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Boot camp slated for faculty researchers

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… Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Waldo Library is the place to be for Western Michigan University faculty … without having to deal with job distractions or being too far away from quality resources advice. The library provides quiet …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26731

State association honors Spanish faculty member

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… State association honors Spanish faculty member Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … is this year's winner of the Barbara Ort-Smith Award from the Michigan World Languages Association—MIWLA. Michael … the Barbara Ort-Smith Award recognizes those who have shown a strong commitment to the profession. MIWLA selects …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43899

Enlightened aviation adventure creates path to success for alumnus

College of Aviation

… you want an out-of-the-box thinker, then Eric Epplett is your guy. He probably had a bit of that in him by the time he graduated from Spring Lake High School in 2008, kind of like Clint … and the College of Aviation," he recalls.  "I saw firsthand how innovative and well-rounded its aviation graduates are. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58542

Nutrition and dietetics student receives award for excelling in internship with VA

College of Education and Human Development

… award for excelling in internship with VA Submitted by Chris Hybels on Derek Fischer KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Derek   Fischer …  internship program, has received one of the Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Outstanding Dietetics Student … Before joining the internship program, Fischer graduated from Western's nutrition and dietetics bachelor's degree …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75532

WMU hosting inaugural conference, forming statewide coalition to bring more teachers of color to classrooms

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… Future Educator Program Scholar William Wright , it was his fourth-grade teacher of color, Mrs. Wilson-Bridges. “The … inspired me to be a teacher,” said Wright. Unfortunately, however, because there are very few K-12 educators of color, … experience being mentored or taught by classroom teachers from their same or similar background.  Recognizing the need …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58144

Big things are brewing: Alum leads the charge to diversify craft brewing industry

W Magazine

… of four original Black Calder brews. Mbaba Mwana Waresa is the fertility goddess of South Africa’s Zulu nation. … to legend, she gave humans the gift of beer and taught them how to brew,” explains Jamaal Ewing, co-owner of Black … contributions to art and history in all its forms, from the designs we use on our beer labels, the artwork you …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63903

Student organization seeks imaginative technological solutions to today’s societal problems

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… short years, the WMU Google Developer Student Club (GDSC) is already increasing the opportunities for hands-on … by Google Developer Groups where they were able to hear from keynote speakers as well as collaborate with … life below water. The WMU Google Developer Student Club is shown with faculty advisor Dr. Simin Masihi, assistant …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/student-organization-seeks-solutions-societal-problems

University Theatre announces 2013-14 season

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… jobs on the line, they stop at nothing to seal the deal. Noises Off Oct. 10-20 This farcical comedy features a zealous director and his … Performance program for a cabaret evening of New York show tunes with a special Broadway guest star. Seven Jan. 23 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6327

Registered Student Organizations adapt in pandemic to foster connection and community on campus

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… Registered Student Organizations adapt in pandemic to foster … and make Western Michigan University feel like a home away from home," says Myron Tate , public relations chair of … Association meeting with a friend. "I cannot stress enough how getting involved at Western has opened my eyes to the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60859

Pandemic pushes dancers to explore new territory in virtual Winter Gala

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… thrust the world into a new era of digital connection, from remote work and virtual learning to family gatherings … via computer screen. "I've been really fascinated by how our communication as humans is changing because of this," says Kelsey Paschich , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63239