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Services, programs at WMU highlighted during LBGT Pride Month

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… a world that actively tries to keep you from being who you are and simultaneously be who you were always meant to be," … bar seen as a safe haven for the gay and lesbian community. Many believe that event sparked the gay rights movement. It … on campus (in 2016), a lot of the work I would do is how to be inclusive, how to be an ally," Nguyen says. "But …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53968

Spring 2013 staff award nominations sought

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… Spring 2013 staff award nominations sought Submitted by … spring round of WMU's semiannual Make a Difference awards are due by Thursday, Feb. 28 . Make a Difference is a … to the University. Every fall and spring, semiannual awards are presented to a maximum of 15 people. Those selected for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4378

Paper produced at WMU could provide clean water for millions

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on An example of how the filter can be used (Photo credit: Folia Water) … pilot plants was successful, and the paper rolls produced are being converted into books and being readied for … Folia Water's goal is to provide clean water to as many as 1 billion people for less than a penny per day. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36402

Aviation grad ready for career to take off

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… Aviation grad ready for career to take off Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dezmond Stover … at Western, the key to success is adapting to challenges. "Many people are afraid of change, but the aviation industry … "We were able to get out and meet with the community and show students from diverse backgrounds the possibilities of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62507

Football program earns NCAA sportsmanship award

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… award. The NCAA announced the Division I, II and III winners of its sportsmanship award Jan. 17 . WMU won the … award. “This is an incredible recognition, and we are very humbled to receive this award for our small role in … lost his right eye at age 10 and left eye at age 12. However, Olson worked to live out his dream to play …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51303

Ending racism through education, systemic change is goal of criminal justice alumna

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inspired change, pushed boundaries and paved the way for so many. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Chianté Lymon was just 4 years old … "That moment has always been in my mind. Regardless of how good your grades are, regardless of anything, you always have to advocate for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/66995

Make a Difference Award nominations due

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… Make a Difference Award nominations due Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Make a … Michigan University's semiannual Make a Difference awards are due by Wednesday, Oct. 31 . Make a Difference is a … to the University. Every fall and spring, semiannual awards are presented to a maximum of 15 people. Those selected for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1698

College financial aid options explained at free event

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—College-bound students and their families are invited to come to Western Michigan University Sunday, Feb. 14 , for College Goal Sunday and to learn how to maximize their financial aid opportunities. The … any student seeking such financial aid as grants, loans and many scholarships. Michigan College Goal is a collaborative …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30202

Engineering management program now globally certified

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… Engineering management program now globally certified Submitted … achievement in quality and content," according to ASEM. "We are so pleased to have our program recognized with this … Apple, General Motors, Stryker, Denso, JR Automation and many others. International credential Students who graduate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44265

Sustainable innovation earns Western students a share of $19,000

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… Sustainable innovation earns Western students a share of $19,000 Submitted by Erin Flynn on Seed, the winning … Impact . "I have been shepherding student projects for many years, and this year’s inaugural crop of projects inin Education : Team members Keeton Bigham-Tsai , Keila Howard and Addi Sorensen To accommodate higher demand for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71723