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Week of Juneteenth events aims to celebrate emancipation, spark conversation

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two Registered Student Organizations at Western Michigan University … the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, establishing the freedom of all enslaved people, it wasn't until … in a 5K march. And realizing that this is important from a mental health perspective. Avoiding history isn't …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64444

Summer writing programs offered to teachers and kids

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… kids Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO--Registration is underway for summer sessions at Western Michigan … into literacy and language instruction at all levels, from kindergarten though grade 12. The program helps …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/358

Global warming activist to bring climate fight to campus

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… Global warming activist to bring climate fight to campus Submitted by Anonymous … , at Miller Auditorium. His presentation, titled "Notes from the Front Lines of the Climate Fight," is part of the … is bringing together scientists and humanists to consider how the world's temperature, environmental and social …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10071

Journalism students gain professional experience through Southwest Michigan Journalism Collaborative

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… Journalism students gain professional experience through Southwest … was born.  The group has since obtained a $100,000 grant from the Solutions Journalism Network, as well as $50,000 in … part of the collaborative, but also having the support of my professor who cared about my success,” says Drew, who …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69152

WMU orchestral pop ensemble sets sights on big recording project

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… residential studio in Texas. A crowdfunding campaign is now in progress to pay for the group, MNOE , to travel to … , who acts as producer for the band. Pixley-Fink graduated from WMU in April as one of the first graduates in WMU's new … and two female vocalists. That was in September 2015. So far the band has only performed twice, but something has …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32268

WMU business students win $5,000 award at GreenLight competition

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… Model Competition's first Whirlpool Award of $5,000 for his eco-friendly lawn care idea. Meanwhile, a second WMU … in GreenLight was truly an experience of a lifetime. My team's tremendous contributions, feedback from my peers and instructors and the mentoring session with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23425

Sports Medicine Clinic invites campus community to drop-in events

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… faculty and community members will be able to ask staff from Sindecuse Health Center's WMU Sports Medicine Clinic … and rehabilitation advice at special drop-in events this fall. The mid-day sessions will be offered at four campus … Ask about your own training aches and pains, or learn how through a sports medicine approach to treatment you can …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9351

New Native American Affairs Council aims to build relationships, understanding across campus and in community

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… by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A collaborative, interdisciplinary effort is underway to honor Western Michigan … be represented on the council, along with representation from the Office of the Provost, Office of Diversity and … he adds. "Having the chance to learn about the tribes and how you do business with them, how you interact with one …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/66068

Registration open for summer lifelong learning classes, trips

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… Registration open for summer lifelong learning classes, trips … and cultural learning experiences for mature adults from diverse backgrounds in an informal and stimulating … the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library will teach about how discrimination against an African-American football …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39973

An exemplar of excellence in education, Dr. James Springstead receives MAC's Outstanding Faculty for Student Success Award

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… Success Award Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—His discoveries in the lab could lead to lifesaving … makes this happen." Each year, the MAC chooses one winner from each member institution based on the many different … Springstead says. "The most rewarding and enjoyable part of my job is that I am able to help and see our Broncos succeed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64282