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Week of international activities to focus on health worldwide

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… during its observance of International Education Week, set for Monday through Saturday, Nov. 12-17 . Numerous … Education Arne Duncan. "By putting children on the path towards a healthy future," Duncan says, "we give them every … Dominican Republic and learn about their rich culture and way of life during this gathering hosted by the Dominican …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2743

Array of volunteering opportunities lead to 'eye-opening' experiences

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… Spending time in these rural communities, the volunteers set up their tax centers and worked up to 14-hour days. … graduate Will Roosien , BBA ‘24, says the experience was enlightening. “Visiting the area was very eye opening,” … by using food waste from WMU’s Valley Dining Center prep kitchens. The food that is grown benefits the Essential …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75863

Grad student who lost sight finds hope in transforming rehabilitation for the blind

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… Flynn on Parsons, left, developed an adaptive running and walking clinic during an internship at Mary Free Bed … job he disliked with no real career aspirations. His life was nearly cut short in 2014 when he interrupted a home … how these people get certified, what type of standards we set and be a symbol of the actual population they're working …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64537

Governor, honorary degree recipient highlight WMU commencement

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… Each one will last about two hours and be geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of degree-granting academic units. In all, the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39580

Math professor awarded Fulbright grant to work in South Africa

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… Math professor awarded Fulbright grant to work in South Africa Submitted by … studying mathematics. He also donated to the school a set of textbook materials developed through WMU's Core-Plus … is committed to fostering global competency and cultural awareness among its students. My Fulbright award will be a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38948

WMU football improves to 10-0 and climbs in rankings

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… is No. 14 in the AP Top 25 and No. 21 in the USA Today Amway Coaches Poll. Minutes before the WMU-Kent State kickoff, … by Jarvion Franklin and one by Johnson, to put the game away. Franklin broke off a 19-yard touchdown run for his 39th … head to MAC Championship | Dec. 2, 2016 Community send-off set as WMU football team heads for Detroit | Nov. 30, 2016 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36282

WMU football at 11-0 after 38-0 win over Buffalo

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… football Broncos shut out Buffalo 38-0 Saturday at Waldo Stadium, advancing to 11-0 and 7-0 in the Mid-American … broadcast from Sangren Hall earlier in the morning. WMU was the unanimous pick on ESPN College GameDay. Here, guest … head to MAC Championship | Dec. 2, 2016 Community send-off set as WMU football team heads for Detroit | Nov. 30, 2016 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36571

Football Broncos head to MAC Championship

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… The Broncos defeated Toledo 55-35 Friday, Nov. 25, at Waldo Stadium to become the MAC West Division champions for … Oct. 1 win over arch-rival Central Michigan University, WMU was ranked in the USA Today Amway Coaches Poll for the first … Broncos win MAC title | Dec. 3, 2016 Community send-off set as WMU football team heads for Detroit | Nov. 30, 2016 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36749

Paper produced at WMU could provide clean water for millions

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… Paper produced at WMU could provide clean water for millions Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … example of how the filter can be used (Photo credit: Folia Water) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Paper technology with the potential … and chief scientist. Dankovich says she originally set out to develop a product to help clean the environment, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36402

Officials give OK for WMU 'takeoff' in Florida

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… licenses for Western Michigan University, paving the way for WMU to offer aviation and several other high-profile … the University to operate a campus at 9445 Camden Field Parkway in Riverview. The Riverview location already is home to … across the country, Gaymer notes. WMU already operates a set of highly respected aviation programs at its College of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33430