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Western students call virtual study abroad programs 'a great escape'

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… experience." "COVID-19 has shown us that we are all bound up in each other globally. Right now, both the United States … of various speaker sessions, an international group project and additional culture videos. These have helped … culture to life and have helped us enjoy some of the biggest benefits of studying abroad: relationship building and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63298

Western researchers land $2.5M grant to accelerate energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles

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… energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles. U.S. Rep. Fred Upton calls the grant a "well-deserved boost for WMU's … sensors that are drawing tons of power being fed into a super computer that processes all those sensor outputs and … mile of road, it equates to a very minimal investment and a significant improvement in safety and energy efficiency of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64919

WIDR staff brings home two national awards for Best Radio Drama and Best Faculty Advisor

Student Affairs

… which brings together college and high school media groups from across the globe.  "IBS is an excellent opportunity … out there with their contemporaries and see how it matches up.  "(The conference) gets tons of submissions from around … studies  student  and WIDR general manag er ) and the support of her mysterious new girlfriend, curator and art …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75005

Summer seminars scheduled for WMU teachers

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… asked to register for each day the program runs and to show up each meeting day. Register for a program Multiday … Friday, May 16-19 ; 2033 University Computing Center. Redesign Your Class Seminar—From 9:30 a.m. to noon daily Tuesday … for an online application to join. This program is designed for mid-career faculty and will focus on effectively …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39195

Frontline for relief: WMU team helps small businesses survive COVID-19 impacts

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… many small businesses throughout West Michigan are struggling to make ends meet. From lack of sales to growing … Development Center “Prior to the start of COVID-19, a significant amount of our time was assisting our clients … businesses, she says community members are also taking up the call. “I’ve been so impressed with the outpouring of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58749

Sindecuse Health Center makes getting flu shots easy

Sindecuse Health Center

… Alana's Foundation to cover the cost of vaccinations for up to 150 uninsured and underinsured WMU students. Once the … covered by the University's Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO group 007005281 and their covered dependents 12 years of age or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34893

Employers to vie for job, intern candidates at spring career fairs

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… on campus with their selected first-round candidates. The biggest spring event is the annual February Career Fair, which already has about 140 employers signed up to participate. It focuses on those seeking employment in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57421

WMU's family engagement office marks 10 years of success

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… staying connected; another 19 percent pointed to being supportive while letting go; and 3 percent felt the parent-child relationship change presented the biggest challenge. While the student is necessarily the focal … and advocates, she says. Consequently, there's been a significant rise in parent and family offices at colleges.   …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44961

WMU among recipients of nearly $1M NSF grant to boost women in STEM fields

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… WMU. "I think it is something that can really create such significant, systemic, institutional change at Western … there are often biases with respect to things like start-up packages and the sizes of lab space," says Koretsky. "All of these things are challenges that are more significant for women than men. So, understanding and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54945

Historic walking tours show a new side to Kalamazoo neighborhoods

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… about Kalamazoo or southwest Michigan are encouraged to set up a research appointment or drop by the Zhang.  "I am very … is required. Attendees should meet at the location on the designated day and time. Summer 2022 Tour Schedule Thursday … Meet at Crane Park These historic walking tours are supported by Discover Kalamazoo , Gazelle Sports , Western …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68442