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Screening, performance set for world premiere of 'Spirit Moves'
News
… to a screening of the first installment of the web-based documentary series, "The Spirit Moves with Us: Afrikan Dance … depth of the culture to thrive, efforts must be made to show West African dance in its most authentic and genuine … allow a production team, consisting mainly of students, to work on individual episodes. Research started in 2014 and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39422
WMU food marketing program wins industry award
Haworth College of Business
… for these efforts is rewarding and helps solidify why we work hand in hand with the industry to grow our future … engage with real business issues in the food industry, working with companies on challenging business cases and … speak for themselves. 100% of food marketing graduates are working or continuing their education quickly after earning …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/12/progressive-grocer-impact-award
Circuits and music: Engineering student creates energy in and out of the classroom
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… of renewable energy,” says Bright, who envisions herself working at an energy company after she graduates. “I’m so … and requires her to be organized to get everything done and done well. “To balance this, I find it important to … businesses in and around Kalamazoo to raise awareness about how engineering can be beneficial to all types of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66114
WMU campus United Way campaign returns to ‘make a difference' in our communities
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… area. New this year is a convenient online portal for donations. Those wishing to submit written forms that have been available in past funding drives will be able to do so by emailing Courtney Arnold or calling (269) … racial and economic equity more effectively, and take a bigger role in leading the impact that our individual United …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72650
Distinguished Service Awards to honor 2 passionate employees dedicated to student success
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… many fellow Broncos blossom under Harvey's guidance when he worked with her in Disability Services for Students . "Her … of higher education, when we sit in meetings and brainstorm how we can support and retain historically underrepresented students, Ms. Harvey is quietly doing so from her desk with a smile." "The best way to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68972
Revised strategic plan being implemented through 2020
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… direction for the next five years. WMU trustees adopted this road map for the future in March, following nearly a year of work guided by a transition team led by Dr. Jody A. … specific strategies that can be employed to achieve them. However, the revised plan encompasses five instead of three …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34750
Graduate success reaches all-time high at WMU
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… opened my eyes and my heart to the field of social work," says Johnny Anderson III , who earned his bachelor's … Impactful Experiences Eliza Foli holds a bird while doing field research. While the statistics are impressive, … "They taught me what truly goes into research as well as how to think critically during this process. Working in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57465
National leader, respected public servant and longtime advocate for Western to receive honorary degree
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… Tour on campus in August 2022 to publicly demonstrate how to disagree in politics without being disagreeable and … to honor longtime Congressman Fred Upton with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree. Upton is retiring in January after … addressing the needs of the residents of his district while working with members on both sides of the aisle to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70189
Not just an act: Theatre professor takes center stage
W Magazine
… is evident in her preparation prior to rehearsal, her work ethic and her desire to use every role she takes on as a chance to get even better at what she already does. I love writing for actors with her gifts," says … Daniels says Thomsen is a big reason audiences enjoy the show so much. “Kate’s acting has always had an element of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74826
Team named finalist for manufacturing leadership award
Haworth College of Business
… University's Bronco Force warehouse initiative beat out dozens of nominations, making it a finalist for … control. As a part of the initiative, the organizations are working with L.C. Howard Inc. to develop and execute a functioning warehouse …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/42693