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Explore U.S.-Japan issues with former Japanese ambassador

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… of the public will have a chance to engage in a two-way dialogue with Japanese citizens of diverse backgrounds during a panel discussion at Western Michigan University being led by … ambassador of Japan to Panama and Venezuela. The event, "Walk in U.S., Talk on Japan," will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30806

Guests to speak on campus as part of Universitywide common read

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… chosen for WMU's first Universitywide common read. The award-winning book's author,  Rebecca Skloot , will speak at … Center for the Study of Ethics in Society will sponsor a panel of WMU faculty members discussing the book on Lacks, … Read website . Questions may be directed to Miranda Howard, professor of University Libraries, at @email or (269) …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4018

The Velvelettes: A legendary Motown group born on Western's campus

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… with the keys. "Music is my life. It still is and it was when I was a kid," says Bertha Barbee-McNeal , co-founder of … knew they'd made it big. "I mean we were almost kissing the walls because of the famous people that came before us that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63261

University summit to focus on student success issues

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… in facilitated discussions with the goal of moving toward increasing student success and retention in a collaborative way. This semester's summit is based on the theme Success & … by Dr. Edward Montgomery , WMU president. In addition, a panel of national experts will discuss such topics as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45457

Ancient Nepalese caves attract attention of WMU bioarchaeologist

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Mongolian Dynasty. Through the Transylvania project, Eng was a contributor to the Global History of Health Project, a … professor of anthropology at WMU since 2008. “In 2010 I was contacted by Dr. Mark Aldenderfer, who has been working … on campus; providing K-12 outreach; hosting lectures, panels and events; and showcasing arts, entertainment and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/nepalese-cave-research-spotlight

Final WMU graduating class of the decade ready to make its mark on the world

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… with dreams as diverse as the students who will walk across the commencement stage. Lives transformed by the … is embraced and character is formed," says President Edward Montgomery . "Our students bring the drive to develop … Kalamazoo in 1996, the same year he was born. "We do custom molding—anything from car wash rollers to crash test dummy …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57111

Satellite clerk’s office opens on WMU campus to expand election services

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… is encouraging students to vote early. "I thought it was very well set up. In terms of COVID-19, I felt that the staff made sure there was minimal contact, clean and spread-out voting stations, … and hopefully make a difference," Verhil says. "We are molding this nation for the future." "How I vote doesn't …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61510

Campus event focuses on working with students of concern

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A panel of Western Michigan University experts will convene in … assistance. Gathering at 8 a.m. in 1035 Fetzer Center, the panel will include staff members from WMU's Division of … for all interested faculty, staff and students, the panel will explore best practices on the topic and will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36586

WMU expertise on display in Grand Rapids for Tech Week, ArtPrize

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… Relations and External Partnerships.    “We look forward to fostering meaningful connections and supporting the … Sept. 20 , incorporating technology exploration, expert panels and networking opportunities aimed at advancing the … panels:   Tuesday, Sept. 16 , from 2 to 3:30 p.m. : Making Waves: Artists in Dialogue About Technology’s Creative …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/grand-rapids-artprize-tech-week-2025

New York novelist to read as part of Gwen Frostic Series

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… Straub's first novel, "Laura Lamont's Life in Pictures," was published by Riverhead Books in September 2012. Her … been published by Tin House, The Paris Review Daily, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Time, Slate, Cousin …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3293