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Western News, December 9, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, December 9, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Senate endorses Haenicke proposal regarding Martin Luther King Jr. birthday observance, Graduate students hope their success encourages others, Agreement signed with Japan Aviation Academy, New mentoring program launched with federal grant, Branchaw honored by international association
Western News, December 2, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, December 2, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: State students testing new curriculum developed here, Exhibit showcases original correspondence from Mark Twain to 'angelfish', Oxford University Press publishes two books by new faculty member on creation and time, Caringella-MacDonald earns national award, World Bank taps Brinkerhoff for work in Russia, 66 faculty and staff members to be inducted into 25 Year Club at banquet
Western News, November 18, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, November 18, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Haenicke issues memo outlining budget decisions and plans for 1993-94, Congress approves $6 million grant to expand, move WMU aviation school to Battle Creek, WMU one of four state schools selected for loan program, Engineering college to offer its first doctoral program starting in fall 1994, Campus United Way drivejust short of $148, 000 target
Western News, November 11, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, November 11, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Workload prompts president to conduct search for senior level official to assist with planning, Board praises Haenicke for leadership and for following 'continuous path of excellence', Senate approves timetable for General Education Policy, Wolpe to present lecture on U.S. foreign policy
Western News, November 4, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, November 4, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Barrett says legislators must increase support and deal with disparity between institutions, Burke to retire after 30 years of WMU service, Aviation curriculum slated for redesign under new grant, Employees build skills through apprenticeship program
Western News, October 28, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, October 28, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Knowledge of teamwork comes in handy as Brinn helps United Way reach $6 million goal, Simulation promotes cooperation between disciplines, Author and illustrator to speak here Nov. 5 as part of Children's Book Week conference, Researchers developing device to assist blind children, Nigerinn sculptor in residence through November
Western Michigan, October 21, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western Michigan, October 21, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Several events set in connection with opening of Carol Haenicke collection of women's poetry, Swartz chosen to fill dean of students position, '101' instructors make transition easier for freshmen, S~ial activist to present peace week keynote address, Specialists, NFL Hall of Farner to share views on diagnosis and treatment of panic disorder, Endowment fund is important source of support for WMU departments
Western News, October 14, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, October 14, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Haenicke announces plans to cover larger than anticipated budget deficit, University shoots for $148,000 goal by Oct. 29 in campaign for Greater Kalamazoo United Way, Cottrell explores theater education in China, Riley gives mathematics teaching tips to parents, Teleconference to observe World Food Day
Western News, October 7, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, October 7, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Key support moves aviation proposal foward, final action on legislation expected this month, Patrol to promote peace in neighborhoods, 'Great Sexpectations' goes on the road to educate young adults about decision-making, Grant enables WMU to create one-of-a-kind program
Western News, September 30, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, September 30, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Homecoming '93 activities designed to celebrate the spirit of the Olympics, Engfest to focus on the controversial classroom, Graduate student wins Fulbright grant to study in Italy, Fall ethics center lecture topics to range from religion to accounting to environmentalism, Simon to discuss effects of population on economics
Western News, September 23, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, September 23, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Plans move ahead as architect selected for science facility, Enrollment of beginning freshmen is stable despite 3 percent drop in pool, Alumni establish center for Anglo-Saxon studies in honor of prominent teacher and author, Grants for July and August total $2 million; nearly 85 percent come from federal sources, Two nationally known occupational therapists selected to receive Outstanding Alumni Award
Western News, September 16, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, September 16, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Haenicke discusses negotiations, budget in senate remarks, eDGE has clearer role in curriculum review process, New works installed as part of Sculpture Tour Program, Access to more than 30 databases offered in pilot project conducted by University libraries, Activities planned for Hispanic Heritage Month, Ziring edits book detailing current events in Europe
Western News, September 9, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, September 9, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Riegle backs WMU plan to expand aviation programs, Geologist part of federal project to explore oil reserves, Faculty and staff donate $244,628 to Annual Fund, WMU to compete in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Challenge, Breisach's book is first to relate complete story of Progressive history from debut to demise, Tang book emphasizes growing importance of transfer pricing in the '90s
Western News, September 2, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, September 2, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Tentative agreement reached with faculty union, Query selected as dean of University libraries, Collection of books by American women poets named for Carol Haenicke, Gary Center addition opens after summer of construction, Officials report on progress of nursing program; announce that launch will not be in 1993-94, New system will help students and advisers better chart their course through college, Charity, Decker, Meyer among Hall of Fame inductees
Western News, August 19, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, August 19, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: WMU elected to membership in prestigious national association, Speech and hearing specialists receive federal grant to study effects of classroom amplification, Krawutschke named to board, Stillwell earns arts award.
Western News, August 5, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, August 5, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: $2.2million deficit projected; Haenicke imposes hiring freeze, Grants set record at $15.8 million after largest one-year jump in WMU history, Henderson asked to review communication issues.
Western News, July 22, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, July 22, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Engler names WMU graduate to board, Warfield to be recommended in minority affairs, Mathematics refonn project earns national honor, Brinkerhoff awarded contract to work on World Bank project.
Western News, July 8,1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, July 8,1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Haenicke presents board committee with tentative budget outlook, WMU-based network to provide tutoring for migrant children, Henderson selected to take on enrollment management activities, Haenicke looks forward to talks with optimism.
Western News, June 17, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 17, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Meinert named intercollegiate athletics director, Dooley chosen to participate in NATO discussions, WMU Sunseeker 93 team ofTto the 'rayces' in Texas, Racial harassment is topic of workshop at EMU June 29-30, Verser earns grant for travel to conference in New Zealand, Butterfield to study political parties in Russia, Brethower earns Lifetime Achievements Award.
Western News, June 3,1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 3,1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Senate OKs policy changes giving departments more control over doctoral degree requirements, Faculty and staff work to make Kalamazoo a 'telecity, Payne selected to direct recreation programs, Delegation attends dedication of campus in Malaysia, Bate earns statewide honor, William Parfet named 'Volunteer of the Year'; he and three others honored for contributions, Van Hoeven leads local group, Wygant wins award for work on MODAPTS language.
Western News, May 20,1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, May 20,1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Haenicke urges employees to learn about ballot initiative, Byle; Kundel selected for Distinguished Service Awards, Three departments in student affairs renamed; Bryan chosen for position in Career Services, Capozzi on research council, Bernhard Center to become smoke free Tuesday, June 1.
Western News, May 6,1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, May 6,1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Miller remembered for leadership during great growth, Haenicke testifies before House subcommittee; legislators concerned about tuition, compensation, 2,500 expected here for 28th Medieval Congress, New Mathematics Education Center previewed, Gary Fund moves to WMU Foundation offices.
Western News, April 15, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 15, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Reish chosen as dean of Lee Honors College, WMU program putting first-grade readers back on track, Smith earns highest tribute from state organization, Stenesh book offers new approach to biochemistry, Maier directing project to compile oral history recorded by prominent Kalamazoo physician, Castel book on Civil War wins prestigious prize.
Western News, April 8, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 8, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Founding director and new graduates will share the limelight in Lee Honors College observance, From two to 276 students - Department of Occupational Therapy has come a long way, Noted Australian entomologist will lead sessions as part of Visiting Scholars and Artists Program, Race relations institute works to ease tensions with seminars for city of Kalamazoo employees.
Western News, April 1, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 1, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Senate approves lion's share of proposal for revised general education policy, WMU 'committed to proper zoning' for most of research and business park land, official says, Undergraduate researchers to showcase work, Sharma, Ellin to lead Faculty Senate in 1993-94.
Western News, March 25, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 25, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Board OKs summary plan for research and business park, Trustees give go-ahead to first phase of park, Chicago firm to provide development services, Hispanic week to feature 'LaBamba' writer/director, Lighting designer to speak as part of visiting artists program, Conference to explore issues facing Native Americans, Cambridge scholar to present Eliade lectures, Self-Enhancement Services helps put troubled students back on their feet, 'Bod Squad' comes to the rescue in health education, Hodge selected for national ad hoc committee to make recommendations on reaccreditation.
Western News, March 18, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 18, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Roy S. Roberts resigns from Board of Trustees, Three to be honored with 'Woman of the Year' awards, Barrett has 'open door' policy to promote communication, Pretty elected president and CEO ofWMU Foundation, Former faculty member to speak as part of Whitney M. Young Ir. Scholars Program, Young to discuss memories of the Holocaust March 23, Admissions staff targets high school juniors with revamped on-campus recruitment program.
Western News, March 11, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 11, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Michigan House unanimously approves measure allowing research and business park development, Specialist in American women's history to give two lectures as part of visiting scholars program, Symposium will concentrate on Central Europe, Events planned for Gay/Lesbian Awareness Days, Spring into Wellness Week events to include seminars, assessment fair, walk and blood drive.
Western News, Feb. 25, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, Feb. 25, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Pact provides access to computer integrated manufacturing, Nominations needed for teaching excellence award, Jesse Jackson Jr. to speak here as part of Minority Student Leadership Conference, Jackson selected to serve four-year term on peer review board for NIH research division, Second edition of McCarty law book published, Ambitious Shakespeare Festival will feature events spanning three months, Lyons to explore ethical dimensions of teaching, Brown graduates from FBI National Academy Program, Davidson edits book on medieval musical drama.
Western News, Feb. 18, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News, Feb. 18, 1993, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: House committee action on Colony Farm parcel moves research and business park closer to reality, Haas comments on quality improvement and strategic planning initiatives, Students will go on 'Alternative Spring Break' to perform community service at three sites, Overly named director of Academic Skills Center, Nelson pens book on childhood language disorders, Overly named director of Academic Skills Center, Expert on high-speed rail transportation to speak here as part of 14th annual Engineers' Week.