Western Michigan University2012 GOLDMAN CALENDAR

In 2011, Western Michigan University saw the emergence of the GOLDMAN. Silent and anonymous, the GOLDMAN offers a lively display of Bronco pride.

Appearing at experiences on- and off-campus, the GOLDMAN exemplifies and magnifies the spirit of the

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WMU BY THE NUMBERSBoeing 727 in the College of Aviation’s fleet of 44 aircraft

National rank of the doctoral program at WMU’s Mallinson Institute for Science Education

Median incoming GPA for the 2011 freshman class of the Lee Honors College

Former Broncos currently starting in the NFL

Times the word “Fight” appears in the “WMU Fight Song”

Current buildings on campus

Cost of one undergraduate tuition credit hour for in-state students

Countries represented by the 1,262 international students enrolled at WMU

Patients seen by students in the Unified Clinics annually

Collective miles marched by the Bronco Marching Band in a season

Record cash gift made to jump-start the School of Medicine

Items in the library’s collection

Total value of the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship given to 40 students annually

Market value of the investment portfolio managed by the Student Managed Investment Fund class

Square feet of teaching and research space at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Living Bronco alumni

Attendance at all School of Music concerts during the 2010-11 academic year

Fall 2011 student enrollment

Hamburgers served in the six campus dining halls each week

Bronco alumni living abroad in 141 countries

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This month in WMU history:In 1939, the official nickname was changed from the Hilltoppers to the Broncos.

New Years Day

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

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Spring Semester Begins

Chinese New Year

The home of Bronco Hockey, Lawson Ice Arena hosts over 193,000 visitors each year.

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Leap Day

This month in WMU history:In 1957, WMU officially became the fourth public university in Michigan.

Formerly the Davis Dining facility, Bistro3 encourages student interaction in a dynamic and comfortable environment, with fresh and healthy food choices.

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WMU Spirit Day

Spring Break Begins

Begin Daylight Savings Time Classes Resume St. Patrick’s Day

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This month in WMU history:In 1963, the United States Post Office opened on campus.

Haenicke Hall features laboratories where students conduct research with faculty mentors.

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This month in WMU history:In 1918, the school newspaper––The Western Normal Herald––announced that Western would now be a four-year college.

With over 65 miles of sidewalks and roadways, the WMU campus encompasses more then 1,200 acres.

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Summer I Classes Begin

Mother’s Day Armed Forces Day

Memorial Day

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This month in WMU history:In 1903, the Western State Normal School was established by act of the State Legislature.

Built in 1968, Campus Fountain is a popular spot for graduation photos. Last summer the fountain received a facelift with granite slabs salvaged from the former Upjohn Co. world headquarters.

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Father’s Day First Day of Summer

Summer II Classes Begin Commencement

This month in WMU history:In 1904, the Western State Normal School officially opened with 117 students.

Open seven days a week, the Student Recreation Center features an 8,000 square foot weight room.

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Independance Day

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Ramadan Begins

Parents’ Day

This month in WMU history:In 1931, the Western Trolley was reported to carry 2,280 passengers daily between Davis Street and East Campus.

Sitting atop Prospect Hill, the steps of East Hall are a favorite location to view Forth of July fireworks throughout Kalamazoo.

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Eid Al-Fitr

WMU Advising Day

This month in WMU history:In 1903, the State Board of Education announced its selection for Kalamazoo as the site for West-ern State Normal School.

The new Sangren Hall will feature flexible classroom and lecture hall configurations and state-of-the-art technology.

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Grandparents’ Day Patriot Day

Rosh Hashanah First day of Fall

Yom Kippur

This month in WMU history:In 1981, Western Michigan University held its first annual Bronco Bash to welcome back students for the upcoming school year.

Western View is the newest WMU housing complex, offering apartment-style accommodations for upperclassmen and graduate students.

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Thank You Donor Day

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Sweetest Day

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This month in WMU history:In 1906, Western Michigan played its first varsity football game against Eastern Michigan University.

In 2003, the water level of Goldworth Valley Pond was lowered so that native vegetation could be planted.

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Veteran’s Day

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This month in WMU history:In 1973, West Michigan Avenue was permanently closed through West Campus.

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Since the 1939 season Waldo Stadium has been home to the Bronco football team.

The largest of WMU’s library facilities, Waldo Library has more than 4.9 million items and includes classrooms and study rooms for student use.

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Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Hanukkah Commencement

First Day of Winter

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day Kwanzaa BeginsNew Year’s Eve

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This month in WMU history:In 1956, WMU alumnus Ira Murchison earns gold medal in the 4x100-meter relay at the Olympic games in Melbourne, Australia.

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