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Still time to register for noncredit lifelong learning classes, trips

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… Still time to register for noncredit lifelong learning classes, trips Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Registration still open for Academy of Lifelong Learning fall … the energy landscape and nature in the Galapagos Islands to tips for making long-term care decisions, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9262

State designates $1.5 million for new WMU Resiliency Center for Families and Children

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… needs of those experiencing trauma, toxic stress, chronic disability, neurodevelopmental disorders or substance use disorders. An additional $1.5 million has been appropriated …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61480

WMU using NEH grant to aid first-generation college students

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… that are taught by experienced WMU faculty members. It is a collaboration between the University Center for the … senior year in high school and freshman year in college. This bridge-year program will address the need for greater … of the opportunities available to them by the Kalamazoo Promise [scholarship]." Metro-Roland says the NEH grant will not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37253

WMU appoints new VP for diversity and inclusion

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… Michigan University has named an experienced college administrator, professor and rising chief diversity officer to continue advancing the … effective Aug. 1. "Dr. McCorkle brings an extraordinary vision, passion and expertise to the challenge of building …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47976

Biological sciences doctoral candidate journeys from childhood microscopes to cutting-edge research

College of Arts and Sciences

… sciences currently interested in adult stem cells and tissue regeneration in flatworms, Hack has dedicated herself … beg for any kit that was science related.” Samantha Hack This passion steered Hack toward a career in science, a path … “I feel like getting your Ph.D. just feels like an upward battle,” says Hack. “You have to love it or else it's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73663

Ethics Center book clubs discuss well-being, war and money, climate justice

Study of Ethics in Society

… Ethics Center book clubs discuss well-being, war and money, climate justice Submitted … University's Center for the Study of Ethics in Society is hosting a series of lively online discussions on timely topics during spring 2022 semester book …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66775

Winter 2022-23: Time to review Western's winter weather closure policy

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… Mich.—With the winter season just around the corner, this is a good time of year to review Western Michigan … In the absence of notification via one of the methods listed below, all normal operations will continue as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69804

From military service to serving up community, Navy veteran finds new passion at Western

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… degree in food marketing. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Pickleball is big business right now, with the sport exploding into … league. And a Western Michigan University business student is hoping to build on that momentum, taking the pickleball … chain department in the Navy," he says. "But I was struggling with a class, and I guess it was fate or destiny or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70095

Service-learning honors go to students, faculty, community groups

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… winners Dr. Michael Millar, associate professor of Spanish Dr. Timothy Palmer, professor of management Dr. Edmund … Kelly Alvarez, principal at El Sol Elementary school, for his work with the school's Spanish-speaking and English-as-a-second language students and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/446

Commission OKs more WMU offerings in Florida

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… Commission OKs more WMU offerings in Florida Submitted by … seven new degree and certificate programs in a range of disciplines for students studying at its Punta Gorda, … March 27 meeting, the Florida Department of Education Commission for Independent Education approved a WMU request to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46279