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Library putting new twist on communicating with patrons
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… Library putting new twist on communicating with patrons Submitted by Anonymous … telepresence robot. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A telepresence robot is interacting with patrons of Western Michigan University's … The robot figuratively joined the library staff Nov. 4 and is being tested for its potential use as a communication …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28111
Ethics Center offers three book club events for the fall semester
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… the Study of Ethics in Society has announced readings and discussions of three books dealing with hot-button ethical … questions as part of book clubs during the fall semester. Discussions of the three books begin Wednesday, Sept. 20 , … To participate, people must sign up no later than one week before the group's first meeting . Medical …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40701
WMU, WCCCD add reverse transfer agreement to partnership
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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—Wayne County Community College District and Western Michigan University have inked a new … at WMU. WMU President John M. Dunn and WCCCD Chancellor Curtis L. Ivery signed the agreement in separate long-distance … provide additional options for students who are seeking a better life through higher education," said WCCCD Chancellor …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8660
Thousands of students, families to attend summer orientation sessions
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Orientation attendees listen to President Dunn speak. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Some 8,000 … families, are expected to attend orientation sessions this summer at Western Michigan University. First-year … transition as a WMU family member. Families leave with a better understanding of the issues college students face and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16146
Dunbar Hall to open with innovative learning, technology at center of complete redesign
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… on A large seating area and informal learning space greets visitors as they first walk into Dunbar Hall. A new edition … says Dan Guyette , College of Fine Arts dean. “My eternal thanks to Dean Koretsky and Associate Director of Dance … and their craft, give them ideas for collaboration and a better understanding of different ways of telling stories,” …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74592
Aviation alum delivers critical supplies, personnel for pandemic response
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… by Erin Flynn on Noam Morgenstern stands in front of his Alaska Airlines aircraft. SEATTLE, Wash.—Hospitals across … of miles transporting critical people and cargo to more than 115 destinations across North America. “The flights … His experiences during the Great Recession—when he was furloughed twice by two different airlines—and after 9/11 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58982
Television producer, writer, transmedia consultant to give talk
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… Television producer, writer, transmedia consultant to give talk … on McCallum KALAMAZOO—A giant in the world of television, the entertainment industry and transmedia consulting … organization producing events dedicated to "creating a better future through arts and media," including workshops, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9992
WMU secures $1.92 million for interprofessional workforce development
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… needs are at an all-time high. Western Michigan University is meeting the challenge by preparing the next generation of … with a grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration. T hree faculty members , Drs. Bridget E. Weller , … to provide workforce training in best practices to better serve rural and medically underserved communities in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64511
Luke Thelen’s career looks 'pitcher' perfect
Haworth College of Business
… by Janine Adamski on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Luke Thelen is taking the accounting field by storm! Originally from … student in accountancy at Western Michigan University is following his passions for numbers and baseball. With the … I kept attending these events and eventually got better at interacting with professionals. Now, I view …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74603
Registration underway for workshops to understand child trauma
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… Registration underway for workshops to understand child trauma … by Deanne Puca on WMU's Unified Clnics KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Registration has begun for two workshops by the Southwest … workshops offer a group experience to help participants better understand: what trauma is, how trauma impacts the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30928