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Community send-off set as WMU football team heads for Detroit
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… (AP) ranked Western Michigan University football Broncos are headed to Detroit for the Mid-American Conference … central business district between 12:15 and 12:30 p.m. Fans are invited to line up along Michigan Avenue between Rose … Corey Davis broke the Football Bowl Subdivision all-time career receiving record with 5,068 yards. He also became the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36689
Celebration of freedom, 'Black joy' planned for Western community to commemorate Juneteenth
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… psychology doctoral student. "We welcome guests who are committed to efforts toward Black liberation." … in downtown Kalamazoo. Several other Juneteenth events are planned in the community throughout the weekend to mark … an event that is accessible for us to come celebrate who we are—to dance, laugh, talk and not forget our ancestors who …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68335
Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage celebrated at Western
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… Association Taiwanese Student Association Asian Americans are the fastest growing population in Michigan and the … built by many Chinese immigrants, on May 10, 1869. "There are a lot of people of AAPI heritage everywhere, especially … cultural traditions with the Western community. "The two biggest traditions and holidays we celebrate are the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64333
Western researcher publishes work on building rituals and purpose in an evolving workplace
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… Mich.—The connection that people feel when they have a shared experience is undeniable. COVID-19 has disrupted … Leadership and Business Strategy , researches how shared work rituals can inspire and give meaningfulness and … recognize their emotion as not just their own, but as bigger than themselves. When leaders speak about these shared …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65170
Olivia Bainbridge finds the balance in business law
Haworth College of Business
… business classes; I’m preparing for interviews, attending career fairs, meeting employers, getting internships, … will be entering the professional world incredibly prepared,” she says Preparing for law school is no easy task. … Implementing a routine in her life has helped Bainbridge juggle all her various projects and endeavors. When she’s not …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69629
Empowered by freedom after years in refugee camps, Medallion Scholar ready to change the world
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… "Kids in Afghanistan don't have childhoods," he says. "Many are poor, and there's so much poverty that kids are forced to go and beg on the streets or work from a young … choice. There's no school to go to; many of the schools are burned by the Taliban." At just 13 years old, Najafi …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64194
Walker Institute holding community forums on unequal justice
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… Center. He will argue that mass incarceration and education are the principal civil rights challenges America faces, and … so those interested in attending Forman's presentation are urged to reserve a place today at … forums will take place at 7 p.m. in various Kalamazoo-area locations. Tuesday, April 14 —"The Juvenile Justice …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22694
University Theatre presents 'The Country Wife'
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… Wife" at Williams Theatre is general admission. Tickets are $20, $18 for senior citizens and WMU employees, $6 for WMU students and $10 for all other students. They are available by calling (269) 387-6222, online at … or Miller Auditorium ticket offices. Group discounts are available by calling (269) 387-3227. For more …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27945
Engineering professor receives award for support of students with disabilities
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge of what they are learning. I am very honored to have been chosen to … said Konstant in nominating White. Nominees for the award are evaluated based on engagement in creating and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67927
WMU Children’s Place Learning Center plans Family Fun Night
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… families and the Western Michigan University community are welcome to attend the annual Family Fun Night at the … program curriculums, extended hours and back-up care. The Children's Place Learning Center, located in the middle of WMU's campus, is a child care option for children of University students, faculty and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27685