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WMU public health, Unified clinics faculty forge ahead with experiential learning grants

College of Health and Human Services

… by Joel Krauss on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Three separate groups of faculty from Western Michigan University's College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) earned Experience-Driven Learning Venture Grants from the Office of the Provost. The grants are part of a program …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74883

Turning adversity into opportunity, WMU social work student ready to make a difference

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… Al Muhaisin is driven by a higher purpose. Thousands of miles away, in her home country of Saudi Arabia, women face injustice daily—a grim future … , visit WMU News online. Contact: Erin Flynn June 30, 2020

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60157

Lt. Gov. Gilchrist to join WeVote in final push to encourage student civic engagement

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A week ahead of Election Day, WeVote is making one last push to get … heard by voting. The lieutenant governor will kick things off with an introduction, followed by a discussion among … , visit WMU News online. Contact: Erin Flynn October 21, 2020

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61708

WMU department changes name to World Religions and Cultures

College of Arts and Sciences

… over 50 years as Western Michigan University’s Department of Comparative Religion, the department has a new name that reflects its diverse course offerings: the Department of World Religions and Cultures . Dating back to 1953, the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74749

Aviation alum delivers critical supplies, personnel for pandemic response

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Noam Morgenstern stands in front of his Alaska Airlines aircraft. SEATTLE, Wash.—Hospitals across the country are seeing an influx of patients related to COVID-19. In order to save lives and … , visit WMU News online. Contact: Erin Flynn April 15, 2020

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58982

Alumna helps craft Michigan K-12 fall return-to-learn framework

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… coordinator overseeing five counties and as president-elect of the Michigan School Health Coordinators’ Association, … that assisted the advisory council with addressing some of the largest challenges confronting K-12 school districts … , visit  WMU News  online. Contact: Joy Brown July 9, 2020

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60219

Dunbar Hall to be transformed in $40 million renovation project

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… Puca on Dunbar Hall KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Dunbar Hall, one of Western Michigan University's most heavily used classroom … capital outlay dollars.  Some $30 million from the state of Michigan and $10 million in funding raised by the … Edward Montgomery . The project is set to begin in spring 2020, and University officials expect it to be completed in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/02/51700

Freshwater studies graduate already making a splash in his field

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… good baseline to see what I want to do," says Bolzman, who officially becomes a WMU alumnus Saturday, June 27 . While … he figured out the perfect way to usher in the next wave of his career—donning his cap and gown on a paddleboard in … , visit WMU News online. Contact: Erin Flynn June 25, 2020

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60101

Next WMU development focus is the main campus South Neighborhood

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… known as South Neighborhood and will see construction of a student center, new student housing and an eye-catching new presence showcasing the part of campus that runs along Stadium Drive. "This is all about … student housing in the area will be ready for occupancy in 2020, while a new student center is targeted to come online …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/44075

WMU, Honeywell showcase campuswide energy initiatives

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… energy savings performance contract. These efforts are part of the WMU's commitment to the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment and goal of reducing energy use 25 percent by 2020. WMU President John M. Dunn is a member that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10592