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Cold Case Program gains national attention, inspires expansion

College of Arts and Sciences

… Ashlyn Kuersten 's voicemail and inbox. Everyone, it seems, is interested in her Cold Case Program —a first-of-its-kind … on the horizon. Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten "I never expected all this media attention!" says Kuersten, the program's director … of Sociology's Criminal Justice Program. "I just thought this would be a good way to give students research …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68777

Music therapy student finds belonging through mental health advocacy

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… mental health advocacy Submitted by Erin Flynn on Cass Davis helped create a space where students can be authentically … in Sindecuse Health Center. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Cass Davis dances around melodies with ease, belting out Beyonce … and support, have found new purpose in helping people struggling with expressing emotions find their own voice. "The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71821

New name for WMU program reflects commitment to support students' Essential Needs

Student Affairs

… Boot on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's Invisible Need Project transitioned this fall to Essential Needs, a name change that more … or having interactions with students who were struggling, and it seemed at the time like isolated pockets of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73121

Array of volunteering opportunities lead to 'eye-opening' experiences

W Magazine

… complete about 450 tax returns in 10 days—the most accomplished during the volunteer program’s 10 years. “This is a great resume builder that students have been able to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75863

Walker Institute celebrates diversity in comics with month of Marvel-focused programming

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… An early "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" movie premiere, discussion with Marvel comic creator Gabby Rivera and comic workshop with artist Kenjji are among the events the Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69657

Activist to highlight spring Lyceum Lecture series at WMU

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… Activist to highlight spring Lyceum Lecture series at WMU … Puca on Fulton KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Sybrina Fulton , activist and mother of Trayvon Martin, will visit Kalamazoo in March as part of the spring Lyceum Lecture …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37365

Human diversity celebrated during International Education Week

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… throughout the week by WMU offices and international registered student organizations. The 2013 observance at WMU, which is being organized by the International Student Activities … of State and Education, International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11011

Food marketing students soar to second place at national university case competition

Haworth College of Business

… students Katherine Anderson of Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Erika Hejl of Bear Lake, Lucija Matkovic of Lansing and … on Stepherson's Superlo, an independent grocer in Memphis, Tennessee, that tasked students with developing … competition for several months. Meetings with faculty advisors and several fellow food marketing students helped spur …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52530

WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, April 25

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University’s Board of Trustees is set to convene at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 25 , in the … and Municipal Employees’ Union. Also on the board's agenda is a personnel report. The meeting will also be accessible by livestream. Individuals wishing to address the board during the meeting’s public …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75449

Art for sale at Art on the Mall

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… verified) on Art on the Mall KALAMAZOO--More than 70 artists will sell original works of arts and fine crafts along … pottery, unique garden art, sculptures and more. Artists come from throughout the Midwest as well as southwest … in by hosting a summer in the city sales event. The event is sponsored by Downtown Kalamazoo Inc., and more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/465