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WMU to observe National Campus Sustainability Day

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… John Francis, also known as the Planetwalker. Catered by Gorilla Gourmet, the student luncheon will begin at … 1971 San Francisco Bay oil spill, John Francis gave up the use of motorized vehicles. Soon after, he took a vow … for the next 22 years, and didn't speak for 17. During this time, he managed to earn a bachelor's degree at Southern …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1891

WMU, community groups developing plan for local waterways

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… WMU, community groups developing plan for local waterways Submitted by Deanne … quality for two local waterways. A steering committee made up of community stakeholders from the city of Kalamazoo, … such as green infrastructure.  WMU has been a long-time partner and leader in watershed management. For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45863

Western launches food marketing focus within MBA program

Haworth College of Business

… Michigan University’s food and consumer package goods marketing program is planning to offer new coursework … marketing program the best in the nation. “It's an exciting time to be in the industry, with customer connection, category management, food marketing and supply chain front and center,” says Dr. Russell Zwanka , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67144

Flint water disaster topic of talk by Virginia Tech scientist

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… Feb. 9 , to talk about using science to serve the public good. Siddhartha Roy , a graduate student and communication … by Civil Engineering Professor Dr. Marc Edwards , mounted what it viewed as a scientific relief effort to expose the … announced earlier this month that it is now able to wrap up its work in Flint. More about their work can be found at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29841

Update: Aerial mosquito treatment canceled for WMU campus area

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… Equine Encephalitis. The state posts updates at  michigan.gov/eee . 9/29/19 Update:  State health officials have … 29 , and conclude at 4:30 a.m. on Sept. 30 . During this time mosquitoes are most active, while fish and beneficial … health and safety at WMU. Preventative measures The MDHHS does not expect adverse human health effects from being …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55656

Two PA grads receive white coats at private ceremony

Physician Assistant

… and events canceled as ICU beds in the community filled up and we all waited to see what would happen next. Students in the College of Health … meeting on Mackinac Island, with attendees all dressed up for the Grand Hotel dining room and dinner music in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66367

Popular plant TikTok showcases student’s succulent humor and self care

W Magazine

… in the common areas for his viewers or working part time at Western’s Finch Greenhouse. He envisions starting … me a copy of Peter D’Amato’s ‘The Savage Garden’ and that’s what inspired me to buy my first carnivorous plant.”  … “I’ve known about them for years,” he explains. “When I got on TikTok, I started promoting them because they do …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71781

Student team launching NASA competition dream

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… students over the past six years to move the club from a group of individual hobbyists to a competitive team. Jay Krebs … the opportunities it provides. It’s exciting to talk about what we do.” Krebs and his teammates are talking a lot these … a parachute recovery system, and a payload system. The goal of this year’s NASA mission, "Lunar Ice Recovery," is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56773

Faculty support key to cybersecurity student's goals

Cybersecurity

… Faculty support key to cybersecurity student's goals Submitted by … one of the best academic experiences he has had during his time in the program has been in the classroom with Dr. Alan …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73209

Two new additions bring total number of WMU LEED buildings to 12

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… by the U.S. Green Building Council is the nation's gold standard for the design, construction and operation of … green buildings. The event marked the first time any college or university in Michigan was able to … certify five buildings in a single year. The event also was what is believed to be the first time anywhere that five …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20386