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Western community stands in support of Ukraine
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… Western community stands in support of Ukraine Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Michelle … in the country is unconscionable," WMU President Edward Montgomery , Faculty Senate President Marilyn Kritzman , Western … who are involved at Western to come together to share what we're feeling. And even if we're far removed and can't …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67330
Western helped illuminate career passion, empowered psychology grad to embrace identity
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… a course to a fulfilling future. For Hawke Osterhout , her time at Western Michigan University was nothing short of … internalized homophobia," says Osterhout, who grew up in Goodrich, Michigan, and identifies as transgender and queer. … Osterhout says. A visit to campus sealed the deal. "What originally drew me in was fine arts and how much that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67949
Kalamazoo Film Society presents 'The Company You Keep'
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… Anonymous (not verified) on Movie still (Photo by Doane Gregory, courtesy of Sony Pictures Classic) KALAMAZOO—The … , at Western Michigan University's Little Theatre. Show times are 7 and 9:30 p.m. Friday; 4:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m. … goes on the run after a young journalist outs him. What unfolds is a political drama that plays out within the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7658
Professor appointed to national teaching standards board
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… well as reflect the National Board policy statement titled "What Teachers Should Know and Be Able to Do" and … best educational experience for those students who have a goal to be college and career ready by the time they graduate from high school. The work done within …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9098
Upjohn Center takes top international honor for map product
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… association selected the center as the winner of its gold award for Best Digital Map Product of the year as well … scientific documents. Comparing maps of the same area over time is like viewing multiple X-rays or MRIs of the human … maps are essential tools to monitor, study and predict what happens next, and where," Dickason says. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10286
WMU alumni entrepreneurs reveal how they built their businesses
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… the requisite pivot—or, more likely, pivots—at the right times is not far below. As the market changes, when an … , several successful alumni business owners reveal how they got started and made key maneuvers to keep their … or learning new production techniques, and really learning what it is you want in your business. Even hiring people …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/47050
How MBA student Sara Wiseman became a lifelong learner
Haworth College of Business
… and uncovered her knack for event coordination during her time as a tour guide. When she moved back to Michigan, she … a professional through WMU's Hyflex MBA program, applying what she learns to her roles in the present and future. … business strategies more accessible helps me set impactful goals and maximize my performance.” As Wiseman continues …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71276
Students, researchers dig deeper into history of Fort St. Joseph
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… gave me more choice and made me much more invested in what I was learning and wanting to do it well. "This isn't … got us in touch with the DEQ and this year, for the first time ever, we actually got a back hoe and cut trenches … "When I was a kid I liked watching "Indiana Jones," but doesn't every kid?" says Cameron Youngs , of Charlotte, who …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54551
WMU Signature awarded for outstanding innovation
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… annual conference. "WMU Signature is a way that we validate what students have been doing outside the classroom," says … Bronco Marching Band during a football game. Tori Stevens doesn't just march to the beat of her own drum—she has … Global Challenges for a Global Society. "I put so much time and effort into this program that I thought it would be …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56585
Libraries awards two ‘KARE’ awards to library employees
University Libraries
… community that encourages library users to make the most of what the library has to offer.” Fox’s flexibility, creative … “It also functions as a hub for various services that support academic and personal growth. I’m proud to be a part … people, or services in the library,” Langan says. “What I love most is watching students when they have what I …
https://wmich.edu/library/news/2024/09/kare-awards