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Michigan first lady's assault prevention initiative funds WMU program
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… WMU will receive $25,000 to add to its existing programs with a pilot program that will provide leadership training and transferable skills that can empower men to become part of the fight against sexual … work is focused on engaging all students, the role men can play in preventing assault is key. According to Cari …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28331
Therapy Dog Clinic awarded grant
Unified Clinics
… Fraze on Dr. Angie Moe and her golden retriever, Sunny, sit with a child at the Dog Therapy Clinic. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— … occupational therapy services provided to Kalamazoo County youth within the Unified Clinics. This is an important step … people feel better. Research has shown that therapy dogs can be a calm and supportive presence in unknown or …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75451
Building a business fueled by hometown pride
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… Michigan University has so many incredible relationships with different companies," she says, "and we, as students, … but great ideas require lots of patience," she says. "So if you've got something, rest up, be patient, surround yourself … in yourself and go for it!" Contact: Zack Zagula and Tonya Durlach June 15, 2018 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47600
Michigan mom finds fix for cold, wet winters
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… the United States. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—After years of dealing with her children's soggy mittens and stinky winter boots, Western Michigan … in life comes easy. Opportunities will not come knocking on your door. You have to go find them." Contact: Zack Zagula …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47805
WMU wins U.S. Environmental Protection Agency award
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… from simply recycling paper, cardboard and bottles and cans. WMU now focuses on waste reduction and prevention. Much of the improvement was due to significant reuse of construction materials, providing dining … stated, "It shows that waste reduction can be achieved with campus-wide support. It can’t be done by one person or …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15543
$5.5 million renovation unveiled at WMU-Grand Rapids Beltline location
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… RAPIDS, Mich.—Western Michigan University officials, along with Third Ward City Commissioner Senita Lenear, reopened … the Woodland Suites. "Research has shown many ways we can improve the way we are educating students," said Dawn … University Programs. "New technology has changed the way we can think about education—in the classroom and beyond." …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26334
WMU one of 14 U.S. schools selected for Brazilian initiative
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… activities to help implement and sustain partnerships with institutions in Brazil, culminating with a study tour to Brazil in spring 2013 to meet with … Information about the initiative can be found online . Contact: Jeanne Baron November 13, 2012 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3018
Complexions Contemporary Ballet to perform at Miller Auditorium
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… Dwight Rhoden and the legendary Desmond Richardson with a groundbreaking mix of methods, styles and cultures, … that is funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, with additional contributions from the Michigan Council for … Tickets are on sale now and range from $25 to $45. They can be purchased online at millerauditorium.com , by calling …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37413
Kalexsyn president next speaker in Entrepreneurship Forum
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… Forum. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-6059. Free parking is … resulted in Gadwood and his company being named Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year in 2010 and Best Small …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2724
Watercolors of Michigan waterways featured in WMU art show
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… is a small way of distributing beauty to other people with the hope of renewing interest in Great Lakes clean water," Chambers says. Chambers' enchantment with Michigan's waterways goes back to his early days as a … the Great Lakes that is reflected in his art. "Fresh Water" can be viewed 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday through …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/787