Western Michigan University news and updates for October 3 – 9, 2014. This week’s campus photo features students gathered in the BTR Park, located on WMU’s Parkview Campus. The 265-acre campus is also home to WMU’s College of Engineering and Applied Sciences.
The focus of the BTR Park is on the development of mutually beneficial relationships that involve resident businesses, the University and the Kalamazoo community. The private-sector firms that locate at the park are recruited from three key business sectors—life sciences, advanced engineering and information technology. To learn more about the BTR Park, please click here.
WMU News
WMU Sky Broncos competing this week in regional competition. Read more here.
Board signs off on name for new student residence halls. Read more here.
Final direction for Valley Dining Center announced. Read more here.
Academic Convocation sets direction for 2014-15 academic year. Read more here.
Two to receive WMU’s Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award. Read more here.
WMU BTR Park welcomes new architectural and engineering firm. Read more here.
Athletics News
Women’s Tennis Perfect at Bronco Invitational. Read more here.
Broncos (Hockey) Win Border Battle. Read more here.
Broncos (Volleyball) Come Back to Stun BGSU in Five. Read more here.
Breakfast With the Broncos Set for Oct. 18. Read more here.
Broncos (Hockey) Open 2014-15 at Canisius. Read more here.
Men’s Hoops Announces Non-Conference Slate. Read more here.
Community News
Frankie Ballard to open for country superstars Florida Georgia Line on ‘Anything Goes Tour’. Read more at mlive.com.