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Student pursues public service with prestigious award

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… public service with prestigious award Submitted by Erin Flynn on Caitlin Wiley explores Rio de Janeiro while … National Park Boren applicants have to demonstrate how their area of study relates back to national security. … of State. The Boren Scholarship will give her a leg up on many other applicants. "Government entities can fast-track …

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

Professors get $2.6 million to train English as second language learners

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… Professors get $2.6 million to train English as second language learners Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Protacio KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In response to the exploding number of English language learners in

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43139

From outlawed to sustainable: Fashion student's outfit from hemp to be featured in touring exhibit

College of Education and Human Development

… From outlawed to sustainable: Fashion student's outfit from hemp to be featured in … exhibit Submitted by Chris Hybels on Covell sews together different patches of hemp. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The use of … likely tour to different places in the country after being shown at the Capitol. Finished design Covell's entry and …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/09/fashion-design-student-hemp-exhibit-winner

Student research presentations

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Student research presentations Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two Western Michigan University doctoral students will present their research projects during a Custer Speaker Series event … on topics that broaden attendees’ understanding of the world and add depth to experiences. It is also an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67211

More than 3,000 expected to flock to WMU for Medieval Congress

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… verified) on A large audience listens to a presentation during the 2013 congress. KALAMAZOO—More than 3,000 of the … to be considered is enormous. Visual art, literature in many languages, drama, political and intellectual history, … Congress on Medieval Studies, including costs and how to register, visit wmich.edu/medieval/congress or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15598

Updated WMU post-grad data shows 92 percent find immediate success

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… Updated WMU post-grad data shows 92 percent find immediate success Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … data compiled by campus employment services officials show. The basic data, presented to the WMU Board of Trustees at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37696

Race, feminist perspectives and politics focus of discussion

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… Race, feminist perspectives and politics focus of discussion … of people," says Richardson. "As my research delves into how African-American women negotiate and navigate media … spaces," she adds. Meanwhile, Richardson claims that while many young people and celebrities today run away from the

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31358

TIME ranks Western as a ‘Best College for Future Leaders’

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… Western Michigan University as one of the best schools in higher education for future leaders, citing it in the top … their degrees.  While Ivy League schools were prominent, many other private and public universities earned TIME’s … they like ( 2022-23 Career Outcomes Report ). TIME’s list shows that alumni are distinguishing themselves as leaders, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74605

Students, researchers dig deeper into history of Fort St. Joseph

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… Students, researchers dig deeper into history of Fort St. Joseph Submitted by Erin Flynn on … in southwest Michigan, unearthing artifacts dating back to the 18th century.   The interdisciplinary nature of this … our knowledge base not just of Fort St. Joseph, but of so many sites all across the U.S. and globally." "This is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54551

Artists from Center for Disability Services display works

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… end of April KALAMAZOO—Art created by four participants in day programming and services offered by the Center for Disability Services are on display in the … and Human Services at Western Michigan University. The show—featuring artists Adrian, Jimmy, Latina and Lester —will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5930