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Alum working to broaden opportunities for young Dominicans
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… member of the Dominican Republic Congress paid an official visit to Western Michigan University in October. Carlos … was on campus to meet with key University officials and discuss mutually beneficial student exchanges. During his … special collaborations that will allow them to incorporate what they learn through high school and college faster." …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36111
Rita 'Claire' Callan obituary
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… to WMU. Her husband, Dr. Edward T. Callan, emeritus in English, preceded her in death in 2011. An associate professor … as a part-time instructor at different times in the Division of Continuing Education and College of General Studies … the Chicago Department of Welfare from 1953 to 1955 and what was then Chicago's Veterans Administration Research …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/42965
Recent graduate pursues dream to ignite students' passion for learning and discovery
College of Arts and Sciences
… pursues dream to ignite students' passion for learning and discovery Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. … before on that level. That summer changed my opinion on what it is to be a scientist and certainly changed my track … “How do I inspire you to actually study, or at least trigger your curiosity button that makes you ask questions?” …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69137
Film about young adults, suicide highlights spring lecture series
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… Puca on Klein KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A screening and panel discussion of "The 'S' Word," a film about young adults and … Two Minds," a journey into the lives of people living, struggling and triumphing with bipolar disorder. She is also the … 714 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, 7 p.m. Feb. 14, "What to Do When Someone You Know is Struggling," Kenneth …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44658
Program launched to diversify health care workforce through university-community partnerships
College of Health and Human Services
… 2021 to the Health Careers Pipeline Program (HCPP). HCPP is a seven-week mentorship program focused on health career … mentors will meet weekly, participating in activities and discussions to introduce them to various health careers. … care professions stronger, too. And their stories might be what inspires these younger students to do the same." “The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62357
Western engineering alum helps power next frontier of military defense in Space Force
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… and developing engines that could power intergalactic missions sounds like a job description ripped from the film … "When I started getting involved in WALI, I started to see what I was learning put into action. That helped a lot," he … doing really, really helps keep morale high and keep you chugging along." As a member of WALI, Mostek designed a system …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66119
Engineering students design concussion sensor for football helmets
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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—At a time when football concussions are triggering lawsuits and making headlines, students at Western … SafeSense Technologies LLC, off the ground. Top eight finisher Their idea was recognized as one of the top eight … anything about business, how to talk about the product or what kind of words we should use." "We've learned a lot …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17339
Trustees approve next step in establishing a Florida presence
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… Trustees approve next step in establishing a Florida presence Submitted by Anonymous (not … Gaymer said, a number of other disciplines could be suggested for delivery by WMU. Those recommendations would be … be offered by the Department of Comparative Religion to what is expected to be a national and international …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27594
Bronco kicks off holiday season as legendary Radio City Rockette
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… Flynn on Dancing at Radio City Music Hall as a Rockette is a lifelong dream for many dancers. Western alumna Gabby Fentem, second row, second from left, is among the newest class to earn a spot in the iconic … see themselves represented on the line, and that's really what it is about for me, getting to spread that joy." The " …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69927
Real Talk Diversity Series continues in November
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… the Multicultural Center of the Trimpe Building. During this interactive presentation, Dr. James M. Croteau, professor … in Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology, and Denise Miller, faculty member at Kalamazoo Valley Community … will be provided. Tribal governance "Tribal governance: What does it all really mean?" will be from 6:30 to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19837