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Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting December 17, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees Dec 1982

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting December 17, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

  • Acceptance of the Agenda
  • Minutes
  • Correspondence
  • President's Remarks
  • Academic Personnel Report
  • Non-Academic Personnel Report
  • Gift and Grant Report
  • President's Report re University Staffing Resolution
  • Recommendation re Reinvestment of Bond
  • Board Committee Reports
  • Public Comments


Western News, December 16, 1982, Western Michigan University Dec 1982

Western News, December 16, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Most U offices to close in 'experimental' recess period from Dec. 23 through Jan. 3, 10 outdoor steps areas to close for snow, Rayford lauds Italian printing industry, Chandler book creates hectic pace, Coe is new Alumni Association head, Hemphill is editor of paperback book on O.T


Western News, December 9, 1982, Western Michigan University Dec 1982

Western News, December 9, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Bernhard challenges AAUP report on staffing levels, UW total exceeds $38,000, UCCS maintenance phase to be in two steps, Minority Mentoring program is a success, 167 enrolled in EXCITE workshops


Western News, December 2, 1982, Western Michgan University Dec 1982

Western News, December 2, 1982, Western Michgan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: 98 to be honored as members of 25 Year Club, 'Carmina Burana' cantata to have 250 performers, Burke assumes new duties as University coordinator of student recruitment activities, Reports on UCCS appeals determinations, Brown and Gold Day attracts many students


The Westerner Vol. 3 No. 3, Western Michigan University Dec 1982

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

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• Powell excited about Project EXCITE • State appropriates $1.2 million for pilot-plant expansion • General Fund budget set for 1982-82 • Different visions, different promises - Class of '32: The Hilltop Era • Sons of the Polish Revolution: The 50s and 60s • Sports • Among Alumni • Alumnotes • The Politics of the First Christmas


The Church, Education And Third World Development, William W. Cobern Dec 1982

The Church, Education And Third World Development, William W. Cobern

Scientific Literacy and Cultural Studies Project

The Third World is the world of underdeveloped and developing nations. As one insightful African noted the preferred term once was "underdeveloped" but now the more positive "developing" is used (Yoloye, 1980, p.vii). Both of these terms were originally used by Westerners to describe how far up the technological/industrial ladder non-Western nations have climbed. One might argue about the appropriateness of judging other cultures by one's own standard. In doing so one assumes at least tacitly if not overtly that his own culture is the superior one. At best this leads to paternalism towards the people of the culture in …


Geology Newsletter- 1982, Department Of Geology Dec 1982

Geology Newsletter- 1982, Department Of Geology

Geological and Environmental Sciences News

Vol. 1 No. 7

  • Dear Alumni and Friends
  • Capital Fund Drive
  • Geology/ Earth Science Club News
  • Faculty News
  • Alumni News


Western News, November 24, 1982, Western Michigan University Nov 1982

Western News, November 24, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Board OKs $74.2 million 1982-83 operating budget, Powell is excited about computer Project EXCITE, Bronco football record the best since 1941, Page-Robin reiterates Senate position, Western has close relationship with United Way, WIDR-FM announces sports broadcast slate, Wilde is named public safety director


Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting November 19, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees Nov 1982

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting November 19, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

  • Acceptance of the Agenda
  • Minutes
  • Correspondence
  • President's Remarks
  • Academic Personnel Report
  • Non-Academic Personnel Report
  • Gift and Grant Report
  • Recommendation re General Fund for 1982-83
  • Resolution re Pooled Income Fund
  • Recommendation re Facility Management Contract
  • Resolution re Faculty and Staff Employees with Twenty-Five Years or More of Service
  • Authorization to Confer Degrees
  • Board Committee Reports
  • Expanding with Computers and Information Technology Report
  • Public Comments
  • Adjournment


Western News, November 18, 1982, Western Michigan University Nov 1982

Western News, November 18, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Faculty; staff; students and emeriti have long involvement with United Way, Sadler is Intellectual Skills Development Conference luncheon speaker here on Friday, CMU-WMU exchange underway this week, WESTOPS Report keeps clientele informed, Weaver to receive high education award, Longevity checks of $355,383 to be issued Nov. 30


Western News, November 11, 1982, Western Michigan University Nov 1982

Western News, November 11, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Brown & Gold Day to draw 1,500 high school students; parents, JTB seeks participation to find 'best alternatives', Feirer: U has role in Michigan's recovery, Thirteen positions 'likely to be involved' in layoff considerations; talks are begun, Second 'Education Forum' to be next week, Dance Alumni Week will begin on Monday, For Western; capital-outlay bill was very positive


Western News, November 4, 1982, Western Michigan University Nov 1982

Western News, November 4, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Grad programs get ASHA reaccreditation, State appropriates $1.2 million for McCracken Hall, Set Intellectual Skills Development conference, Recess scheduled for end of year, Appropriations compromises for 1982-83 described, Nichols named Swickard pre-school director, Woman Researcher Conference next Friday


Western News, October 28, 1982, Western Michigan University Oct 1982

Western News, October 28, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: First College of Education 'Forum' is underway, Announce McKee Graduate Fellowship recipients, WMUK to begin $50,000 fund drive Sunday, OlD has student assistant awards available, On the Lansing scene; few things are predictable, Blanchard; Headlee respond to MAGB questions, Ziring: U.S. cannot prevent SW Asia change


Western News, October 21, 1982, Western Michigan University Oct 1982

Western News, October 21, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Goal surpassed 'Partners in Progress' total reaches more than $7.3 million, Kemp says he will leave Board of Trustees, Ehrle cites reasons for collegiate reorganization, WMU Foundation elects new officers at meeting, Violinist Zukerman to receive degree Sunday


Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting October 15, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees Oct 1982

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting October 15, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

  • Acceptance of the Agenda
  • Minutes
  • Correspondence
  • Remarks by the President
  • Resolution re University Staffing
  • Academic Personnel Report
  • Gift and Grant Report
  • Recommendation re Capital Outlay Budget for 1983-84
  • Recommendation re Reinvestment of Bond
  • Recommendation re Purchase of Property
  • Program Revision Requests
  • Board Committee Reports
  • Public Comments


Western News, October 14, 1982, Western Michigan University Oct 1982

Western News, October 14, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: CASE president to be Foundation speaker Friday, Clinic to be named for Marion Spear; OT founder, 'Our contributions essential;' Bernhard letter says, Feirer and Ziring receive Faculty Scholar Awards at convocation, Five faculty members recognized with Alumni Teaching Awards, Education is more than 'search for self' Breisach, Five granted Alumni Teaching Excellence Awards here Tuesday


Western News, October 7, 1982, Western Michigan University Oct 1982

Western News, October 7, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Small business phase of 'Partners' is a success, 'Fanfares and Celebration' Dalton Center dedication lives up to festive theme of three-day gala, Higher Education Consortium fosters cooperation, Exciting recitals part of Dalton Center dedication, Set seminar for minority women in Faunce


The Westerner Vol. 3 No. 2, Western Michigan University Oct 1982

The Westerner Vol. 3 No. 2, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• 'Partners in Progress' surpasses goal with 57.3 million • 'We shalI prevail,' says Bernhard • Kemp to step down from Board • Administration asked to 'consider' program cuts • Air Force coop program proves success • Feirer and Ziring are Distinguished Faculty Scholars • Ziring _cautions that U.S. dare not resist Middle East change • Distinguished Alumni Awards presented to four • Three receive McKee Graduate Research Fellowships • WMU Foundation elects new officers and directors • Computers and writing skills are inextricably tied • Organization established for EXCITE • 'Fanfares and Celebration': Dalton Center dedication lives up to …


Western News, September 30, 1982, Western Michigan University Sep 1982

Western News, September 30, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Dalton Center dedication is 3 p.m. Friday on Arts Plaza, Milwood School project receives third year grant, The dedication of the Dorothy U. Dolton Center at Western Michigan University, Begin Reading Center; Clinic 50th anniversary


Western News, September 23, 1982, Western Michigan University Sep 1982

Western News, September 23, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

'No clear picture' on CIT; PIA compensation-JTB, Grotzinger named acting director of librarianship, Weaver among those granted emeritus status, Curriculum: Hinge pin of academic economy, Greco- Roman sport talk, Violinist Zukerman to get honorary degree, MPSERS pre-retirement meetings set


Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting September 17, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees Sep 1982

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting September 17, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

  • Acceptance of the Agenda
  • Minutes
  • Correspondence
  • President's Remarks
  • Board Committee Appointment
  • Academic Personnel Report
  • Non-Academic Personnel Report
  • Gift and Grant Reports
  • Recommendation re Gas Main Easement
  • Recommendation re Purchase of Land
  • Recommendation re Michigan Association of Governing Boards Assessment - Establishment of a Lansing Central Office
  • Recommendation re Honorary Doctorate
  • Resolution re Trustee Emerita Mildred L. Johnson
  • Board Committee Reports
  • Public Comments
  • Adjournment


Western News, September 16, 1982, Western Michigan University Sep 1982

Western News, September 16, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Cooperative program with Air Force is a success, Faculty; staff members are invited to Bronco events, Campus has new sense of importance of priorities, Status of Women Commission reception, Hess named as new head women's basketball coach, Future of Lebanon to be discussed today, Conference on nuclear war will be Monday


Western News, September 9, 1982, Western Michigan University Sep 1982

Western News, September 9, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: McKees establish fellowships through 'Partners', Electricity savings of at least $42,000 are attainable if U community cooperates, Bernhard 'Open Office Hours' fall schedule set, Western 'long a leader' in innovation; programs, Center for Adult Education classes set, Complete Berrien County project field work


Wmu Board Of Trustees Special Meeting September 4, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees Sep 1982

Wmu Board Of Trustees Special Meeting September 4, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

  • Acceptance of the Agenda
  • Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • Adjournment


Western News, September 2, 1982, Western Michigan University Sep 1982

Western News, September 2, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Dalton Center dedication events set for Oct. 1 and 2, Werme appointment; Kresge grant among top stories, Programs reflect student; social needs assessment, Campus urged to conserve on electricity; especially during early part of September, Tours available of Dorothy U. Dalton Center, Werme appointment; Kresge grant top stories


Western News, August 19, 1982, Western Michigan University Aug 1982

Western News, August 19, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Kresge Foundation awards $100,000 challenge grant for Fetzer, Summer 'Flextime' hours will end Friday, Employment Office offers help in placing ads, Libraries to have limited hours for 'break', Student Center hours limited until Sept. 1


Western News, August 12, 1982, Western Michigan University Aug 1982

Western News, August 12, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: 1,655 will receive degrees on Aug. 20; Lake to be honored, Work to begin on Tate Center this fall, Department of Geology presents groundwater atlas to Gov. Milliken, Emeriti invited to attend commencement, Final summer edition of News is next Thursday


Western News, August 5, 1982, Western Michigan University Aug 1982

Western News, August 5, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Workers for blind honor Mallinson, Blood Drive is Wednesday in Student Center, Illinois admissions counselors visit campus, Hammond says, 'Learn to cope with dog days', Publish summer edition of 'Reading Horizons', Computer Center will purge all unused files


The Westerner Vol. 3 No. 1, Western Michigan University Aug 1982

The Westerner Vol. 3 No. 1, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• Fetzer Center leads successful 'Partners in Progress' campaign • Mcintosh completes comeback, looks ahead to Olympics • Priorities Project helps University meet student, social needs • Werme appointed WMU trustee • Intellectual skills emphasizes 3 Rs • Lake awarded honorary degree • Development • Five colleges participate in alumni phonathon • Estate planning ideas: after the '81 Tax Act • Kresge Foundation awards challenge grant to WMU • Dalton Center sets the stage for dance and music • Among Alumni • Alumnotes • Steve Deshler joins CBS' "Morning News Show" • Sports


Western News, July 29, 1982, Western Michigan University Jul 1982

Western News, July 29, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Bernhard urges University community to vote, Consortium to sponsor exhibit at Crossroads, Gayl F. Werme is appointed as WMU Trustee by Gov. Milliken, Experiments held at Biomechanics Laboratory, Kuhle named new women's tennis mentor