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Western News, April 6, 2006, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: New Graduated College dean named ; Bronco Spirit Days return beginning this month; Obituaries for Sharlene Miller, Marc Perkovic, James Robinson; On Campus with Lisa Carnell.

Western News, Jan. 26, 2006, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Aviation college moving into airline security research; Four state universities partner to increase minorities in science, math; Krawutschke, McGurn, Minnick honored; On Campus with Maggie Coughlin.

Western News, Oct. 27, 2005, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Campus prepares for Higher Learning Commission visit; ATYP now calls honors college home; Research aids people with communication disorders; On Campus with Penny Schellenberg.

Western News, Sept. 15, 2005, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: GEAR UP program could net more than $20 million; WMU community focuses on Katrina-relief efforts; Kynaston honored for teaching excellence; On Campus with Chris Carlson.

Western News, June 16, 2005, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Federal funding puts focus on South Asia; Andreadis named dean of EUP; Aviators compete in all-women's national air race; Glista is MSHA president-elect; On Campus with Cam Vossen.

Western News, May 19, 2005 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Construction begins on new art center; Luderer takes reins of BRCC; Sharer leads tech transfer initiatives; International units consolidated; On Campus with Bill Green.

Western News, May 5, 2005 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: President Bailey addresses budget issues; Trustees approve flat-rate tuition; Woolfork-Barnes leads First-Year Experience; On Campus with Dave Smith.

Western News, April 7, 2005 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Budget process underway for 2005-06; New ID cards available for faculty, staff, retirees; Groundbreakings set for new chemistry and art buildings; On Campus with Nicole Birmingham.

Western News, Feb. 3, 2005 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Course registration moves inside GoWMU; Archer and Tobert named to Board of Trustees; New master's degree in nursing approved; LaVergne sculpture rescued; On Campus with Steve Jones.

Western News, Jan. 20, 2005 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Wallace funding making data usable for K-12 schools; UPS donates jet engine to aviation college; Litynski named president of IEEE Education Society; On Campus with Rita Keller.

Western News, Dec. 2, 2004 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Two honored with named professorships; Engineering programs rated among nation's best; Ten staffers receive first Make A Difference awards; United Way campaign exceeds goal; On Campus with Patrick Daniel.

Western News, Nov. 11, 2004 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: MLK celebration set for January; Litynski named to NSF position; 9/11 commission member Slade Gordon visits WMU; Muslim students present "Women in Islam"; On Campus with Hardy Figueroa.

Western News, Oct. 28, 2004 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Biotech executive gets top BRCC job; Campus tests emergency preparedness; Engineering building wins award; Linda Dannison earns Fulbright; On Campus with Shellie Bosma.

Western News, Oct. 14, 2004 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: WMU gets federal nanotech funding; Qatari ambassador visits campus; Tom Knific called "hometown hero"; Julie Apker gets writing award; On Campus with Nancy Kroes.

Western News, Sept. 2, 2004 , Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: GoWMU is first step in SIS implementation; Rozelle and Asken honored, Donan awarded fellowship; O'Flaherty leaving WMU for U.S. Dept. of Education; On Campus with Eri Vlier.

Western News, June 17, 2004, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Biodiesel research by three WMU chemists; Two receive Fulbrights; Randy Ford succeeds Fred Decker as baseball coach; On Campus with WiSeon Salisbury.

Western News, May 20, 2004, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Thomas Kent is new dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; Fred Decker retires; obituaries for Robert Harmon and E. L. Marietta; On Campus with Holly Matthews.

Western News, May 6, 2004, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Trustees adopt $272 million budget; Morin and Trout earn Coach of the Year; obituaries for Sylvia Culp, Eleanor McKinny, Jean Russell; On Campus with Kerry Eldred.

Western News, March 25, 2004, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Basketball programs make history books; Vernon Payne named to hall of fame; Staff Service Excellence Awards; On Campus with Tom Grossman.

Western News, Dec. 4, 2003, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Tech committee gives final nod to BRCC; Faculty and staff members honored for 25 years service; Holiday reception is Dec. 12; On Campus with Paul Schneider.

Western News, Nov. 20, 2003, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: New Hydro Aluminum engineering unit may lead to more Michigan jobs; Campus landscapers get national award; Libraries use Web technology for access; On Campus with Tom Meldrim.

Western News, Oct. 23, 2003, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: New legislative affairs staff gears up to deal with state budget cuts; Joyce Thompson book takes award; PSSO scholarships awarded; On Campus with Margaret Hamilton.

Western News, Sept. 25, 2003, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Record number of graduate students, enrollment near all-time high; Opera star Susan B. Anthony to perform here, receive honorary degree; Work officially begins on WMU Centennial Habitat House.

Western News, Aug. 28, 2003, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Campus to come together Sept. 3 for inauguration, centennial gala; CEAS building set to open; WMU one of top 100 again; Trolley to be dedicated Sept. 5; Prison-based group gives scholarships.

Western News, May 22, 2003, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Trustees approve, Bailey to begin duties June 9, Guggenheim fellowship will allow Julien to focus on Inca book, Board meeting rescheduled, Diversity speaker to discuss life as an American Muslim, Jorgens accepts College of Charleston provost position, Trustees approve faculty, staff retirements, VanderWeg sculpture at Bradley, Breu to visit Turkey for research, Statewide group honors Weaver for United Way volunteer work, Faculty headed to Senegal, APA, PSSO honor members at annual event, University would found brownfield research center if Parchment proposal becomes reality.

Western News, Jan. 23, 2003, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Pharmacia donates drug patents to Univeristy, Southwest Michigan engineering, consulting firm commits to BTR Park, Presidential search on docket for tomorrow’s trustee meeting, Career Fair to connect employers, job seekers, Darnell recognized for service to Kalamazoo-area community, Professional development workshops slated for graduate students, Flowerfest President Holysz accepts state award for service, Hip-hop, rap are focus of upcoming Exposition VIII Minifest.

Western News, December 5, 2002, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Presidential search committee set for action, United Way campaign tops $235,000 goal in final hours, Trustees expected to name Litynski to interim post, Longtime legislator, Floyd to receive honorary degrees at commencement, Board of Trustees sponsoring farewell reception for Floyds, Longtime legislator, Floyd to receive honorary degrees at commencement, Faculty, staff members honored for quarter-century of WMU service, More than 2,000 slated to receive degrees at Dec. 13 commencement, Center for Community Asset Building aiding faith-, community-based organizations in six counties, New CEDRS head improving mediation procedures thanks to input.

Western News, Nov. 14, 2002, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Floyd commits to the University of Missouri, Accounting alum is next on tap for Haworth speaker series, Nov. 24 concert set to honor WMU bands founder Meretta, Trustees to move swiftly to fill presidential post, New Great Lakes center funded by EPA will combine WMU research; Ann Arbor firm’s technology, Trustees sign off on 12 faculty; staff retirement notices, Fenn named by Gov. Engler to Michigan's Board of Medicine, Litynski lauded in ceremony at Polish consulate general in NYC.

Western News, Sept. 5, 2002, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Summit puts TIER in the eyes of local leaders, AAUP members to review new contract tonight, vote Sept. 12, Engineering Dean Litynksi takes over academic reins as new provost, Lyman returns to foundation; Aardema named interim dean, Campus prepares to remember Sept. 11 next week with four memorial events, Hovestadt to head national marriage and family group, Haenicke's career feted by international colleagues, Beauregard goes on extended medical leave, Schmotter to explore corporate scandal cause, On Campus with StevanVeldkamp.

Western News, Aug. 8, 2002, Western Michigan Univeristy

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