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Confronting racism and creating justice take center stage at WMU with book circles, play

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… circles discussing bestselling author Ibram Kendi's book, "How to be an Antiracist," a visit and discussions with the … in playwright August Wilson's 10-play chronicle of the African American experience. The campus events coincide with … "It helps to contextualize the drive and counsel that Reggie gave during the time he was my teacher." "Spiral: Up & …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55591

Western's thriving campus community returns with promise of prosperous year ahead

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… First-year students got a jump start on Bronco Life during Fall Welcome. Fall Welcome ambassadors led a number of … new campus home. Fall Welcome ambassadors took time to show first-year students around campus and lead them in … big enough but also small enough at the same time, where I can easily find my way around and meet a lot of new people," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69092

Trustees to meet at WMU-Grand Rapids Beltline location

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… They will consider approval of a new policy governing how University policies are set and reviewed, and they will … of Education. The three-year effort, announced last fall and endorsed by West Michigan's Talent 2025, is working … for Extended University Programs Dawn Fortin Mattoon will showcase how the University is partnering regionally to meet …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45700

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in September

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… the story of its members's origins in Mexico and Texas and how they brought their talents to Michigan. Adults, $5; … and social topics. Free. Tuesday, Sept. 25   " '68: How Far Have We Come" special exhibit —all day Sept. 25-26, … Team. This book group focuses on race and racism in American society and will be discussing "When I was Puerto Rican" …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48335

Native American Heritage Month 2024 recognized on Western's campus through variety of events

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… Native American Heritage Month 2024 recognized on Western's campus … NASO can continue to break stereotypical ideas on how tribal entities operate to conserve our land and protect … and I look forward to experiencing it and for people to see how influential he is," adds Wolverton. "He has a deep level …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/11/native-american-heritage-month-2024-events-planned

Cooley Innocence Project director to give Constitution Day lecture at WMU

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… titled "Safeguarding the Constitution: What You Can Do to Improve the American Criminal Justice System," is … of crimes. Mitchell-Cichon will discuss the project, how it relates to the Constitution and how WMU students can get involved. Americans enjoy a number …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27149

WMU salaried employees to move from 26 to 24 paychecks per year

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… pay schedule will apply to all salaried employees, while hourly and student employees will remain on their current … is the business day closest to July 5. When pay dates fall on a holiday or weekend, pay will be received on the … conversion as well as answers to frequently asked questions can be found at wmich.edu/payroll/payroll/semimonthly.html . …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23548

Broncos receive 2023 Excellence in Diversity Awards for commitment to diversity and inclusion

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… 2023 Excellence in Diversity Award at this academic year’s Fall Awards Celebration on Friday, Sept. 29 . The recipients … to equity and inclusion despite the challenges,” says Dr. Candy McCorkle , vice president for diversity and inclusion. … a multicultural exposition for RSOs. “Not only does Leah show and communicate her desire to represent and help the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72744

Why I give: David Lyth

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… of engineering Managing people, money and projects. That’s how Dr. David Lyth , M.S.‘79, professor emeritus of … managers. “Engineering management teaches future engineers how to ‘speak business,’” Lyth says of the program that … become one of only six certified globally by the American Society for Engineering Management.   Even in his …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69871

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in November

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… prior to each meeting: Free.  Pizza & Pages: Native American Heritage Month —6:30 to 7:30 at the Kalamazoo Public … community members on the topic of cultural humility. Free. Fall Lecture Series: Saudi Arabia —7 to 8:15 p.m. in the … led by Dr. Larry Simon. Free. "Sustainable Agriculture and Farmers Markets: Connections, Initiatives & Impacts," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49856