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WMU rolls out personalized well-being platform to help students harness their power to thrive, succeed and matter

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… Anderson says. "Our students graduate with excellent knowledge of the content of their own disciplines, but what … any business and are able to navigate that successfully and not get thwarted from accomplishing their goals." The … kinds of things aren't always top of mind when you're struggling, and to have them right there as a reminder that they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62074

WMU takes action to advance racial justice

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… of equity and inclusion. Today the University is announcing two major initiatives aimed at dismantling systemic … in an effort to demonstrate that hate and racism have no place among us." Information about how to formally submit … New workshops on power privilege and identity, microaggressions and cultural humility: The Office of Diversity …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61328

WMU Theatre produces world premiere for family audiences

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… Rafferty . The story follows Jeremy Thatcher, who is struggling to survive bullies, crushes and sixth-grade art … Rafferty's adaptation of Bruce Coville's award-winning novel works a fine balance between the mundane and magical … featured in Broadway's "War Horse" in 2011. Potgieter is not a new face to the WMU Department of Theatre—he last …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38300

Many WMU offices closed during holiday recess

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… Many WMU offices closed during holiday recess Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The spring semester begins Monday, Jan. 11. … the start of spring semester. The campus closure applies to non-represented University employees. Many represented …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29002

Many WMU offices closed during holiday recess

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… Many WMU offices closed during holiday recess Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Classes resume Monday, Jan. 12. KALAMAZOO, … the start of spring semester. The campus closure applies to non-represented University employees. Many represented …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20605

Business student awarded patent for speaking device

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… student awarded patent for speaking device Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Daniel Floyd with his invention, … of Floyd's life since childhood. Speaking clearly was a struggle for Floyd, and therapy helped him immensely. Yet when …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20784

WMU researcher says despite gender-based challenges, women entrepreneurs use grit, resilience to achieve profitable growth

Haworth College of Business

… grit, resilience to achieve profitable growth Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Laurel Ofstein, associate professor of … solely by women.  Beyond access to funding, there is no shortage of challenges faced by women entrepreneurs. But …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58104

WMU, NMC offering freshwater science and sustainability degree

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… freshwater science and sustainability degree Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Two required program courses are offered in … I 2014 session. KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University and Northwestern Michigan College have joined forces to expand …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15542

Building a cultural bridge, engineering students teach refugees about science, math

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… Students make a protective case to cushion an egg that will be dropped off of a balcony. "It's important to … to experience various career options within science, technology, engineering, arts and math fields," says Alison … age," says Marsh. "I can only imagine where I would be if no one did that for me." FUTURE PROJECTS Marsh checks to see …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54203

Bronco Bash is back—and so are the popcorn buckets

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… "People are just excited to have this back, because it's not just an event. It's a way for people to connect and … , interim assistant director of campus engagement. Thousands are expected to welcome back Bronco Bash on Tuesday, … off the festivities with a welcome followed by the ROTC Cannon Crew firing off a ceremonial blast from Boomer the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68815