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Figures of speech: Instructor helps Kalamazoo TV anchor recover his voice

W Magazine

… spent eight solitary weeks at his family’s cottage in upstate Michigan, but not for a relaxing hiatus. Instead, … really make a difference.” Following his fateful Detroit assignment, Dominianni says he feared the worst. Was it lung … he could think of, and lots of methods that were suggested to him, but no amount of hot tea brought his voice …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59637

Michigan has minerals America needs

News

… Trump Administration's list of 35 mineral and mineral groups deemed critical to the nation includes several that are … in Michigan. Together, Michigan's two peninsulas hold significant promise for boosting critical minerals … state's mining history. For example: Preliminary mapping suggests that a large deposit of potash may occur in up to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/54012

Students learn of triumph and persistence in life of Walt Disney

News

… failures. With instructor Dr. Christopher Tremblay , the group embarked in July on a cross-country journey following in … states to visit key locations marking some of the most significant moments in Disney's life, from birth to death. … serve as guides for each day, studying the historic significance of each location as well as writing an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54752

Nights at the museum: history student helps design Smithsonian sleepover program

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… Nights at the museum: history student helps design Smithsonian sleepover program Submitted by Erin Flynn … materials ready to be sent to museums, get everything set up once it's in the museums, and coordinate and organize volunteers in such a huge group," he says, DEVELOPING PROGRAMMING Students observe an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54122

WMU education instructors offer advice for parents navigating virtual learning with young kids

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… you to deliver a presentation over Zoom might have ranked up there with the proverbial naked-in-class nightmare. Same … in families with multiple children, but having a designated space for learning can improve engagement as well. … screen for longer periods of time. To help focus, Doudna suggests introducing sensory toys such as fidget spinners, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60874

Technical skills and personal growth propel student's experience

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… to the students,” explains Roberts. “Through policy change, uplifting student voices, and providing feedback, WSA has … Affairs and Division of Student Affairs, things are looking up for this initiative,” says Roberts. “The goal is to have … I can be a part of those programs,” says Roberts. “Each design and program are going to come with its own challenges, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75386

WMU advertising students win over Michigan dairy industry with professional-level consulting

Haworth College of Business

… a campaign for a real client,” says student Anna Griggs . “The independence we were given to operate as our own … side—proposing fun ideas and then gathering hard data to support why they would work was very interesting. I expect to be working on similar pitch decks in my upcoming career, and it was cool to get this experience …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71018

Adventures in sustainability: Students expand their horizons in India

Haworth College of Business

… broaden your horizons and learn about the world. For a group of 18 Western Michigan University students, their recent … made a special connection with his Indian buddy. “My assigned buddy was Sherin, and I was surprised by how well we … able to meet with several nonprofit groups who are making significant impacts among India’s marginalized populations. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/70967

Communication professor's immersive exhibit in media and news literacy will debut at Kalamazoo Valley Museum

College of Arts and Sciences

… 2022 and run through 2023. Visit the museum's website for up-to-date COVID-19 policies regarding admission. Christian … or believe? The digital games and interactive kiosks are designed to teach the habit of asking questions of our media, … students contributed to the project. In fall 2021, WMU Design Center students worked with Christian and the museum …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67102

Free college-level courses offered to income-eligible residents

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… courses, and students receive free books, tuition and supplies. Rondel D. Yarbrough , who has served as the … finish with the Shakespeare course Oct. 22 to Nov. 26. The upcoming spring semester will feature Freedom and … 53 are currently enrolled in the program, which can accept up to 15 students. Students are encouraged to complete all …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2271