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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

Lucas-Perry makes declaration in Broadway debut: She's here to stay

W Magazine

… Lucas-Perry makes declaration in Broadway debut: She's here to stay Submitted by Erin Flynn on Crystal Lucas-Perry is now a Broadway veteran with two productions under her belt. (Photo … run at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, Massachusetts. "Having her as part of this journey just brings …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69836

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

Externships, research opportunities helped nursing grad chart path to success

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… lead presentations that inform industry leaders. "I was able to go to a nursing conference and was the only student there. I was surrounded by people who … Michigan. "The Bronson School of Nursing program has really set us up for success in our field."  That success is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75401

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

W Magazine

… 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

Four faculty receive Fulbright Scholar awards, including one Distinguished Scholar Award

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… Four faculty receive Fulbright Scholar awards, including one Distinguished Scholar Award Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Four … separate bodies of work in dialogue with each other and to set a long-range research agenda centered on our common …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68180

Two will receive WMU's Distinguished Service Award

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… Two will receive WMU's Distinguished Service Award Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. … with a Western Michigan University Distinguished Service Award during WMU's annual Fall Convocation recognition … pillar of WMU's mission, global engagement, Dr. Covell has set a standard that few others could meet," wrote a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48801

From drought to discovery: WMU researchers team up to understand climate change resilience

College of Arts and Sciences

… one of the worst droughts on record.     “I personally was on the ground witnessing its impact on people I knew and … literally littering the roadsides for miles, going up to water points.”     Fast forward to 2017, Straight decided to … a needle in a haystack,” she says. “These are dispersed settlements; people live really far apart. It was a bit of a …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/02/straight-ngo-anthropology

Anna Litvinova is off to a flying start

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Anna Litvinova is off to a flying start Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Anna Litvinova, B.S.‘20 KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … alumna Anna Litvinova , B.S.‘20, has never shied away from spreading her wings to pursue her dreams. She … Litvinova also assisted newly arriving families with resettlement and tutoring as a volunteer with the Refugee …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71875

Western staff honored for making a difference for students, University success

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… and Scott Hennessy will be recognized during the Fall Awards Celebration on Friday, Sept. 29 , for making a … members are recipients of the annual Make a Difference Award, one of the highest accolades bestowed upon nonfaculty … Western’s Dining Services, including creating manuals and set-up guides. “He is always so upbeat and friendly, and our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72256