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Math and science experts chosen for teaching fellowship program

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… to provide Michigan's high-need urban and rural schools with teachers who offer both cutting-edge preparation and … demonstrated that students in high-need schools are significantly less likely to have access to such teachers, … high-need schools means both creating opportunities for the young people who most need them and building the state's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8125

Director of WMU Business Connection office gives breakfast talk

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… that Western Michigan University's resources dovetail with local business will share her insights later this month … with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting Kayla Hunt at (269) 387-6059 or … and Anthem, providing strategic design solutions for Kellogg Co. Garcia has a bachelor’s degree in communications from …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5322

Road trip introduces college talent to Michigan engineering firms

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… or the applied sciences an opportunity to connect with employers and visit exciting communities around the … road trip, students will tour company facilities, network with professional engineers, receive advice from WMU alumni … technology. Plus, tours have been scheduled so participants can explore downtown Grand Rapids, Lansing and Detroit and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/165

Economics alumna tackling hunger, health issues at Brookings Institution

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… I grew up in a metropolitan city," she says. "But even within the city there were pockets of poverty, poor people … economics from Western Michigan University in 2019. "You get to influence policy, you get to see policy making up close and provide your …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/57684

Reading of award-winning play aims to raise awareness

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… be hosting performances of "8" that weekend in affiliation with the American Foundation for Equal Rights. "8" is a play about an unprecedented account of Perry v. Schwarzenegger, the Federal District Court case filed by the AFER to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2480

Kalamazoo Film Society presents 'Your Sister's Sister'

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… Kalamazoo Film Society presents 'Your Sister's Sister' Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … family cabin on an island in the Pacific Northwest so Jack can seek catharsis in solitude. Once there, however, he runs … unexpected presence. An evening of drinking that concludes with an awkward sexual incident is made worse when Iris …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1438

Student Organization Center opens Aug. 14 in new WMU Student Center

WMU Student Center

… The open and inviting semi-formal space was designed with the input of students who will utilize it for the … from a diversity, equity and inclusion lens because we can intentionally place organizations (near each other) to … space available for touchdown desks. Students and RSOs can take a tour of the SOC during the grand opening event on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72373

Sweet success: Food marketing student cooks up skills to help business thrive

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… launched at 10 years old and continues to successfully run with a mission to support low-income families in Kalamazoo. … going to happen but just going for it and having to give your all to something is what I enjoy,” says Wallace, who is … so much in just the first year of being at Western, and I can already see the things I’ve been taught have helped me …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/layla-wallace-food-marketing-student-leads-kalamazoo-business

Social work student finds passion, home at WMU

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… I love doing most is helping people; making that connection with them," says Anderson, community outreach coordinator … in need. "He is genuine, which is really important when you're serving an underserved community," says Mindie Smith … Howie helped me get through some things with meditation. I can't thank him enough; that changed my life. Dr. Bridget …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57553

Disability services office slates employee lunch and learn series

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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Being successful in college can be daunting for students who have a variety of … implementation grant, will focus on how faculty and staff can help support students with disabilities on their path toward academic success. It …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21425