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NYT gives first study abroad innovation award to WMU faculty

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… faculty members have earned the inaugural New York Times inEducation Award for Innovation in Education Abroad, … individually and collectively, have designed academically rigorous study abroad programs that promote global awareness," … economy by 2020. But at the same time, she notes, India struggles with such challenges as poverty, hunger, toxic air …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/11/50449

Engineering professor elected vice chair of worldwide computing society

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… computing society Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Dr. Ajay Gupta KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Ajay Gupta , professor and acting … is also a non-voting member of the organization’s board of governors. “Having a role in the oldest computing society … and approaches on where the computing field is headed, what the push will be in the next 5 to 30 years and what

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66831

Western celebrates cultural diversity during virtual International Festival

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… and showcases of global engagement at Western. Student groups will compete nightly for the best video submission in three categories: food, fashion and fun. Winners will be determined by … on three topics that are universally important to all of us—what we eat, what we wear and how we have fun," says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63694

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

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… by Megan Looker on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In an unprecedented time of uncertainty, many small businesses throughout West … and assistance in filling out the various forms needed for government aid.  Tamara Davis, regional director of the … 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

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 … president of engagement, says. "While much has changed over time, and this year especially, the new parade aims to …

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

Southwest Michigan slates Chávez dinner, awards program

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… Chávez Scholarship. Proceeds from the annual dinner go toward that scholarship, which is for Michigan college or … Champion of Justice Award in 2012. Alicia Martinez , of Bangor, Mich., will receive the Delores Huerta Community … works at all hours and on weekends making home visits to support as well as recruit migrant families in labor camps. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14270

Western opens campus to medieval scholars for 2023 International Congress

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… a rotating repertoire of short performances at various times and locations throughout the Congress. In addition, … will be another edition of Mining the Collection, an ongoing series of virtual lunchtime, behind-the-scenes museum … content are removed from the meeting site. The late fee does not apply for online attendees. Find information, costs …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71446

WMU trustees approve new three-year contract with AFSCME

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… 2.5 percent, and increases between 2 and 2.5 percent go into effect for the third year of the contract. Other … action, trustees also granted WMU officials authority to negotiate terms with the city of Kalamazoo for a temporary …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48598

LGBT student services cosponsors bowling fundraiser

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… presented by Bell's Brewery and will span two days. First up will be a white party at 5 p.m. Friday, June 14, for … and singing to an entertainment lineup headlined by Chicago-based Kimi Hayes. In addition, there will be more than 75 … as to educate the persuadable public of the realities of what it means to be LGBT in southwest Michigan. Visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7138

New name, enhanced mission: WMUx fosters innovative next-level learning

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… while in high school, regional nonprofit workers, long-time professors and traditional students. The unit's new … than capabilities.  "This entire transformation from EUP to WMUx represents a significant investment in the core … and listening phase, seeking out faculty and asking them: "What kinds of things can you imagine? What ideas do you …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58331