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Alumni competing in goalball at Paralympics in Rio

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… and Low Vision Studies. Most, or possibly all, of them grew up attending WMU goalball sports camps and competing in WMU … throw it into the opponent's goal, with the ball traveling upwards of 40 mph. The game was developed in Eastern Europe …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34778

Balancing cybersecurity and business goals

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… possess a broad knowledge set to combat threats. “The biggest challenge is being able to balance the need for … profits,” says Jesse, who has worked in his family’s web design company where he was first exposed to the information … detection system could be developed. This of course turned up even more challenges we had to check out.” As complicated …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68924

Geography alumnus successfully navigates detours on road to career

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… his job at Maxar Technologies in Ypsilanti. He brought up the project in his interview to demonstrate the direct … the 'real world' for almost a year now, I've learned it's super competitive. Having that edge has really helped me." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58014

Miller Auditorium announces remainder of 2016-17 season shows

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… Lake Michigan Mailers Spotlight Series, completing its lineup of 2016-17 season events. Additional shows added to the … For more information about individual performances, group discounts or subscription options, or to request a season … discount is available to all WMU faculty and staff. Group discounts are available at (269) 387-2312. WMU students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/33270

Montgomery IDs and funds ideas to transform student life at WMU

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… Edward Montgomery of funding for two initiatives, designed to build a stronger sense of belonging and community … fund through a Transformational Initiatives Fund he set up last fall— Success @ WMU and Esports @ WMU . Matching … At WMU, video gaming will get a boost as the University designates an existing location to equip with 22 stations that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44612

Race, feminist perspectives and politics focus of discussion

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… of black women, Beyoncé's name was the one that came up for every single woman in my study. "There is depth and … Richardson. "We saw evidence of that power at the 50th Super Bowl, especially since so many people were talking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31358

WMU dancers selected for June appearance in Washington, D.C.

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… WMU is in ACDA's East-Central Region, which is is made up of all the universities and colleges in Michigan, New …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31356

Free Chinese culture workshops offered this spring

International Student and Scholar Services

… Chinese knotting is one of the skills being taught in the upcoming workshops. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Confucius Institute … the instructors for the Chinese Cooking workshop. Lui grew up in Hangzhou, China. She is a WMU alumna who earned a … She earned a master's degree from the Academy of Art and Design at Tsinghua University, and she worked in media in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30633

Gold Company to 'swing better' in upcoming performances

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… Gold Company to 'swing better' in upcoming performances Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … an internationally regarded and award-winning vocal jazz group, and specialty acts are a part of the group’s energetic presentation. Gold Company maintains an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30199

Western celebrates grand opening of 'newest, most innovative student union in the state'

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… spaces throughout the facility. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Strike up the Bronco Marching Band, Western Michigan University's … a lot of wide eyes and have heard a lot of, 'Wows.'" The design features floor-to-ceiling windows that stream in … of the Campus Activities Board . "The modern and updated design fosters engagement, whether you're dining, grabbing a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72548