marathon Man' Schmaltz achieves life dream by finishing New York City race in five hours
Western News, November 7, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, November 7, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: $1.3 million grant from EPA to fund recycling research, Assistance with algorithms is just a telephone call away for KPS students, Continuing education program for incarcerated earns regional excellence award from NUCEA, Experts on European history and culture here for series of lectures on the future of that area
Western News, October 31, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, October 31, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: University's strength will hold it in good stead for the future, Haenicke says, Candidates for dean of College of Education due for interviews and public presentations, James lecture on college choice, Alumni Career Allies Program helps students break into job market by providing experience
Western News, October 24, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, October 24, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Engler's vetoes could cost the University $2 million, Campus III Weekend College targets adult learners, Haenicke to give address at Academic Convocation, Expert on child development and blindness to speak as part of visiting scholars program, Tuition stabilization tops the list for PRRs, power plant leads capital outlay requests, Jazz dance master to perform and lecture during residency here Oct. 30-Nov. 1
Western News, October 17, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, October 17, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Haenicke to recommend Light as distinguished visiting professor, Three to receive awards for superior classroom skills, Loaned executive lends a hand to local United Way, Homecoming celebration to focus on 'united cultures', Washington Post columnist to give keynote talk during Peace and Justice Education Week, Visually impaired athletic teams to compete in goal ball tournament here Saturday, Oct. 19
Western News, October 10, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, October 10, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Dahlberg, Lawson named Distinguished Faculty Scholars, Haenicke challenges University in United Way drive, Psychology doctoral program earns provisional accreditation from APA, Stoltman works on national project aimed at improving geography skills of young Americans
Western News, October 3, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, October 3, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: WMU earns continued accreditation from North Central Association, Distinguished Alumni Awards go to three notable grads, English teachers to gather for conference to explore the 'neglected language arts', Future of European Community to be focus of lecture by faculty member from Germany
Western News, September 26, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, September 26, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Access guides printed to help disabled persons navigate Kalamazoo County, WMU campus, Physician assistants complete first GR surgical residency, 'Express lane' available at Brown and Gold Day, Director of National Portrait Gallery to speak as part of Visiting Scholars and Artists Program, Pow WOW to showcase Native American culture, Effects of video games on children among topics to be covered by noted Miami educator Oct. 2-3
Western News, September 19, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, September 19, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Senate reviews new general education program, Barrett urges faculty members to be flexible, enrollment sets record for seventh straight year, Scholars to present views on 'Economics of Education', Five join faculty as MLKlCC/RP Visiting Professors, Former school drop-out to speak at Hispanic banquet, Scholar from eastern Germany to discuss rise and fall of GDR and the role of theater
Western News, September 12, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, September 12, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Center to celebrate 10 years of serving developmentally disabled, Grant to fund network of information on entrepreneurs, 'Fashion or Fad' is speech topicfor costume designer and entrepreneur, Woods named poet-in-residence, Hovestadt recognized by counseling organization, Demand for Wilson book on blacks in Michigan prompts third printing by New Issues Press
Western News, September 5, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, September 5, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: WMU qualifies for $500,000 Kresge challenge grant, Zest teams to compete in Corporate Olympics, New substance abuse clinic to concentrate on treating alcohol abusers, training counselors, Expanded and renovated Waldo Library features improved information retrieval services for patrons, Grugin takes baton of Bronco Marching Band, Etter-Lewis earns fellowship to continue work on African American women's history project, Bronco Blimp heads for the wild blue yonder to conduct research on lakeshore and wetlands
Western News, August 22, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, August 22, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Behm to head computing, communication services, Contract awarded to demolish Walwood interior, McElroy named to position in institutional advancement, Vander Lende joins Fetzer staff
Western News, August 8, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, August 8, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Gifts reach record high of $10.8 million, Dolly named to position in adult learning services, University sets record with 1990-91 grant total, Tuition to increase 6.9 percent, Washington heads race relations institute
Western News, July 25, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, July 25, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Board to meet Friday, July 26, Enrollment increases 5 percent, Krawutschke elected to board, Two selected for Academic Leadership Academy
Western News, July 11, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, July 11, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Grant to support study of entrepreneurs, Haenicke issues letter discussing budget situation, Academic personnel action approved by board, Grants already surpass last year's total, Trustees table tuition hike; OK other measures, Dominguez directs program for migrant students
Western News, June 20, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 20, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Cain and Doubleday selected to receive Distinguished Service Awards, Committee recommends computer consolidation, Bowman to coordinate professional development,
Western News, June 6,1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 6,1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Books find nooks in renovated library; full access expected by July 15, Conference to examine racial; ethnic diversity, Graph conference proceedings edited by faculty members, Gordon earns national award for creative writing talents
Western News, May 9, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, May 9, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Board OKs planning for research, business park, Newman joins staff; Gant named to new position, Grants to fund purchase of new supercomputer, University authorized to borrow up to $65 million, Board of Trustees approves retirements of nine faculty, staff members
Western News, April 18, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 18, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Eight faculty members earn $2,500 teaching awards, At age 92, woman will be oldest to graduate -- 62 years after she began to take classes, Book finds that 'fitting in' isn't easy for many immigrants from East India, Apple grants provide benefits to core instruction, Maier book details non-biblical findings that support New Testament records
Western News, April 11, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 11, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Travel opportunities expand for faculty members, Leadership institute wins national award, Octogenarian among top seniors to be honored at annual Presidential Scholars Convocation, WMU involved in setting up partnership to pronl0te computer-integrated manufacturing, Two student volunteer projects earn Venture Grants, Grants designed to improve "state science education, Welser joins Academic Skills Center staff
Western News, April 4, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 4, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Two faculty, two students to be honored by MAGB, New lab; institute to combat work-related injuries, Recent Federal Reserve governor to speak at business research conference April 9, Year-to-date gifts and grants exceed $8 million mark, Faculty member to read her translations of Yugoslavian women's writings April 8, Pritchard book explores development of morality
Western News, March 28, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 28, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: 'We shall persevere' in dealing with tight budget situation; Haenicke says, Funding marks 25th anniversary of Upward Bound, Trustees name Rooney to head Fetzer Center; Barley to replace Sanders in Evaluation Center, Festival to focus on performance of Shakespeare, Volunteers sought for Hunger Cleanup projects, Hustoles; Petropoulos appointments approved, Gilmore house donated to University
Western News, March 14, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 14, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Two to be honored with 'Woman of the Year' award, Bailey named to head VP search committee, Minority Leadership Conference set, Activities planned for Spring Into Wellness, Laborde to speak on business communication
Western News, February 21, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, February 21, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: WMU research units help boost economic development, Program to spur middle school students to college, Carlson selected for Soviet exchange program, Morris Massey to deliver talks here Feb. 26-27
Western News, February 14, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, February 14, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Senate hears results from 1989-90 COMP test; students with high GPAs score above the mean, Grant to enable better analysis of ground water, Arbitrator announces decision on Inselberg, Personal and professional choices for women to be theme of 10th annual conference Feb. 22, American civil religion scholar to speak on 'sacred' battlefields; memories of war
Western News, February 7, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, February 7, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: North Central team here Feb. 11-13, Statement on the War in the Persian Gulf, Researchers strive to decrease learning problems, Series to observe Bill of Rights anniversary, Nearly 750 top high school seniors to attend seventh Medallion Scholarship Competition, Social worker to discuss impact of racism, Blood pressure program begins Feb. 11
Western News, January 31, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News, January 31, 1991, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Speakers back alternative to Engler's plan to reduce budget deficit, Events planned to celebrate Black History Month, Gifts; grants surpass 1989-90 year-to-date totals, 12 faculty members join forces to teach about AIDS, Reid writes text on working with groups