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Ethics Center speakers tackle politics, robot rights and more
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… Puca on Dr. Bernhard Stahl KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An expert on international politics and policy, particularly in … Sept. 4. Dr. Bernhard Stahl of the University of Passau, Germany, will speak at 3:30 p.m. in the Brown and Gold Room of … study to examine the thesis that mass atrocity situations are silenced in globally influential countries, which thus …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54876
WMU researchers develop framework for creating more efficient masks
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… WMU researchers develop framework for creating more efficient masks Submitted by Erin Flynn on … protective equipment (PPE)—such as N95 masks—based on how fibers are arranged in the mask material. Their discovery could …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64847
University Libraries 2024 Impact Report now available
University Libraries
… the previous calendar year. Check out our report and learn how we served the Western Michigan University community and beyond through leadership and impactful programming in 2024. Read our 2024 Impact Report For more WMU news, arts …
https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/03/impact-report-2024
Pandemic didn’t swallow restaurant industry’s appetite for innovation
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… on Old Burdick's Bar and Grill in Kalamazoo is among the many restaurants to create new outdoor seating options to … skipping a beat—even seeing an influx in business. Others, however, would have to reimagine their operations to stay … for “ghost kitchens”—mobile units with space to prepare to-go meals without the added costs of rent, utilities …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63904
Business students win national finance competition
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… issues. Josh and Alison make a great team, and they are willing to take initiative. It was through creativity … the experience. "We did an analysis of social media and how it benefits financial service professionals through … to utilize within the financial services industry due to many regulations and restrictions that create barriers. The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/160
Four partner community colleges sign new agreements with WMU
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… a critical credential that will help them throughout their careers. The presidents of four community colleges with close … degree,” Greene says. “This is about our institutions showing our joint commitment to our students and their … The flexibility afforded by the agreements is important to many students, notes Glen Oaks’ Wheeler. “Students often …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3362
Volunteer experience feeds student's passion to help others
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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Access to a nutritious meal is something many people take for granted. Western Michigan University … got a firsthand look at the need in the Kalamazoo area when she started volunteering with Meals on Wheels . … had no idea the impact it would have on her. "I never knew how many people were so passionate and caring about their …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53331
WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, Dec. 12
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… WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, Dec. 12 Submitted by Paula M. … Trustees is set to convene at noon on Thursday, Dec. 12 , in the Heritage Hall ballroom to consider several items, including trustees' assessment of President Edward …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/trustees-meet-dec-12-0
Event to showcase global engagement opportunities
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… Event to showcase global engagement opportunities Submitted by … and advance the interpersonal skills most desired by many of today's employers by attending the Study and Intern … in any discipline, regardless of foreign language skills, are eligible to earn major and minor or general education …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1798
County event to focus on richness, wisdom of workplace diversity
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… focus this year on the richness and wisdom that diversity brings to the workplace when it holds its annual diversity … talk at 9:30 a.m. and again at 1:30 p.m. Both presentations are free and open to the public and will include an on-stage … Respecting Differences program will utilize practices from many cultural traditions to not only illustrate the richness …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45934