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WMU joins national alliance aimed at developing more inclusive and diverse STEM faculty

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… national alliance aimed at developing more inclusive and diverse STEM faculty Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, … & Diverse STEM Faculty . The new cohort joins an  inaugural set  of 15 institutions that began working together to … for them to aspire to be part of these fields going forward," says Dr. Jennifer Bott , provost and vice president …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56137

WMU alumna receives Uganda’s Medal of Honor

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… of Western Michigan University’s science education program, was recognized for her work to increase educational … which coincidentally was also the day her hometown of Nebbi district hosted the national celebration to mark … It hosts a variety of global learning activities, such as designing and promoting scholarship and academic …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/alumna-receives-medal-honor

Native seed project helps WMU get back to its roots

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… to this fall came courtesy of Landscape Services. They readied campus for the academic year by planting as well as … selection management technique Prescribed burns could be set at two Asylum Lake sites Monday, April 22 Native seeds … of the Native Plant Propagation Project's seedlings into waiting containers that they care for until the seedlings …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54808

Sport management grad ready to hit the court running

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… ready to hit the court running Submitted by Erin Flynn on Warda Niaz is graduating with a bachelor's degree in sport … of sports into her future career. "I just knew whatever I did, I wanted to stay connected with the sports industry," … of community and culture that Western Michigan has; it sets you up for success." Her hard work could pay off soon; …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71990

Geography program earns national excellence award

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… Geography program earns national excellence award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … enhanced the prominence and reputation of geography as a discipline as well as have demonstrated the characteristics … and affirmation by our peers of the high standards we have set for geography master's programs across the nation," says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54206

Student pursues public service with prestigious award

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… Student pursues public service with prestigious award Submitted by Erin Flynn on Caitlin Wiley explores Rio … in Buenos Aires. Hiking the Andes Mountains. Hang gliding in Rio de Janeiro. Ziplining in Costa Rica. Caitlin … Global Education . Wiley says her experiences at WMU also set her up for success. "If I hadn't had professors who …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53032

Western honors staff for impact on students and campus community in 2023-24

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… recognize four exceptional staff members during the Fall Awards Celebration on  Friday, Oct. 11 , for their … officer;  William Mitchell, assistant manager of Valley Dining Center;  David Prellwitz , gardener with Landscape … involved in providing thousands of meals daily. “What sets William apart is his work ethic and constant caring. At …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/make-difference-award-annual-winners-2023-24

Welcome activities planned for start of fall semester

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… Fab Fest. Early student move-in The help of many hands always makes moving into residence halls easier. Honor … Air Force ROTC and first-year seminar students move in at designated times throughout the day on Friday, Aug. 24 , … invited to attend the Resource Fair for Graduate Students , set for 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 6 , in the Bernhard …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48254

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in July

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… July 2017 opportunities Saturday, July 1 "Impressions: Modern Printmaking in Japan" exhibit —Through July 23 at the … including BMW, Audi, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagon. Monday, July 10   Chinese language and culture summer … professor of anthropology at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Free and open to the public. Thursday, July …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40714

Welcome activities planned for start of fall semester

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… an opportunity to get the hang of campus life early by attending Fall Welcome , a four-day program Tuesday through … invited to attend the Resource Fair for Graduate Students , set for 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7 , in the Bernhard … and more than 450 booths, where students can peruse the wares of area merchants and get information about WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41607