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Foundation Scholar driven to care for communities in need

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… biomedical sciences degree puts him one step closer to his dream of becoming a doctor and delivering a critical … aunt's house in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with little more than the clothes on their backs. As he worked to navigate a … allow me to do that. She said that in order to have a better future, I needed to have an education—not only for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67871

Physical therapy instructor creates scholarship to give marching band students a boost

College of Health and Human Services

… Dr. Rodney Weir's future success—and he hasn't forgotten his roots.  “The marching band added a great deal to my high school experience,” says Weir, an assistant professor of physical therapy at Western Michigan … he says. "Because of this scholarship, students are able to better afford this necessary next step in their growth and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60421

Dr. Lizzy Coats’ journey of self-discovery, perseverance and success

College of Health and Human Services

… Dr. Lizzy Coats’ journey of self-discovery, perseverance and success Submitted by Jillian … also reflect holistically on herself. After years of struggling with attention, Dr. Coats decided to seek a formal … during those breaks. Finally, on July 20, 2024, more than a year after her first attempt, Dr. Coats passed the …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/09/coats

WMU Theatre to present Midwestern premiere of 'The Witches of Eastwick'

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… try to brew up the perfect man, but find that he's more sinister than sweet. WMU students rehearse "Witches of Eastwick." 'The Witches of Eastwick' The musical is based on the blockbuster movie of the same name, which …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42904

Voter registration ends Tuesday

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… Voter registration ends Tuesday Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … voting rights march in 1965. KALAMAZOO— Your right to vote is precious . Your opportunity to register to vote in this … and responsibility as a citizen." After a century of struggle, organizing and marching, women earned the right to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1896

Sales students continue to take high honors in national competitions

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… , a senior from Vicksburg, Mich., took second place in this year's National Sales Challenge staged by the Russ Berrie … Nov. 14-16 at William Paterson University in Wayne, N.J. This is the third time the WMU sales program has earned … and meet individually with executives as they highlight why the executives should hire them. She also placed fourth …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3385

Researchers snag prestigious National Science Foundation prize

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… National Science Foundation prize Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Three Western Michigan University … are not understood, Beane says. "We want to understand why they regenerate proportionally in hopes this will help … data—information on genes and proteins—more efficiently than any previous techniques. He and his team also are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43181

Racial attitudes of incoming freshmen compiled in new survey

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… Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations. It is available online at wmich.edu/walkerinstitute . The major … White students reported less experience with diversity than students of color. Students of color are more likely to … in ten students expressed agreement with the idea that discrimination against blacks and Hispanics has been …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5383

Business fraternity advisor recognized as Advisor of the Year

Haworth College of Business

… Business fraternity advisor recognized as Advisor of the Year Submitted by Amy … our goals. His leadership style is to be a mentor rather than taking an active role in the operations . Instead of … held each other to a high standard. If one person was struggling, there were 90 people around them supporting them and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67766

Engineers Without Borders group elevating STEM in the community

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Kalamazoo Public Schools students participating in an English as a Second Language program explored STEM activities … Kalamazoo Public Schools students participating in an English as a Second Language program explored STEM activities … Bright. “I want to aid in changing the world to provide a better life for everyone. In Engineers Without Borders, each …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69256