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Bridging Barriers: A firsthand look at immigration issues

W Magazine

… Bridging Barriers: A firsthand look at immigration issues Submitted by Erin Flynn on A student speaks with a … Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. “We were just chatting about school, what they do for fun,” says Dakota McCracken, an economics … the U.S.-Mexico border. They’re getting an inside look at what some are calling the “border crisis,” examining the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57379

Student startup connects small businesses to Gen Z for events, food and shopping

College of Education and Human Development

… to Gen Z for events, food and shopping Submitted by Chris Hybels on Gabriella Ford and Hailey Gordon. KALAMAZOO, … founded Shindigz . Described as a one-stop shop, Shindigz is a website made for Generation Z consumers to easily … Gen Z users with promotions and specials. "When you search 'what to do in Kalamazoo,' it just comes up with a lot of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74175

Famous activist, educator gives talk on democracy, education at WMU

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… Famous activist, educator gives talk on democracy, education at WMU … by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—A man known for his radical activism against the Vietnam War and his current … and open to the public, is titled "Teaching Free People: What Democracy Demands in its Schools." He also will meet …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14319

Impact of record gift total lauded as trustees see year-end reports

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… to Western Michigan University during the 2012-13 fiscal year surpassed $64 million, as private donors … Trustees learned at its July 18 meeting. During the last fiscal year, which ended June 30, nearly 22,000 private … to look for ways to thank our donors and show them just what their gifts have allowed us to do."  Contact: Cheryl …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8241

Triple major undergraduate takes on the world

College of Arts and Sciences

… it. It felt like I’d made all the right choices.”  Kostbade is spending the summer in Gainesville, Florida, before heading to Dakar, Senegal, in the fall. As a distinguished Boren Scholar, Kostbade is immersing herself in … a word she was saying,” says Kostbade. “Not knowing what was going on around me made me realize the importance …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72069

The WMU MBA: A transformative experience

Haworth College of Business

… by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—“Human resources is the most important yet most overlooked part of … student Nilani Kariappa , from Virajpet , India. The emphasis on global human resources in Western’s MBA program is what drew Kariappa to the University for her graduate …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/mba-transformative-experience-kariappa

Future Broncos use talents to help frontline health care workers

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… for health care professionals across the country. “My goal is to do as much as I can to help people in need,” says Ryan … face masks until there’s no longer a need for them. Whatever money is not used to produce masks will be donated … of us safe and healthy,” he says. “I just wanted to see what I could do for my community.” At his house in Sarasota, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59007

WMU and KCC announce major transfer agreement

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… on BATTLE CREEK, Mich.—Western Michigan University and Kellogg Community College have signed a major agreement that will … the loss of credits and duplication of coursework. "This partnership between two robust institutions is a victory … The agreement between KCC and WMU is a solution locally for what is a national challenge. According to a U.S. Government …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46804

Occupational therapy grad focused on uplifting community

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… focused on uplifting community Submitted by Erin Flynn on Luis Angel Morales is ready to start his career as an occupational therapist. … out those who can't afford the services, because I know what it's like to not be able to afford those services," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68336

WMU on short list of schools offering exemplary service to vets

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… WMU on short list of schools offering exemplary service to vets Submitted … alert system aimed at student veterans. "We're announcing what we call '8 Keys to Success'—specific steps that schools … institutions, Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Kellogg Community College, have served as a VetSuccess on Campus …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8705