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Student's aviation career set for takeoff

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… as he stares down graduation, the Rochester Hills native is realizing those dreams and ready to take his career as a … have believed that I would be able to observe a flight from the cockpit of a 767 as it crossed the Atlantic on the way to Barcelona, Spain. However, these are all things that I got to experience …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53044

WMU academic convocation launches 2013-14 academic year

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… a platform for the University's president to review accomplishments, outline upcoming opportunities and initiatives, … weeks of fall semester classes, the annual convocation is designed as a signature event to welcome faculty, staff … renown. Make a Difference Award—for staff members who reach far beyond their assigned duties to make WMU an even better …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9723

Western Michigan University launches new course on tribal governance

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… University, in partnership with three local tribal nations, is adding a tribal governance course to its Master of Public … at different aspects within tribal governance and how they link to federal recognition and future building," … sustainable sovereignty. "Students will especially benefit from the opportunity to take a course developed and taught …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66272

WMU instructor and education students make privacy screens for virtual learning

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… Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Learning during a pandemic is hard. Many kids in K-12 schools across the country are … Public Schools board member, started thinking about how she could help solve the challenge in the district. She … Wright says many of his students struggle with distractions from multiple siblings or lack of parental assistance. "A …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62393

Japanese studies speakers to give public presentations

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… The talks, which are free and open to the public, range from readings of Japanese poetry to academic presentations … in Room 3025 Brown Hall. In her presentation, Árokay will discuss the surge of travel in Japan during the peaceful … of early modern travel writing, Árokay will try to show how travelogues are structured and how they are informed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5519

Sculpture artist Harumi Ori creates fiery-hued mural for new student center

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… Sculpture artist Harumi Ori creates fiery-hued mural for new student … call for artists was sent out in 2020, with artists from around the world submitting their applications for a … that there is truth to be found in every moment no matter how ordinary it might appear. According to the artist, this

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72374

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

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… Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is putting students in control of their lives and future. A … it makes a huge difference in your motivation in terms of how you focus your energy." The platform allows students to … are able to navigate that successfully and not get thwarted from accomplishing their goals." The comprehensive nature of …

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

Plan ahead: Check winter recess 2024-25 hours for campus offices, facilities

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… University offices will observe the 2024-25 winter recess from  Monday , Dec. 23 , through Wednesday, Jan. 1 . Some … Spring semester begins at  8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 2025 . Listed below are holiday hours for select University offices … encouraged to call ahead to make sure a particular office is open. For emergencies only, contact WMU Public Safety at …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/campus-winter-recess-2024-25-hours

WMU engineer receives ADVANCE proof of concept grant

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… people selected in March to receive a spring 2018 award from the ADVANCE Grant Proof of Concept Fund. Dr. Daniel … , WMU professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, is among the five people who have received an ADVANCE Grant so far this spring. The grants provide an incentive for faculty …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47498

Marketing grad finds avenue to follow passion for diabetes advocacy

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… Mich.— Taylor Ernst was six years old when doctors discovered she had type 1 diabetes. "I was diagnosed so young … Sixteen years later, she's preparing to graduate from Western Michigan University with a bachelor's degree in … media marketing. With little background in engineering, however, the experience also helped her realize she wanted …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75820