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Business class completes 3,700+ hours of service in one semester

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… "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" Students in Dr. Timothy Palmer's … question by learning the social responsibility that comes with being a business leader. "Most people have this image … Read her story . "The value is how many students we can reach; how much bigger the impact is on the community." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53508

Physics professor uncovers surprising results from nuclear reactions inside stars

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… and chair of Western's Department of Physics . Along with colleagues at University of Wisconsin, Kyushu … magnetic field. "That changes the nuclear reactions, and it can change them pretty significantly and in pretty … affects anything that has a really high magnetic field. And you can always find that in space." The APS conference runs …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65582

Fueled by her own trauma, doctoral student fights to break cycle of sexual violence

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… manifests in many ways. Tabitha Mpamira became fascinated with its complexities while working in psychology … 'There is a 9-year-old girl who was raped yesterday; maybe you can start there. She's in class.' She said it like it was no …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65358

Local insights, global impact: An MBA journey at WMU

Haworth College of Business

… mirrors one of my favorite things about the Army in that you have soldiers from all types of backgrounds from across … classes are extremely relevant to the Army, and I can see that integrating the knowledge from the different … organizations that I am a part of.” Balaze takes each class with the purpose of finding ways to apply what he is …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/mba-steve-balaze

Units across WMU donate personal protection equipment to medical professionals

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… is banding together to provide health care providers with essential equipment. Across the nation, hospitals and … "We really feel a bit helpless, and this is one way we can give," he says. "Everyone in my department and at WMU is … of science fiction movie. Unfortunately, with this movie you can't just change the channel, and each time you tune …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58693

Engineering prof wins NIH grant for research on heart disease

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… artery through the blood. An overabundance of LDL particles can lead to them getting trapped in the lining of the … to environmental factors, such as diet and smoking. "When you're younger and haven't eaten too many Big Macs, the … says. "But if you overload the system, you end up with fatty streaks in the arteries. So what we're trying to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22649

WMU supply chain program named top program for 13th straight year

Haworth College of Business

… Chain Undergraduate Programs . This distinction places it within the top tier of programs nationwide—an honor that WMU … curriculum relevant in the post-COVID-19 economy so that we can continue to deliver a world-class supply chain … company Rivian Automotive Inc. “The program ensures you leave WMU highly prepared to enter the workforce, with

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68278

Management professor discusses sustainability during COVID-19 and beyond

Haworth College of Business

… it comes to how companies, faculty and students interact with the social responsibility dimension of sustainability. … the pandemic, it’s that many companies were not resilient. You build resilience by creating shared value with key … being applied to looking at these investments.” So how can individuals help give voice to the importance of these …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60155

Fiesta, film screening, dancing and more celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 at Western

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… culture and the richness it brings to the campus community with a variety of events during Hispanic Heritage Month , … cultures, traditions, histories and contributions of American Latinos. Western's Latino Student Alliance will kick the … Greek Council. "Our organizations really help grow you as a leader and grow you professionally. You learn a lot …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72724

Undergraduate research, career-related experiences helped psychology grad find purpose

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… degree in psychology, is applying to doctoral programs with a goal of becoming a neuropsychologist. KALAMAZOO, … happened during a practicum required for her degree. She'd scanned various opportunities available within the Department … social and emotional learning for the center's UrbanZone, a youth-driven program for Kalamazoo-area teenagers. "Western …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73684