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Professor wins prestigious Japanese literary prize for poetry

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… Japanese literary prize for poetry Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Jeffrey … that only people who have two languages embedded deeply within themselves can reach," said Natsuki Ikezawa , a … an inkstone, an item that is used in East Asia when writing with a brush. For that reason, the inkstone has come to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38292

WMU set to honor two for distinguished service

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… WMU set to honor two for distinguished service Submitted by Anonymous … by nominators for helping the libraries be more proactive with its guests, leading many initiatives to improve service … His many efforts and development of relationships with the University have "led to generous philanthropy and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27354

Climate crisis causes crescendo of catastrophe

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… in some areas of the globe, while others are plagued with extreme drought. An ancient river dries up, unearthing … for centuries. Don't expect Indiana Jones to swing in with his whip to prevent it from falling into the hands of … or a forensic anthropologist," says Dr. Lisa DeChano-Cook , professor in the Department of Geography, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69852

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute slates January Thaw event

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… Learning Institute slates January Thaw event Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The Cranbrook House is the … Any Age. The Real Road to Wellville: Dr. John Harvey Kellogg and the History of the Battle Creek Sanitarium. Day trips … Auburn, Indiana, June 3. Trips are offered in cooperation with the AAA Travel Agency out of Omaha, Nebraska. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20891

WMU garners more than $1.6 million in grants in months of April, May

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… million in grants in months of April, May Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … at $334,316. Grants for public service came in at $297,102. Notable research awards included a $195,121 grant from the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33493

Group started to fill students' critical unmet needs

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… to fill students' critical unmet needs Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The project is seeking donations … so they, too, can contribute to their fellow students but without an added financial burden." The Student Emergency … students. "As the cost of education rises and families struggle to make ends meet, many students cut back on their food …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18486

A growing inspiration: Undergraduates’ garden initiative motivates the masses

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… garden initiative motivates the masses Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Alexa Hempel, Lexus … atop a retaining wall, a vibrant garden flourishes with an array of fresh produce—from baby watermelons to … to bridging the equity gap in home gardening, particularly within urban settings. Encouraging active participation in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73961

WMU professor's research paves the way to improving pedestrian safety nationwide

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… safety nationwide Submitted by Erin Flynn on It’s not why the chicken crossed the road, but how drivers … were actually following the posted speed limits. So, he suggested enlisting police to strictly enforce the law when children were walking to and from school, along with an education campaign that highlighted the current …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57296

'Passed On,' by Nichole Maury, on display at the Richmond Center

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… Maury, on display at the Richmond Center Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … Her work explores the parallel relationships that exist within printmaking, drawing, and other process-based modes …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19528