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WMU launches new effort to advance climate commitment
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… reveal the science is happening faster than we think. We are already seeing effects of climate change," says Dr. … carbon footprint in half by the year 2030. Taking such an aggressive approach, however, does not come without costs. … nonprofits, community groups and municipalities. "We are being very intentional looking inside Western, knowing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55956
WMU's Walker Institute hosts series of community conversations regarding race and society
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… and especially the intersection of race and racism, are at the core of what the Lewis Walker Institute was … change in law enforcement agencies as well as offer suggestions for how citizens can get involved. June 10: Civic … decides? Demonstrations in cities across the nation are reminiscent of the 1960s. Why now? Why this method? The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59824
Service and social justice drive student's health care aspirations
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… Service and social justice drive student's health care aspirations Submitted by Erin Flynn on Sierra Ward is an … police officer to doctor to pharmacist, Sierra Ward's career aspirations have evolved with her life experiences. … opportunity to interview successful women in a number of career fields and explore the world, traveling to such places …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64190
Western's jazz program captures three 2023 DownBeat magazine Student Music Awards
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… competition in jazz education. Anastasia Chubb “We are thrilled to continue our streak of DownBeat Student … chair in the Irving S. Gilmore School of Music. “The Jazz area is planning a busy season next year, and we look … Student Music Award Recipients The winners from Western are all jazz studies majors: Jace Frederick of Plainwell, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71611
Counselor education faculty named director of campus counseling center
College of Education and Human Development
… of southwestern Michigan. Graduate student counselors are supervised by faculty members who are professional counselors or psychologists. The center is … to joining the faculty, she served in various positions in career services and student affairs in higher education. For …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72818
Journalism students gain professional experience through Southwest Michigan Journalism Collaborative
College of Arts and Sciences
… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As newsrooms across the country struggle with diminishing staffs—a 57% drop since 2004, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics—they are looking for ways to continue telling meaningful and … Western Michigan University journalism students are getting a firsthand look at the thrills and challenges …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69152
Some WMU offices reduce hours, close over spring recess
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… March 6 , and continues through Friday, March 10 . There are no classes during the recess, but most WMU offices are open normal hours. In addition, there are no classes Friday, March 3 , for Spirit Day. Daylight …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38433
WMU to confer more than 1,800 degrees during fall commencement
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Commencement ceremonies are set for Saturday, Dec. 19. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … three fall ceremonies will last about two hours and be geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of degree-granting …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29076
Library putting new twist on communicating with patrons
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… is in use throughout the Research and Instruction Services area from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays … study interactions with the robot. "Telepresence robots are beginning to show up in organizational and educational … professor of communication who leads CSRL. "Libraries are large, intricate and sometimes intimidating spaces in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28111
WMU Study Abroad Fair open to campus and community
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… Michigan University's annual Study Abroad Fair will provide area students and the public with the information to make an … first-floor atrium. Most WMU study abroad programs are available to both current students and non-WMU participants who are at least 18 years old and eligible to enroll as a guest …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55371