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Physics alumnus journeys from space dreams to quantum realities

College of Arts and Sciences

… on Dr. Manqoba Hlatshwayo (middle) with his advisors Prof. Elena Litvinova (WMU, left) and Dr. Kyle Wendt (LLNL, … of becoming an astronaut evolved, Hlatshwayo's passion for science as a means to solve complex problems found its home … physics. His pursuit led him from South Africa to earning a bachelor’s degree at Rhodes University before starting his …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73965

Three professors lauded as emerging scholars

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… Three professors lauded as emerging scholars Submitted by Anonymous … (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—A languages and literatures professor known internationally for his English translations … in the development of a new method of physics and science education, and a chemistry professor cited as an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1514

WMU building foundation for safe, secure artificial intelligence development with NSF grant

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… intelligence—AI—applications are all around us. A computer science faculty team at Western Michigan University is … intelligence. "As AI increasingly permeates every facet of our daily lives, we begin to observe reported cases of AI-related failures and misadventures," says Carr. "We …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60501

E.J. Dionne on campus for humanities center speaker series

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Dionne KALAMAZOO—A high-profile Washington Post columnist will lead off when the University Center for the Humanities launches … thorny issues as what the outcome of the election means for science policy, the politics of race and democratization …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2283

WMU, WCCCD add reverse transfer agreement to partnership

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… students to seamlessly transfer to WMU to complete their bachelor's degrees at a WCCCD Wayne County campus. Under the terms of the new reverse transfer agreement, transfer students who … to them if they enter the workforce before completing their bachelor's degree. The presidents of both schools say the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8660

Chair receives national award for advocacy of multicultural issues

College of Education and Human Development

… Chair receives national award for advocacy of multicultural issues Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. … Valerie Dixon KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Valerie Dixon , chair of the Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology, was …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/08/valerie-dixon-cecp-winner-national-multicultural-award-namrc

Four visiting campus as candidates to lead international operations

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University officials have announced the names of four candidates from … a variety of positions there until 1999. Pierce earned her bachelor's degree and two master's degrees from Michigan … instructor at American middle and high schools. He earned a bachelor's degree from Bowdoin College and, after doing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7140

WMU adds new undergraduate and graduate program concentrations

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… changes to academic programs that include the creation of an undergraduate concentration in audiology as well as a … program changes The audiology concentration within the Bachelor of Science degree in interdisciplinary health sciences will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16288

New event series explores, 'What is a life well lived?'

Study of Ethics in Society

… months during the 2024-25 academic year, the series will offer a variety of opportunities, ranging from a documentary screening to a … (OLLI at WMU) and the University’s Center for the Study of Ethics in Society . “Now more than ever, people are …

https://wmich.edu/ethics/news/2024/09/ethics-0

Two fine arts faculty saluted for teaching excellence

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… faculty members have been selected to receive the College of Fine Arts Dean's Teaching Award, recognizing them as … degree in printmaking from the University of Iowa and a bachelor's degree from the School of the Art Institute of … a master's degree in music education. He received his bachelor's degree in music education from the University of

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3061