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Western News, June 30, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 30, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Despite funding boost; Haenicke sees little revenue growth in budget, Percentage increase is second highest in the state, Lyddon to direct planning; institutional research, Liggett to concentrate efforts on quality initiatives, Trustees table 5.5 percent increase in tuition
Western News, June 16, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 16, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Advocacy efforts could payoff in appropriations process, Budgetary constraints may force sports reductions, Senate approves committee recommendations regarding campus observance of King birthday, Haenicke honored by local Boy Scouts council, More than 1,800 degrees to be awarded June 25, Master's and doctoral programs in counseling earn accreditation from national organization, Houser investigates 'pressure cooker' technique to turn toxic compounds into harmless material
Western News, June 2, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, June 2, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: 2,750 freshmen expected for orientation June 12-July 19, Three centers funded through campus wide competition, Sky Broncos flyaway with second place in the nation, WMU Foundation to honor Arwady for volunteer work, Award boosts second year of efforts to improve international business focus; trade opportunities, Business college going global to better prepare students, Federal grant funds exchange with Latvia, New information technology to be showcased at June 13 Telecity Expo in Fetzer Center
Western News, May 19,1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, May 19,1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: International advisers will visit here this month as part of USIA, College Board training program, Hybrid electric vehicle getting ready for the 'challenge', Leja wins Fulbright award for work in Taiwan, Dybek earns kudos for his creative writing, Boersma honored for work in speech pathology, audiology, Graduate Research Fellows receive $10,000 awards, WMU awarded grant to become host sitefor critically-acclaimed National Writing Project
Western News, May 5, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, May 5, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Haenicke briefs trustees on Carnegie Classification, discusses tuition outlook and internationalization, Network project links schools with computer resources, 29th International Congress on Medieval Studies will draw 2,500 scholars from around the world, WMU plays host to Michigan Youth Arts Festival, Workshop offered on securing federal funding, BIS sponsors workshop on business communication, Program tailored to help early-career faculty with research and creative activities as well as funding
Western News, April 14, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 14, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: University to award record number of degrees April 23, NPR news correspondent on campus April 15, Micklin awarded NATO funds for workshop, LaRoy pursues dream of running in Boston Marathon, Sunseeker 93 selected for tour through Arkansas, Gary Fund campaigners hope to raise $315,000, Two economists complete study for Ameritech
Western News, April 7, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, April 7, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Haenicke issues letter on sexual assault awareness, Undergraduate researchers to gather here for conference, Expert on linguistics, author of romance novels to make four presentations as Visiting Scholar, Haberman to discuss teacher education trends, Final lecture set in underground economy series
Western News, March 31, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 31, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: NSF staff member to conduct presentations on funding, Departments needed to provide information for master calendar available on the VAX / VMS, Speaker to compare experiences of blacks; Jews, WMU staff member pens book on noted social reformer, WMU part of national effort to improve water education, April 4-8 Clothesline Project symbolizes airing of society's dirty laundry
Western News, March 24, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 24, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Trustees table room and board rate increase, discuss recommendations to reduce costs, Sessions to focus on diversity in teaching and learning, Ferguson heads Paper Technology Foundation, Hannah to direct public affairs and administration, Totals reach $9.5 million in grants, $2.8 million in gifts, Expert on educational underachievers slated for several addresses during March 30-31 visit
Western News, March 17, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 17, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Haenicke reiterates need for support in seeking equity, Three commencement ceremonies set for April 23, Open house format allows prospective students to explore their options at 'Gold Pride Preview', Leading environmentalist here for Earth Week, Clothesline Project to provide visual reminder of need to end the cycle of sexual violence
Western News, March 10, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, March 10, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Partnership with company leads to new research center, College Bowl team wins regional title; qualifies for nationals, Political comedy troupe takes satiric jab at those who claim feminism is a dirty word, Renowned anthropologist to discuss race; culture, Shakespeare Festival will span a month with lectures; productions and films
Western News, February 24, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, February 24, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Carr pledges support for aviation program in Battle Creek, Asian connection lands British Fulbright Fellow here for admissions work, Teams ofWMU students working under grant to improve communication in area schools, Walwood renovation praised by local historical group, McCarty selected to teach at center in Japan
Western News, February 17, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, February 17, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Students choose service projects over suntans for break, Top minority students here for HEIS Competition Feb. 18, Winter not as deeply rooted in Wood Hall greenhouse, WMU program to provide leadership training for Muskegon Heights High School students
Western News, February 10, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, February 10, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Campus wide efforts to promote diversity earn regional award from student personnel group, Upton, Wolpe to address congressional reform, Student employment referral service plans week to recognize contributions of student employees, Benton named head of student volunteer services, Grant helps WMU give teachers techniques for getting students excited about physics
Western News, February 3, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, February 3, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Haenicke calls on supporters for united front to fight for funding equity, Four goals designed to enhance international education, Crews work round the clock to stay out in front of snow, Merling Trio selected for prestigious competition
Western News, January 27, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, January 27, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: St. John, Boldi elected to board leadership posts, Haenicke comments on MLK Day and funding strategy, Shaw appointed to lead fund-raising activities, Bhatt selected as chief of staff in health center, Butterfield returns from trip with fresh insight on Zhirinovsky and political climate in Russia, Grant paves wayfor new high school math curricula, Several events planned in observance of Black History Month in February
Western News, January 20, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, January 20, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story highlights: Two to be recognized with University's top award for faculty members, Doctoral students named first recipients of fellowships, Interactive kiosk puts information at users' fingertips, Trustee St. John to speak atAPA meeting
Western News, January 13, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, January 13, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Three faculty members to be honored for superior skills in the classroom, WMU science and mathematics evaluator will help spread the word about innovations, Renowned author, teacher and activist to give first William A. Burian Memorial Lecture, Dean earns prestigious food service certification
Western News, January 6, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News, January 6, 1994, Western Michigan University
Western News (1972-2018)
Story Highlights: Nursing program moves ahead with $5 million in gifts, Haenicke comments on proposed appropriation figures, Business building named for founding dean Schneider, Maier's views on the historical Jesus showcased on international radio and in national magazine, Urban Bush Women performance is Jan. 15
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