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Western student leaders attend inaugural first-generation college celebration at White House
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… right, got a special, behind-the-scenes tour of Washington, D.C. thanks to alumna Julie Shroyer, B.S.W.'87, … calls visiting the White House "a 'wow' moment." "Going to Washington to meet a senator, legislators and other leaders; … and Joana exemplify the reason for which WMU operates and sets out in its mission to achieve, which is to provide …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73523
20 incoming students win $60,000 Medallion Scholarships
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… fall. Medallion Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at … 2016 presidential election and as a volunteer Capuchin Soup Kitchen helper. Veronica A. Buss Veronica A. Buss, of … Blessings in a Backpack; assisting with Syrian refugee resettlement efforts, which included a project with her high …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41400
Miles, Zeng honored with Distinguished Service Awards
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… Miles, Zeng honored with Distinguished Service Awards Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Drs. Ann … with Western Michigan University's Distinguished Service Award during a ceremony Thursday, Oct. 7 . “One of higher … service and visionary leadership make her an invaluable asset to Western and the community. Even during the height of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65824
Registration open for new lifelong learning classes, trips
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… Programs. In addition, the event will include a book swap and a chance to donate items to the Kalamazoo Literacy … are: Feb. 2—"Music Therapy: The Rhythm of Recovery," Dr. Edward A. Roth , professor of music and director of the music … in the half-day OLLI Healthy Living Conference set for Wednesday, May 2 , in WMU's College of Health and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44416
WMU students moved to retirement home as part of intergenerational study
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… students have made their home in a special communal setting off campus. It’s similar to a college dorm—single … or visitor in assisted-living and nursing homes. “But this was very unique,” she says. “I wasn’t volunteering and leaving. This was my home. I was …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46636
Investment, pandemic pivot spur success for genomics company
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… cases began surging in the spring of 2020. "We really wanted to help in whatever way we could," says Mike Getz , Genemarkers chief executive … Supporting Life Sciences The Michigan Legislature initially set up the BRCC at Western in 2003 as a way to help grow …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64148
Far out! Researchers at Western testing technology to propel NASA deeper into space
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… shuttles blasting off from Cape Canaveral accelerate toward the sky with explosive chemical reactions, electric propulsion is a more efficient way to move rockets, satellites and other objects once … with Lemmer provided a number of practical experiences to set Mooney on the path to success in the aerospace field. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63430
Pandemic pushes dancers to explore new territory in virtual Winter Gala
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… who recently received a Creative Living for Dancers Award to create work in a virtual space. The evolution of … University's Virtual Reality (VR) Lab , Paschich imagined a way for dancers to be transported into a digital world. John … gave Western dance students a chance to expand their skill set and learn new forms of expression. "Getting to work with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63239
ESPN College GameDay coming to WMU Saturday
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… football game versus Buffalo will kick off at 3:30 p.m. in Waldo Stadium, and will be televised nationally on ESPNU. … are No. 14 in the AP Top 25 and No. 21 in the USA Today Amway Coaches Poll and College Football Playoff rankings. WMU … head to MAC Championship | Dec. 2, 2016 Community send-off set as WMU football team heads for Detroit | Nov. 30, 2016 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36423
Combining passion for medicine with philanthropic ideals, biomedical sciences grad ready to make an impact
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… sciences. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—It's one thing to say you want to change the world and another to go and do it. Omer … "I feel empowered," he says. "I feel an immense gratitude toward Western." Idris' passion for medicine began early on. … take long for Idris to prove himself in the lab, which set off a cascade of professional opportunities, including …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75831