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Photo gallery: College of Fine Arts through the years

W Magazine

… in Dalton in April 1983. A photo of Western's renowned Gold Company in 1984. WMU graphic design students developed … Thomas and Jane Baas, professors of dance, get dressed up for a performance in 1996. Graphic design students work … project. Dance students have fun in the studio. Gold Company Sextet performs. Students perform "Temporal …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68169

Two to receive WMU's Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award

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… fully in teaching and research, contributing to the ongoing development of the Medieval Institute's academic … building an impressive body of her own scholarly work, and supporting the careers of countless others. In addition, many … to WMU, his discipline and academia. "Good research alone does not make a great faculty member. John has also been …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19495

When opportunity knocks: Alum’s business acquisition funded by Sleeping Giant Capital

Haworth College of Business

… business owners with capital, the center has successfully supported its first business acquisition through Sleeping … an early glimpse into understanding culture, strategy and goal-setting.” After graduating with a bachelor's degree in … sees all the places where the company can leverage what it does best to expand its impact. “This is an incredible …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64373

WMU campus United Way campaign returns to ‘make a difference' in our communities

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… is launching its campaign on Monday, Sept. 18 , to support the United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) and … extends into the community,” says WMU President Edward Montgomery. "The United Way campaign represents a fantastic … racial and economic equity more effectively, and take a bigger role in leading the impact that our individual United …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72650

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

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… by Lindsey Haehnel on   In just two short years, the WMU Google Developer Student Club (GDSC) is already increasing … through workshops and networking events.  Anika Tabassum at Google I/O in California. The group attended Michigan DevFest in Detroit, an event hosted by …

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

'Ultra Reflection' student fashion show takes sustainability to the stage

College of Education and Human Development

… on sustainability within their lines. This included upcycling garments and using recycled clothing that would … brand new for their line and use things from their closet, go to second-hand stores or design it yourself.” adds … natural tones. "Fast fashion brands have been going bigger and more global," says Gutierrez. "For me personally, I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71360

U-M prof to discuss income inequality, taxes during talk

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… research areas are in public finance, law and economics. Upcoming presentations The theme of this year's Sichel … for Social Research at the University of Michigan, "Why has Income Inequality Increased while Education … by the College of Arts and Sciences and the W. E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research. The lectures are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43410

From classroom to credit union, Chloe Park invests in her future

Haworth College of Business

… a bright future and successful career, thanks to the support and resources in the Haworth College of Business. … she earned her associate degree. “I had always planned to go to KCC and then transfer to a university. WMU had huge … prepared for her professional life is one thing that Park doesn’t have to worry about. Through both time in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73126

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

W Magazine

… Four remote villages in Alaska received some much-needed support when 10 students and alumni and Dr. Fritz Allhoff , … develop a profound respect for the labor of love that goes into growing food,” she says. “The program also fosters … Center Dining on a similar effort. Rising junior Gillian Goldthe says volunteering helps hone skills she’ll need in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75863

Big things are brewing: Alum leads the charge to diversify craft brewing industry

W Magazine

… Black Calder brews. Mbaba Mwana Waresa is the fertility goddess of South Africa’s Zulu nation. Ruling over … Black Calder Brewing Company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The goddess inspired his brewery’s logo, which reimagines her … we use on social media and the community organizations we support,” says Ewing. In fact, the company has created a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63903