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WMU looks to collect 200 pints of blood during annual challenge

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… to collect at least 200 pints of blood. Everyone who shows up to donate blood March 22 will receive a free hero … will result in faster processing. To make an appointment, go to the American Red Cross website at redcrossblood.org …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45727

International student finds dynamic new dimensions in IT career field

Haworth College of Business

… is growing professionally almost as quickly as his field does. Originally from Noakhali, Bangladesh, the senior … has deepened my understanding of data structures, algorithms and database management, which is essential for my … me develop a balanced approach toward problem-solving and time management; these skills are vital in any professional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73784

Hypnotist plays 'Mind Games' at the Bernhard Center

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… audience members steer the course of the show by voting on what they want to see happen on stage. "Mind Games" … stage hypnotism from a whole new angle. Ramsay is a two-time graduate of the University of New Hampshire, where he …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/270

Molding next generation of artists, Morean Ceramics Research Center draws national talent to lead workshops

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… intensive workshop are challenged to wrestle with. "Our big goal for the workshop is collaboration and experimentation. … them so personally. It gives us exposure and knowledge of what professionals are doing in the field. It's really fun … "It really is just such a great experience to have the time with the visiting artists but also to connect with all …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75741

WMU researcher making groundbreaking gains in filtration of toxic chemicals

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… housed in large vessels next to an industrial plant. "Whatever you purge from that plant, it's going to eat that … method that creates and modifies the polymer at the same time. "You might have a promising material that has good … so anyone can use it anywhere in the world." And it doesn't stop at gases; Atilhan's team is creating a toolkit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72846

Western Michigan University takes esports initiative to next level with new competitive teams

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… "I'm very excited about it! Our esports club is in a good place; it's time to take the program to that next level," says Andre … the University is a good sign, and I'm very excited to see what Western has to offer and see our growth," says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66222

From cockroaches to xylophones: WMU education students engage in unique hands-on learning

College of Education and Human Development

… working with living things in the classroom. I think sometimes new teachers jump into that without really doing the … and give children the chance to observe a creature go through physical changes. ­­­ “Children are looking at … mallet. Constructed electric circuits helped students find what assortment of items were able to conduct electricity …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71263

Sculpture celebrating Kalamazoo Promise to be unveiled

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… "Kalamazoo Promise: Who Benefits," is a collection of upraised hands. It has literal ties to the Promise and its … just crazy about the Promise," says Flickinger, explaining what inspired him to create this piece. Rather than solely expressing his sentiments in words, "I decided to celebrate it …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1601

‘Their energy is very powerful’: Guest artist choreographs special performance for Western’s Winter Gala Dance Concert

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… have a very nice build, and it's almost as if you can't see what the next part is that's coming. I want them to feel the … female experience. "As dancers and artists and women, sometimes we naturally just fall into this game where we are set … "In October when I came, (the students) were already very good. They were already 'there,' I mean, it was very …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67175

WMU professor awarded for book that peels back the curtain on Fetzer's secret life

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… rich—there's just tons of stuff," Wilson says. "I got to mine that for a year and write a book, so it was just … unquenchable zest for life that I find inspirational." What's Next? Wilson's research record earned him the WMU … highest academic honor for faculty—in 2019, and he doesn't have to travel far to find inspiration for future …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58233