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Events recognize service learning and nonprofits
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… students, and three community organizations that partner with WMU on service-learning initiatives will receive awards … to @email or (269) 387-2155, please indicate which event you will attend or if you will attend both. Contact: Tonya Durlach April 1, 2012 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/196
Students learn of triumph and persistence in life of Walt Disney
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… Disney, studying his background, successes and failures. With instructor Dr. Christopher Tremblay , the group … journey following in the footsteps of the American entrepreneur and pioneer in the animation industry. … life, from birth to death. "By walking in his footsteps, you get an idea of the simplicity of his life and what was …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54752
Interest in political science brought Myanmar scholar to WMU
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Thein (left) visitng Chicago with a fellow Fulbright scholar. KALAMAZOO—Dramatic efforts … and how other countries manage their affairs at the American Center in the Embassy of the United States in Yangon. In … international students. "I enjoy living at Spindler because you can access the Internet there 24 hours a day and it is a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7139
WMU introduces new tribal governance certificate
College of Arts and Sciences
… (Photography credit: Johnathan Moulds) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With the launch of the region's only graduate certificate in … and societal challenges of tribal governments. The credits can also be applied toward the Master of Public … a member of the Pokagon Band of the Potawatomi. “Students can engage with various tribal entities through subject …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71601
Theatre graduate ready for next act, bolstered by support and mentorship
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… Flynn on Elizabeth "E.J." Taylor will graduate from Western with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in theatre focused on acting … was the perfect thing for my energy," she says. "When I was younger, I was always scolded for being too loud and too much. But on stage, where I can shine brightest, I can be as big as I want to be and it …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67925
Managing success: one category and student at a time
Haworth College of Business
… in the food industry, as well as to other universities with food marketing-focused programs,” says Dr. Russell … out so much on my resume and sets me apart from other applicants with similar education and experience levels. … don’t rush through. It will without a doubt be useful in your career.” Food and consumer package goods marketing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67635
Fighting fast fashion on the fast track to a career
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… student from Glen Arbor, Michigan. Pairing passion with purpose, Adams is finding new meaning in her career path through an internship with sustainable fashion brand Plannett Gunnett —a … Adams has built a solid portfolio of work that she can present to future employers. “I have really enjoyed …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/broncos-lead-internship-julia-adams-social-media-sustainability-fashion
Interactive, hands-on live show added to Miller Auditorium lineup
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… University's Miller Auditorium for the new live show "Brain Candy Live," starring Adam Savage, editor-in-chief of … and Michael Stevens, creator of the award-winning YouTube Channel Vsauce. The show has added 24 cities to its … and co-hosted by Savage, the show mixed scientific method with problem-solving curiosity and ingenuity to confirm or …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41950
WSA offering two $1,000 scholarships
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… $1,000 scholarships are available, one for students who can demonstrate they have supported diversity at Western Michigan University, and the other for students who can demonstrate support for students with disabilities. Applications for both scholarships are …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/182
From Colorado to Kazoo - Maya Thornley's Aviation Elevation
College of Aviation
… was more than a John Denver song. For her, it meant flying with her dad in the skies over her home state of Colorado. … she says, "so I caught the bug from him. I grew up tagging along in a Cessna 172 that he rented on weekends. We … am getting tons of hotel points," she says, "which means I can continue going on adventures even when I'm not working." …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/thornley