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More than 300 students to clean headstones for Veterans Day

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… than 300 students to clean headstones for Veterans Day Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Ft. Custer National … of the college's FYE 2100 course, and 11 instructors will be leading students in the project. Students will clean … Haworth College of Business. "Service-learning has always been a part of our First Year Experience sections, but we …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10798

With a mentor by her side, Abbie Meredith is embracing her WMU experience

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… her side, Abbie Meredith is embracing her WMU experience Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Abbie Meredith KALAMAZOO, … program meant discussions about various topics, including beliefs on leadership styles, professional development and … helps guide her progress.   “One of my career goals is to be in a management position or become a team leader where I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71514

WMU part of $2.3 million program to boost diversity in economics

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… WMU part of $2.3 million program to boost diversity in economics Submitted by … KALAMAZOO, Mich.--Economists base much of their work on the belief that equal opportunity is vital to how society … profession has faced a persistent lack of women and members of underrepresented racial and ethnic groups. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53730

Aviation alum delivers critical supplies, personnel for pandemic response

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… Aviation alum delivers critical supplies, personnel for pandemic response Submitted by Erin Flynn on Noam Morgenstern … Hawaii. “With that said, Alaska Airlines has always been an essential lifeline to many communities in the state … “My role as a pilot supporting the communities I fly to has been my childhood dream, and I am extremely lucky to be able …

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

WMU's Walker Institute hosts series of community conversations regarding race and society

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… of community conversations regarding race and society Submitted by Erin Flynn on [caption] [/caption] KALAMAZOO, … as well as local community leaders. The discussions will be broadcast live on the institute's Facebook page and offer … submit questions for panelists. The conversations will then be archived on the page. "The Lewis Walker Institute is a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59824

National Guardsman, a WMU alum, helps lead effort to feed thousands of Michigan families

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… a WMU alum, helps lead effort to feed thousands of Michigan families Submitted by Erin Flynn on [caption] [/caption] PONTIAC, Mich.—Feeding the growing number of Michiganders in need during the COVID-19 crisis is no … work at the Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank in Comstock Park in late March. They packed emergency boxes full …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59294

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

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… in final push to encourage student civic engagement Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A week ahead of … focuses on encouraging civic engagement on campus, will be joined by Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist for a panel … Dr. Denise Keele , professor of political science and member of the WeVote executive committee, will moderate the …

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

WMU Theatre kicks off 2021-22 season with focus on connection, equity

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… off 2021-22 season with focus on connection, equity Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—After a year and a … year is reconnecting. We know a lot of our patrons have been coming for years, and we're so excited for them to be able to come back. I think we learned that being able to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65062

Some campus offices on reduced hours for the holidays

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… Some campus offices on reduced hours for the holidays Submitted by Deanne Puca on Spring semester begins Monday, Jan. 7. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Most Western … Monday, Dec. 24 , through Tuesday, Jan. 1 . Holiday recess begins with the end of fall semester, and some campus …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50612

Nominations sought for LBGTA awards program

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… Nominations sought for LBGTA awards program Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Lavender Graduation will be held Thursday, April 24. KALAMAZOO—Nominations are being accepted through Sunday, March 16 , for awards that …

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