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LBGT office celebrates 30 years of inclusion, diversity on campus

W Magazine

… get your degree without feeling comfortable with who you are,” says Marshall Kilgore, an openly bisexual WMU student, … Nguyễn, who directs the office. That openness is something many students say they’ve found comfort and courage in. … on campus (in 2016), a lot of the work I would do is how to be inclusive, how to be an ally,” Nguyễn says. “But …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57382

Shining a spotlight on senior engineering design partnership

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and Applied Sciences’ students from all disciplines to showcase their work, share fresh perspectives and develop new systems. Each … experiences for our seniors. These experiences require many resources and we are so thankful for this investment in

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69981

Western to confer more than 2,300 degrees during commencement ceremonies April 30

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… Western to confer more than 2,300 degrees during commencement ceremonies April 30 Submitted by Deanne … have thrived at WMU by finding support in pursuing their career aspirations and purpose. Read their Stories KALAMAZOO, … Auditorium. Seating in the auditorium is limited; all seats are general admission. Guests without tickets may view the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67753

Trustees to consider 2020-21 general fund budget proposal Thursday

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… budget proposal Thursday Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Individuals wishing to address the Board of Trustees during … the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees are also among agenda items before the board, in addition to … operating budget, and the state has not yet indicated how its multibillion-dollar shortfall will impact funding …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60033

Carlson, Klohs awarded WMU's top alumni honor

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… Distinguished Alumni Award. The 2017 award recipients are Jeanne Carlson, of Novi, a retired Blue Care Network of … the award winners and the reception, including the cost and how to register, visit mywmu.com/da . Direct questions to … Trustees from 2007 to 2014, chairing the board in 2013. Her many other WMU ties include serving on the WMU Alumni …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42672

Prescribed burns planned at Asylum Lake Friday, April 2

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… Deanne Puca on A member of the fire burn crew monitors an area burn at the Asylum Lake preserve in 2019 KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Ongoing efforts continue this week … landscape manager, says wind speed, relative humidity and many other conditions must be right for a burn to take …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63807

USWNT's equal pay fight echoes challenges of female sports pioneers

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… the stadium shouted, "Equal pay!" as FIFA's president prepared to present medals to the team. Days later, after a … several gold medals. "By winning, they came back home and showed that women could succeed in athletics, so that began … of that quest for equality," says Borish, who notes that many universities then started to add scholarships, coaches …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54379

WMU to confer some 1,300 degrees during summer commencement

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… WMU to confer some 1,300 degrees during summer commencement Submitted by Anonymous (not … level. Schedule Each of the two summer 2013 ceremonies is geared toward students who are graduating from a particular … information For complete graduation information , including how to view the live webcast or obtain tickets or student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7701

Betting on an adventure: Bryan Cranston brings story of alumnus who beat the lottery to the big screen

W Magazine

… said, 'You know, you're the worst speller I have ever seen. How did you ever get into graduate school?'" The truth is: … he invited his friends and neighbors to join in and buy shares to increase the volume and in turn increase the … or two in a motel going through all the tickets by hand. To many, it would have been tedious work. But the Selbees saw …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68890

Youth and community development student prepares juveniles for success after detention

College of Education and Human Development

… Youth and community development student prepares juveniles for success after detention Submitted by Chris Hybels on Donna Soko is a youth specialist intern at the Berrien County Juvenile Center. Soko reads … says Kyle Sheffield , supervisor at BCJC. "She's learning how to work with the youth directly and teaching them how to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72160