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Physicist melds scientific, humanitarian drive at UN's 'nuclear watchdog'

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… Physicist melds scientific, humanitarian drive at UN's 'nuclear … nuclear safeguards technology development. He managed more than 35 research and development projects at 12 U.S. … laboratory. "The quality of his work is one of the reasons why the IAEA successfully delivers on its mission to promote …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37548

Spring ethics series begins with MLK panel presentation

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… Luther King Jr . "Where Do You Stand in Times of Trouble?" is the title of this free, public event set for 7 p.m. in 157 Bernhard Center … Dalton Center Recital Hall. Thursday, March 29, 7 p.m.:  "Why We Don't Have a Peace Memorial: The Vietnam War and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44741

Through community partnerships, Western professor highlights history of African American Muslims in Detroit

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… community partnerships, Western professor highlights history of African American Muslims in Detroit Submitted by … Mich.—Although it's the birthplace of the Nation of Islam, a large part of Detroit's Muslim history remains … Religion called "vital, so that Americans new and old can better understand the unique history of African American …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64682

Two WMU business students among six nationwide to win prestigious scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… award from the foundation and will be paired with established executives and former Richter Scholars who will serve as mentors. The Richter Scholarship Program is the largest national scholarship program in the field of … says Hayward. "This scholarship represents more than just me; it's a culmination of the efforts of many …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52257

Dorothy J. McGinnis obituary

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… Dorothy J. McGinnis obituary Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on McGinnis Dr. Dorothy J. McGinnis of Kalamazoo, nationally known … and renamed the Reading Center and Clinic in 1970 to better reflect its emphasis on diagnostic and broad-based …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4083

Fall honors college talks focus on global citizenship

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… range of global citizenship topics are being examined this fall in a series of talks that began Sept. 10 and are … through Dec. 3 at Western Michigan University. All 11 multidisciplinary talks are free and open to the public, and being … and literacy studies. Nov. 5 —"Learning With the World: Why International and Domestic Students Make Good …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18631

WMU Foundation receives historic gift in excess of a half-billion dollars, the largest ever for a public higher ed institution

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… WMU Foundation receives historic gift in excess of a half-billion dollars, the … for all," says  WMU President Edward Montgomery . "That is why a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is at … WMed Board of Directors. "Not only is the $550 million in aggregate a staggering sum, it’s the biggest sum ever given …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64413

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in October

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… in October Submitted by Raine Kuch on WMU enrolls more than 1,850 international students from over 100 nations, and carrying their home country's flags down the field is a tradition before each homecoming football game. … My Father," an inspirational biography that shares the struggles of a family amidst adversity and one woman’s dream. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49264

Dunn answers White House summit invitation, travels to D.C.

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… President John M. Dunn heads to Washington, D.C., this week, answering an invitation from the White House to … focus on expanding access to college for low-income and disadvantaged students. College Opportunity Day of Action … one session that focuses on innovation in Michigan aimed at better preparing high school counselors to help students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20444

'Food Prisons' focuses on body image and eating disorders

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… 'Food Prisons' focuses on body image and eating disorders Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on "Food … and campus clinicians. Eating disorders include more than just anorexia and bulimia and affect an estimated eight …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/147