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In the heart of Samburu

College of Arts and Sciences

… 1989, her work covers various topics, from religion and warfare to climate change and health, but the string that ties … seen pumping water at a well. In Samburu, water collection can differ by region — some areas have access to nearby … her work focused on “traditional knowledge,” especially how the Samburu viewed personhood and consciousness and how

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-samburu

‘Community-focused, innovative’ academic appointed to lead College of Health and Human Services

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

… evident in the people I’ve had the pleasure to work with so far. As a public health professional and academic, my goal … a mini-grant program for faculty, secured significant funding for student scholarships and fostered …

https://wmich.edu/provost/news/2024/08/lillian-smith-new-chhs-dean

Event to focus on prescription drug abuse, disposal

News

… about prescription drug abuse in southwest Michigan, how the region's residents can keep their prescriptions safe and how to properly dispose of prescription drugs once the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39172

WMU, Kalamazoo Valley sign agreement leading to smoother degree path for students

News

… or major, our seamless partnership is making a significant impact on graduation rates," says WMU President Edward … Edward Montgomery. State Representatives Christine Morse, far left, and Julie Rogers, far right, were among the dignitaries in attendance at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70502

Researchers discover role Saharan dust plays in hurricane rainfall

News

… Researchers discover role Saharan dust plays in hurricane rainfall Submitted by Erin Flynn on An image captured on July 13, 2013, by satellite shows a dust storm blowing off the coast of Africa. (Image …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/researchers-discover-role-saharan-dust-plays-hurricane-rainfall

WMU sales program once again ranked as one of the best in the U.S.

Haworth College of Business

… what we have known for over 20 years—what we teach, how we teach it and the community we teach it in are top … at WMU benefit from this state-of-the-art lab where they can practice role-play scenarios, watch recordings of their … placed first in a role-play competition at the State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition , a category in which …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/08/sef2024

WMU adds new health care concentration to MBA program

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… concentration added to MBA offerings KALAMAZOO—Starting in fall 2013, students who are looking for a career in a health … “Anyone who wants to be a leader or manager in health care can do this,” says Dr. Satish Deshpande, associate dean of … and master of business administration degree starting in fall 2014. “Today’s health care executives realize that to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8658

Education student receives achievement award from YWCA Kalamazoo

College of Education and Human Development

… that could be sitting in her own classroom in the not too far future.  "My goal is to be a middle school math teacher …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71728

Free virtual reality space open for campus community

News

… of Waldo Library in Room 0135. The University community can take a look at the new lab during a grand opening event … will help faculty members learn about the technology and how to integrate VR content into classes and research. The … libraries and bring greater exposure and understanding to how virtual reality can impact teaching and learning. We …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44937

Making AI more accessible for people with speech differences

W Magazine

… for people who stutter. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Siri and Alexa can order groceries, turn on lights and appliances and even … voice-activated technology they currently use and where it falls short. "We want to get a good feel for how much they're using it, why they are not using it and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71793