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Western’s new associate provost for equity-centered initiatives champions systemic educational equity and inclusion

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

… in Phoenix at a meeting of the commission, where members supported several initiatives that would help Latina/o/x/é … that promote equity and inclusion.  Rodríguez, who grew up in El Paso, Texas, as the child of hard-working … but Latina/o/x/é students are the only race/ethnic group in the United States that have population growth, whereas …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72897

Numerous WMU events slated for Hispanic Heritage Month

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… a Mariachi singer who will present songs from Mexico, and Grupo Evolución , a duo from Holland, Michigan, that will … performing will be Dominicano Ensemble , a three-person group of WMU music students featuring Daniela Franchesca Peña … of WMU student volunteers have helped keep the program going over the decades. Now, the program is the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42461

WMU board to consider resolution to receive state funding for Dunbar Hall renovation at special board meeting Thursday

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… classroom layouts, student workspaces and major technology upgrades for teaching and learning. The building will also be upgraded to maximize energy efficiency and better align with … provide $30 million of the total project costs—a process governed by the State Building Authority (SBA). In these …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68080

Updated location and time: MLK Day campus speaker is author, educator and daughter of Malcolm X

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Updated location and time: MLK Day campus speaker is author, … and available through the Miller box office for pick up until the evening of the event. You can also watch …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/73796

Many WMU offices closed during holiday recess

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… Ice Arena, respectively. Visit the events calendar for up-to-date listings. Residence halls reopen at 10 a.m. … to 5 p.m. Jan. 8; and closed Jan. 9-10. The pharmacy drive-up window is open for prescription pick-up until 5:30 p.m. on days the health center is open, except …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29002

Chen awarded third Fulbright award, research to focus on AI and business analytics

Haworth College of Business

… to cultivate opportunities for workforce re-skilling and up-skilling. In his previous Fulbright Specialist award, … and teaching from journals and conferences, the U.S. government, local community and WMU. He is this year’s …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/09/kaunchin-chen-fulbright-specialist-award

Bronco fall spirit events scheduled

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… Michigan University's fall spirit celebrations are gearing up to bring our Bronco pride home while at a distance during … "The parade is a nod to the classic WMU tradition of years gone by, when WMU students marched down the streets of … of Bronco celebrity judges—including President Edward Montgomery , Kari Montgomery and distinguished alumni— and Road …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61460

5k race benefits organization that helps injured veterans

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… Homes for Our Troops, a private non-profit organization supporting injured veterans. Hosted by the Alpha Sigma Phi … begins at 8 a.m. for the run at Kanley Track. Sign-up prior to the day of the race is $25 and available at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18147

Professor awarded fellowship to support transportation engineering in Africa

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Professor awarded fellowship to support transportation engineering in Africa Submitted by … sector,” says Kwigizile.   Kwigizile will be teaming up with Dr. Jubily Musagasa , a transportation engineering … project creates opportunities for me to be part of the ongoing process of reshaping academia in Africa to integrate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75619

National leader, respected public servant and longtime advocate for Western to receive honorary degree

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… degree Submitted by Deanne Puca on Congressman Fred Upton speaks at the dedicated of the new expansion and … August 2022 and collaborated with WMU President Edward Montgomery to discuss the future of civility in politics. Rep. … and advocating for the faculty, staff and students who go there has been one of my highest callings. Western has …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70189