Western Michigan University news and updates for March 27 – April 2, 2015. This week’s photo features campus lit up in blue. April 2 was World Autism Awareness Day, and buildings all over the world turned blue to help start a conversation and show support. Sprau Tower, part of Sangren Hall, and the icon at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences were all cast in a blue light for the night.
While WMU participates in the event annually, this year has been a particularly significant one in the University's long-running commitment to training professionals to work with those with autism. Last summer, the state of Michigan announced the University would receive $4 million to boost its autism research and professional training initiatives. To read more, visit wmich.edu/news.
WMU News
WMU grads ready for diplomas and promise of 89 percent success rate. Read more.
WMU expands professional development offerings in G.R., Kalamazoo. Read more.
Global Engagement Scholarship opens up Study Abroad options. Read more.
Trustees approve 13 retirements, 1 resignation. Read more.
Engineering prof wins NIH grant for research on heart disease. Read more.
University Theatre presents ‘Man of La Mancha’. Read more.
University Concert Band to present final concert of the semester. Read more.
Native American Student Organization revives WMU Pow Wow. Read more.
WMU celebrates Poetry in April. Read more.
Athletics News
Baseball Travels to Eastern Michigan for MAC Showdown. Read more.
Western Michigan Softball Dominates in Midweek Doubleheader Sweep. Read more.
52nd Annual Grand Rapids Alumni & Friends Golf Outing Set for June 15. Read more.
Broncos (Tennis-W) Ground Cardinals for MAC Win. Read more.