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WMU to host 10th International Conference on African Development

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Submitted by Raine Kuch on These and other scholars from around the world presented their research at the eighth … globe will be on the Western Michigan University campus this week to present their research and solutions related to … on African Development is held biennially, with the location alternating between WMU and Ethiopia. Its primary …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48263

Three professors to be honored with Distinguished Teaching Awards

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… Three professors to be honored with Distinguished Teaching Awards Submitted by Deanne Puca on … honesty, compassion and a zeal for life. "You could tell how passionate Dr. Anderson was about her work," she said. … interest." Anderson earned by doctoral and master's degrees from Michigan State University and a bachelor's degree from

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43111

Martin Luther King Jr. remembered with virtual events, community read

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… Monday, Jan. 18 , and continuing throughout the month. This year's theme is "None of Us is Free Until All of Us Are … Healing Circles and Virtual Healing Experiences are and how the community can participate in the 5th annual National … community members and share stories of resistance healing from the unprecedented year of 2020. Register here . For …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62609

Focusing on access and high-quality education, WMU trustees approve 2023-24 tuition

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… with great career outcomes." Edgerton adds that Western is a university focused on “equitable access to a degree, as … $410.6 million operating budget is primarily drawn from two sources: student tuition and an annual allocation … At 69% of the University’s operating revenue, tuition is by far the major funding source, supporting such essential …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/72055

Finding the next best meal: Bartek Scheibe’s road to the food industry

Haworth College of Business

… Bartek Scheibe’s road to the food industry Submitted by Amy Coughenour on Bartek Scheibe KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Driving … are plenty of options to stop for a quick bite to eat. From the local breakfast shop to the fast-food chain that is located in every city across the world, there are endless …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69901

Researcher who models off-world storms earns NASA fellowship

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… (not verified) on Brueshaber KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Figuring out how the weather on Earth works is difficult enough. Now try deciphering atmospheric … 28 applicants to be awarded a $30,000 award for 2016-17 from the fellowship's planetary science research division. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36117

'Hollywood's Revival' student fashion show reimagines iconic looks for the stage

College of Education and Human Development

… 'Hollywood's Revival' student fashion show reimagines iconic looks for the stage Submitted by Chris Hybels on Olivia Bolognia, MODA vice president, models … and stylists had the autonomy to create their lines from any period of Hollywood's storied history. "Each board …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75337

When data—not cars­—drives the new American city

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… mobility goals." - Dr. Valerian Kwigizile KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From roundabouts and bike lanes to the increase in … going directly to your smartphone, a quiet revolution is occurring across the United States in an effort to craft … in traffic safety, Kwigzile’s recent research examines how crowd-sourcing data can be used to both understand …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70803

Finding an open door: Jordan Chopp’s ambition towards education

Haworth College of Business

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With time, the perfect opportunity will show itself when least expected. Senior Jordan Chopp , from Lawton, Michigan, wasn’t always in human resource management. When Chopp originally began his college career, the time wasn’t right, and he made the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70178

Sustainable innovation earns Western students a share of $19,000

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… VanSlambrouck, center, accepted the award on behalf of his team. He is pictured with Dr. Timothy Palmer, left, … nature, this challenge allowed me to evaluate my strengths from an entirely new angle," adds business student Will … in Education : Team members Keeton Bigham-Tsai , Keila Howard and Addi Sorensen To accommodate higher demand for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71723