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University College to become Merze Tate College, honoring legacy of trailblazing alumna

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… dreams and explore the world. Western Michigan University is honoring Tate's legacy by naming University College—the … alumna who was a scholar, world traveler, journalist, author and disarmament specialist who advised world … her dreams. When then-WMU President Dr. Dwight Waldo heard what happened, he immediately accepted Tate and provided her …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65686

WMU researcher says despite gender-based challenges, women entrepreneurs use grit, resilience to achieve profitable growth

Haworth College of Business

… founded solely by women.  Beyond access to funding, there is no shortage of challenges faced by women entrepreneurs. … the hurdles women face in growing their businesses: Market misperceptions: Women’s motives for starting a business are … business success is often based on “who you know” and not “what you know,” women entrepreneurs can experience limited, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58104

Community, campus programs to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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… Martin Luther King Jr. Submitted by Deanne Puca on MLK Day is Monday, Jan. 15. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … day of service, educational programs and presentations. "What is your position in times of challenge and … of the Global Automotive Alliance. Register at  tinyurl.com/BLS2018 .  Wednesday, Jan. 24 "The Easiest …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44323

Ethical labor, sustainable supply chain among topics tackled in second Bronco Challenge

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… in second Bronco Challenge Submitted by Erin Flynn on Full Disclosure team members Cloe Fetterolf, Victoria Loikits and … opened my aperture recently and inspired me to think bigger. This challenge was my first opportunity to do that in … presents Green Cat's virtual garden concept. "What makes the (Bronco Challenge) special is that students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75531

Connecting passion with purpose, music graduate sets sights on art management

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… major, Daniela Peña Cabreja routinely sings the praises of Western Michigan University. In addition to … performance opportunities, WMU helped Peña Cabreja discover a new passion and career path. Growing up in the … to pursuing a music degree.  "I went home and thought, 'What am I doing with my life? I should rethink everything.' …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62476

WMU School of Medicine will be named for medical device pioneer

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… the first class of medical students will be welcomed this fall to the Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine. The school is a collaboration involving WMU and Kalamazoo's two … in Kalamazoo, it is synonymous with community commitment. What better name for a medical school that is a true …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14100

Prevent the spread of seasonal influenza

Sindecuse Health Center

… precautions to avoid getting or spreading the flu. Dr. Lisa Marshall, director of WMU's Sindecuse Health Center, … to limit the spread of seasonal flu. At the top of the list are taking everyday preventive actions to stop the … information about influenza , how to reduce its spread and what to do if you become ill, visit the CDC at cdc.gov/flu . …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37579

WMU names economist, Washington labor expert as ninth president

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… WMU names economist, Washington labor expert as ninth president Submitted by … Aug. 1 . Montgomery, a nationally known labor economist who played major roles in both the Clinton and Obama … to our campus and extended community and excited to see what the coming months and years will bring." About WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39331

WMU goes all in to promote student success

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—This fall’s 4,700 incoming freshman and transfer students have … Western, we’ll make WMU a campus of choice,” says Monica Liggins-Abrams , director of Success at WMU. “He also wants us … have been doing for years," Liggins-Abrams explains. "What makes Success at WMU unique is its scale. We’re being …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48644

Three professors to be honored with Distinguished Teaching Awards

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… Three professors to be honored with Distinguished Teaching Awards Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, … and excited about his topics. It's hard to express what a warm, inviting presence he is in the classroom, and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48800