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Free campus workshops offered on virtual reality
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… Free campus workshops offered on virtual reality Submitted by Deanne … on Visit the virtual reality lab on the lower level of Waldo Library. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Free workshops about virtual reality technology and how it can be used in teaching and learning begin Friday, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45777
Author, film critic and New Yorker staff member David Denby to visit campus
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The abandonment of truth and the impact of ideology on public … Denby will explore the current environment and examine how the humanities and serious reading at all levels of … That Can Change Lives" examines the value of reading and how young people learn to love serious reading in this age …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45089
Think Big leads to Rethink Smart
W Magazine
… of higher learning and, most importantly, determine how best to further fortify these qualities to advance our … timely graduation. Blurring the lines between school and work by engaging students in experience-based learning, … and then bolstering what this institution authentically does well. The evidence is found in student and alumni …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61956
No classes will be held during Thanksgiving recess
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… represented employees have contractually scheduled regular work days Nov. 23-26 since the University continues to … and will remain closed Thursday through Saturday. Biggby Coffee, K-Zoo Coney and the Bernhard Center Café and … Wednesday, Nov. 22, and remain closed Thursday, Nov. 23. Waldo is open noon to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday and open from …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43514
Broncos reap millions in media exposure from championship season
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… game at Ball State, ESPN College GameDay in Kalamazoo, Toledo at WMU regular season finale, the MAC Championship game … than the MAC Championship game at $6.9 million. Research shows five high points during the 2016 season were worth $69 … of itself, was valued at $15 million . ESPN and the NFL Network offered the University more than 10 minutes of direct …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41430
Human diversity celebrated during International Education Week
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… Other events will turn the spotlight on China, the Dominican Republic, India, Japan and Malaysia. International … Room, Kanley Chapel. Learn from WMU international students how to prepare traditional dishes from other countries. … WMU's International Programs Council is hosting a game show night to test and expand participants' knowledge about …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11011
WMU program offers free tutoring, mentorship to KPS middle and high school students
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… Western students are employed to mentor and help with homework free of charge. Roughly 50 KPS students signed up for … during fall semester. That number has already more than doubled since winter break. "We started with six tutors and … virtual schooling on K-12 students, recent nationwide data show students are failing classes at dramatically higher …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63181
Program launched to diversify health care workforce through university-community partnerships
College of Health and Human Services
… Program launched to diversify health care workforce through university-community partnerships … stories might be what inspires these younger students to do the same." “The pipeline program provides students … change in our communities.” “The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us why programs like this one are so very important, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62357
Film about young adults, suicide highlights spring lecture series
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… includes an appearance by Lisa Klein, director of the documentary. The entire series is free and open to the … objective of this film is to reduce that isolation by showing people that they are not alone. Titled "Mental Health … is Struggling," Kenneth Martin Jr., Licensed Master Social Worker, case manager, WMU Student Affairs. Feb. 21, "The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44658
Education career fair promotes networking and job readiness
College of Education and Human Development
… Education career fair promotes networking and job readiness Submitted by Chris Hybels on … Student Employment Services, the 2024 School Professional Showcase Job Fair held March 15 also featured job ready … Distinguishing itself from conventional career fairs, the showcase also had resources such as resume building and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75083