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Focus, dedication pay dividends as working mom rises to top of data science program
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… Focus, dedication pay dividends as working mom rises to top of data … Submitted by Erin Flynn on Lingxiao Sun, right, works at home next to her son. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Learning a new language … things to do. But Lingxiao Sun isn't like most people. "I wanted to give it a try, because you will never know your …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62546
First-year biology student aims to inspire environmental activism through art
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… First-year biology student aims to inspire environmental activism through art Submitted by Erin Flynn on … and conservation. SISTER LAKES, Mich.—For someone who didn't have Wi-Fi until 11th grade, Jossalyn Rogalski has … dedicated to multiple areas of the environment that need awareness," says Rogalski, who will be a first-year biology …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64418
Service and social justice drive student's health care aspirations
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… health care aspirations Submitted by Erin Flynn on Sierra Ward is an incoming freshman interested in pursuing a degree … so much," says the Loy Norrix High School graduate. As a member of the Merze Tate Explorers —an organization that … admits she initially thought about bucking the family tradition when it came to college. "Western won me over because …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64190
WMU Women invited to Nov. 7 event hosted by MI-ACE
WMU Women's Network
… WMU Women invited to Nov. 7 event hosted by MI-ACE Submitted by … and Kalamazoo College. It will feature a panel of three distinguished female leaders from each institution, each of … permit or registration required). Park at the main entrance near the flagpoles and look for event signage. Please …
https://wmich.edu/womens-network/news/2024/10/womens-network
WMU-trained high school teacher clues students in to forensic science
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… science teacher Kathy Mirakovits sets up for her students sometimes appear to be gory and are always enigmatic at initial encounter. Often, there is a … once picked up techniques from investigators in the FBI’s scientific research unit in Quantico, Virginia. “An amazing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46642
Institute to honor Lewis Walker at fundraising dinner
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… Institute to honor Lewis Walker at fundraising dinner Submitted by Anonymous (not … and to honor the man after whom the institute is named. The event, "More Than Just Race: A Pathway to the … 1998 National Medal of Science, the United States' highest scientific honor. Wilson's many books include "The Truly …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/5051
Groundbreaking research could provide key to kicking smoking habit for good
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… is hard to curb. "People try to go cold turkey all the time. The problem is that there are withdrawal symptoms," says Dr. Ricky Stull , assistant professor of … wrong." By broadening his horizons and diversifying his scientific research at WMU, Clark is also contributing to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62413
University Libraries awards two scholarships to student employees
University Libraries
… University Libraries awards two scholarships to student employees Submitted by … two scholarships to student employees for their outstanding contributions. Julio Garcia Hernandez and Sung Ham have … “During the translation process, there will always be something the translator isn’t entirely familiar with,” …
https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/04/student-scholarships
Three WMU students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
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… national scholarship to study overseas during the 2017 summer sessions through the Gilman International Scholarship … a science student, is interested in exploring the advanced scientific programs offered there. Gilman program The … It offers grants to students from across the United States; Washington, D.C.; and Puerto Rico. To be eligible, those …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39764
Michigan State Geographic Bee to return to WMU's Fetzer Center
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… their knowledge of the world while vying for a trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the National Geographic Bee … in each of the 50 states, District of Columbia, Department of Defense Dependents Schools and U.S. territories to … Geographic Society is one of the world's largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. With a mission to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/39017