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Fashion show puts Western students' design skills, resilience on display
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… Fashion show puts Western students' design skills, resilience on display Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—"My first … these things." Interior design student Antione McCoy , of Farmington Hills, Michigan, planned to model in last year's …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63636
Fine arts staff using skills for pandemic-fighting mask production
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… pandemic-fighting mask production Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Department of Theatre costumer Kathleen MacKenzie sews masks from home for Western Michigan University alumni who are in … outfits." Elaborate costumes have also been created for shows such as "Amadeus," "Gas Light," "Jesus Christ …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58953
WMU garners more than $1.5M during 24-hour Giving Day
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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Donors of Western Michigan University from as far as Australia and from 46 states came together on WMU's third Giving Day to raise $1,555,471. The Universitywide effort was led by the WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55908
Rudge named College Science Teacher of the Year for ability to inspire students
College of Arts and Sciences
… Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. David Rudge interacts with his students. (Photo taken before COVID-19 pandemic) … University College of Arts and Sciences . The annual award from the Michigan Science Teachers Association honors a … science through a historical and philosophical lens, showing his students how stories from the history of science …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66892
Bronco lineman recognized among elite student-athletes in the nation
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… in the nation Submitted by Erin Flynn on Mike Caliendo is a finalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy, known as … when he earned a bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences from Western in 2019. He currently boasts a 3.88 GPA and is … than one passion in your life, and he did a great job of showing that." Caliendo is a leader on the field. A 2020 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66104
WMU student receives prestigious Gilman award to study abroad
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… award to study abroad Submitted by Korey Force on Exercise science and Spanish major Enrico Montalvo received a … local transportation, insurance, and international airfare. The program has been successful in supporting students … michelle.metro-roland@wmich.edu. For more information about how the Gilman International Scholarship can be a bridge to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/37664
Diverse list of employers participating in two career fairs
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… Diverse list of employers participating in two career fairs Submitted … the employers who are coming to the fairs and get advice on how to prepare for them. "Those events accentuate the skills … The organizations that have registered to participate so far represent 42 industries, and half of them are new to the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29796
Western students connect with legislators to advocate for environmental policies
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… Western students connect with legislators to advocate for environmental policies Submitted by … top of mind for Powell. Growing up on a small blueberry farm, she learned firsthand the dangers of chemical … hold as citizens. "College students don't always realize how much say we can have in the policies around us, but I …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/64026
Art grad ready to help others find healing through her craft
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… her craft Submitted by Erin Flynn on Sharmane Flanders is graduating with an art degree and plans to pursue a … a bright future for herself. As she prepares to graduate from Western Michigan University on Saturday, Dec. 16, with … engagement, Flanders jumped at the opportunity to showcase her paintings. "What the Eyes Can't See," featuring …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73705
Race, feminist perspectives and politics focus of discussion
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… Race, feminist perspectives and politics focus of discussion Submitted … and celebrities like Beyoncé. The free and open event from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 31 , will be in … of people," says Richardson. "As my research delves into how African-American women negotiate and navigate media …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31358