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New Michigan budget includes WMU funding for new geologic mapping
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… Geological Survey at Western Michigan University to do vital statewide geologic mapping to assess, protect and … not to use science to protect them and make decisions about how they can be developed and used." Michigan Geological … survey a home five years ago, and our geoscientists have worked hard to leverage the new partnership in a way that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32983
Behind-the-scenes New York Fashion Week experience solidifies future for Western fashion design student
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… LeKander represented Western at New York Fashion Week: The Shows through the UofNYFW program. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Walking down Fifth Avenue and checking out high fashion boutiques, … entry into select runway shows, panel discussions and networking opportunities with industry leaders. Alongside about …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71033
For virtual job interviews: Make a list, check your surroundings twice
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… your Wi-Fi might freeze your screen or equipment stop working—even your roommate could make a cameo appearance, as … didn't know I had an interview, and he just opened the door and walked in," recalls the student pursuing a master’s … what opportunities they have. Now students are looking at how they should interact online and what different materials …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63027
Alumna’s HBO documentary shines light on medical errors
College of Arts and Sciences
… Alumna’s HBO documentary shines light on medical errors Submitted by … year. A White House screening of the film is also in the works. “It’s a little nerve wracking, but it's exciting,” … and Safety declared, 'This film is literally saving lives.' How many films get to do that?" This isn’t the end of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74265
WMU to observe National Campus Sustainability Day
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… student luncheon, a campus sustainability tour, a project showcase in the Office for Sustainability's new location at … resources, they will be able to visualize how they can work together to improve the Western experience," they add. … expert for the United States Coast Guard and an ambassador for the United Nations Environment Program. His lifelong …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1891
Seeing beauty amid the chaos, WMU photography students tell their stories
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… students tell their stories Submitted by Megan Looker on Works of art created by students in Digital Photo I in … But as their Frostic School of Art friends would say, the show must go on. “We were all collectively shocked,” says … course, meaning many students are just starting out and don’t have the essential equipment. “I quickly realized this …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59462
WMU librarian maintaining state hospital COVID-19 data online
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… University Libraries, captured and compiled the data in a downloadable file format that allows users to view and analyze it more efficiently. Her work also documents the changes made to variables tracked by the state, which will help researchers understand how reporting changed over time. "During the first month of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60165
Exceptional finish for sales students in national sales competition
Haworth College of Business
… of the competition was sales call role-play where students showcased their skills by delivering a virtual sales … both simultaneously from the sales lab. “I was so proud of how supportive Maddie and Austin were of one another … competition" Nielsen says. "Their positive attitudes, hard work and excellent sales skills added up to a second place …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66860
Western launches food marketing focus within MBA program
Haworth College of Business
… goods marketing program is planning to offer new coursework as part of the WMU MBA, aimed at helping industry … and career moves as they gain opportunities in the workplace, but can still maintain progress toward the MBA no … where students can attend in-person, online or switch up how they attend. Ninety-six percent of students say the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67144
Free, public Study Abroad Fair is first step to journey of a lifetime
International Student and Scholar Services
… Haenicke Institute for Global Education. The event will showcase the more than 90 programs WMU offers in some … and make higher starting salaries compared to students who do not study abroad. "Each year, the Study Abroad Fair … experience on a resume. Graduate and undergraduate students working toward degrees in any discipline, regardless of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/26963