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Kalamazoo Public School sixth-graders set to visit WMU this spring

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… University students, faculty and staff are again gearing up to welcome local middle school students to campus for a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38644

Combining passion for medicine with philanthropic ideals, biomedical sciences grad ready to make an impact

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… make an impact Submitted by Erin Flynn on Omer Idris racked up a number of undergraduate research opportunities while … States from northeast Africa just five years ago, he faced significant challenges but remained determined to pursue his … of Health, Equity and Community Affairs. "It was designed to give opportunities to students who might not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75831

Little River Band with special guest Ambrosia at Miller Auditorium

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… Little River Band was one of the most successful groups to emerge from down under. The group's polished style was draped all over the radio throughout … and five Top 20 singles, including "How Much I Feel" and "Biggest Part of Me." The band has received heavy FM airplay …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37495

Loretta Long: From big dreams to Big Bird, she used her talents to educate millions

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… girl going after a career in show business. "I wasn't supposed to pursue music," she told a crowd at Rider University in 2018. "I was supposed to be a teacher—a history teacher who was going to … cast member was also working on the preliminary set design for a new educational program for kids. With Long's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63204

Adjunct jazz professor Duane Davis wins prestigious Ellis Marsalis, Jr. Educator of the Year Award

Jazz Studies

… In addition to directing GCII, Duane regularly stepped up to direct Gold Company during Zegree’s sabbaticals. Davis … school and college educators around the world affirmed the significance of this nomination.    For 31 years, Davis has … footsteps as educators, they have also played with the biggest names in jazz— Cecile McLorin-Salvant , Christian …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74753

Broncos head into fall with updated look and revamped athletics website

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… Broncos head into fall with updated look and revamped athletics website Submitted by … of Intercollegiate Athletics has undergone a subtle design evolution during the past year to stay modern and … colors of brown and gold, the new athletic apparel and design incorporates black, gray, and white to represent …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34745

Baby to ballerina and beyond: Dance double major can plan for the future at Western

First-Year Faces

… I had to go to physical therapy and speech therapy to catch up. My physical therapist suggested dance as part of my therapy.” Tate discovered more … Many students go on to careers in physical therapy, occupational therapy or medicine. They also get an opportunity …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69084

Climate Emergency Month, led by WMU's Climate Change Working Group, will focus on awareness, action

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… Emergency Month, led by WMU's Climate Change Working Group, will focus on awareness, action Submitted by Erin Flynn … of March, which the University's Climate Change Working Group has declared Climate Emergency Month . "We're talking … the month, there will be a wide range of programming designed to engage the campus and local community—from …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70784

Understanding electric propulsion: Aerospace researcher shares expert knowledge with NASA

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and modeling for electric propulsion under Lemmer’s expert supervision. Electric Propulsion : Electric propulsion is a … integration in CubeSats.  Hall thrusters : The team designed a prototype of a small Hall effect thruster (HET) … electrical and machining resources. This resulted in significant educational value to students working on the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70801

Data is only the beginning for ambitious business student

Haworth College of Business

… major—it was a perfect fit! His responsibilities included updating project tasks and troubleshooting to ensure his … he says, adding that his communication skills have improved significantly since attending events held by WMU Haworth. … care about the success of their students, so they are all super supportive of my education,” he says. “I think that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73049