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Virtual book clubs examine ethical questions on current social topics

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… social topics Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The responsibilities health care workers face during a public health crisis, the moral … virtual discussions on Webex. Registration is required . "What the Eyes Don’t See: A Story of Crisis, Resistance, and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61261

WMU Study Abroad nears pre-Covid levels, faculty-led programs drive participation growth

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… on international semester adventures in January, while another 97 plan to travel during the spring semester with their … 85 study abroad programs in 30 countries . Most students are traveling to Europe, Asia and Latin America. However, … immigration, Snyder says.   The students then experience what they have read about by spending a week studying in the

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/studyabroadgrowth

WMU alumna named Michigan’s 2026 High School Assistant Principal of the Year

College of Education and Human Development

… named Michigan’s 2026 High School Assistant Principal of the Year Submitted by Chris Hybels on Tara Becker-Utess, … of administrative experience in Mason, Tara exemplifies what it means to be a servant leader,” says  Myriah   Lillie … High School principal. “Her intelligence, work ethic, and care for both staff and students have transformed our school …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/tara-becker-utess-alumni-state-award-assistant-principal-secondary-education

Russian politics is a “moving target” for WMU Fulbright scholar

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… for conducting research on transition environments and the role civic initiative plays in defining the public … the Russian university in the mid-90s. “The country was somewhat of an enigma to us during the Cold War, and my gut … said. “The near knee-jerk distrust was equally shared by both sides, something I discovered firsthand as a …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2012/10/butterfield-fulbright-russia

Cybersecurity student creates the community she knew was needed

Cybersecurity

… Cybersecurity student creates the community she knew was needed Submitted by Kayla Lambert … is looking at her field from a unique perspective.  “One of the most exciting developments in cybersecurity is the … Ekblaw arrived at Western knowing cybersecurity was the career path for her. A lover of problem-solving and …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2026/02/erika-ekblaw-cybersecurity-creates-community

Spring Into The Streets Spring 2026

Student Engagement

… Spring Into The Streets Spring 2026 Submitted by Valerie Ott on Spring Into the Streets You and your organization is invited to … March 27th, through Sunday, March 29th. See the full list of volunteer opportunities here: …

https://wmich.edu/studentengagement/news/2026/03/spring-streets-spring-2026

New study abroad experience for first-year students launches a WMU education in the Dominican Republic

Study Abroad

… for first-year students launches a WMU education in the Dominican Republic Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on … Students travel just outside one of the Free Trade Zone areas, in the Northwest region of the country.  The 3‑credit … trip catalogue . Applications must be submitted by May 15 for August travel.   Incoming first-year students who do …

https://wmich.edu/study-abroad/news/2026/02/first-year-study-abroad

The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences celebrates 60 years of excellence 

College of Arts and Sciences

The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences … of the College of Arts and Sciences said. “Our graduates are making a difference across the globe.”    About The … has grown tremendously since its humble beginnings in 1965, when founding chair Dr. Lloyd J. Schmaltz established the

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/12/geos-60th

From AI to detecting fraud to supply chains: WMU business faculty’s research applies to industry

Haworth College of Business

… to industry Submitted by Abbie Griffith on For faculty in the college of business, applied research is their forte, … and it makes fundamental differences in how businesses are run day to day. Check out some of the work of leading … and we often find ourselves falling short or giving up. But what if you could harness the power of social media …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75907

Spring virtual book clubs examine ethical questions

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… questions Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What are the responsibilities of political parties and citizens in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62657