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Students help lead COVID-19 prevention, education efforts on WMU campus

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… but are now complicated exponentially by the pandemic. A group of Western Michigan University students is leading the … is what they've chosen to do as their career, and so what better way to give them skills and portfolio pieces that will help …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61540

International students at WMU to share their cultures

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… . The 2017 observance kicks off with the Western World Cup soccer tournament and ends with Malaysian Night. In between, numerous events, all free or low-cost and open to … in the Kalamazoo community and experience the Caribbean way-of-life by way of the Dominican Republic. There also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43671

Longtime student advocate named dean of students

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… and she addresses each student concern that comes her way with the utmost care and professionalism. We are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27962

Student Recreation Center reopens with safety precautions in place

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… across the state. With the group’s input, the governor signed an executive order allowing gyms statewide to open … the effort, the reception of support is overwhelming,” says Beth Northuis , assistant director of fitness and wellness … staff has been hard at work coming up with creative ways to keep the WMU community connected and active with a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61100

Former Africana studies director serves as consultant on film

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… served as historical consultant on the film. Titled "Up From the Bottoms: The Search for the American Dream," it … and segregation and set out to find the American dream. "Up From the Bottoms" is a West Michigan migration story but it also touches on the vast differences in culture between the north and south and delves into the racial …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/110

A love letter to single parents: WMU alum publishes poetry collection

College of Arts and Sciences

… region while telling part of the city’s story. It touches upon the auto industry, the newspaper strikes of the 1990s, … Collard’s thematic representation of place, he also touches upon parts of life that aren’t often discussed: Collard … his book at a place he frequented in his earlier years made up one of the most notable stops he completed.  “I used to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74346

Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation

College of Arts and Sciences

… became evident, a visionary renovation plan was launched. Designed in partnership with Tower Pinkster and HGA, the … and the future Hilltop Village, facilitating easy access between them. Renewing and honoring a legacy The … fields are increasingly interconnected, transforming the way students experience storytelling and media education. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73667

University getting ready to adopt new email system

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… actual conversions will take place at night to minimize disruptions. Due to the volume of data involved, it will take … for Education and Microsoft O365 for Education we found significant strengths in both. The result was that both … of email folders and had other compelling features that swayed the decision." Kluk notes that the Office of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28112

Student organization seeks imaginative technological solutions to today’s societal problems

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… events.  Anika Tabassum at Google I/O in California. The group attended Michigan DevFest in Detroit, an event hosted by … with universities including University of Michigan and Wayne State University. Tabassum also served as a … community.  “Most of our events are structured in a way that people from any major with any level of skills can …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/student-organization-seeks-solutions-societal-problems

'The Wizard of Oz' coming to Miller Auditorium

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… one of the greatest family musicals of all time twists its way into Kalamazoo. Audiences will be captivated as they … the iconic 1939 MGM film, "The Wizard of Oz" will blow you away from the moment the tornado touches down and transports … or in person at the Miller Auditorium Ticket Office. Groups of 10 or more can call (269) 387-2312 for special …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44387