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Japanese studies speakers to give public presentations

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… theater, religion, literature and culture. They are supported by funding from the Japan Foundation and the WMU … slides. In his presentation, Higuchi will examine the struggles over the meaning of early the 17th century as … her dramatic and powerful readings. Her WMU appearance is supported in part by Saitama University and WMU's Gender and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5519

WMU center established with $6.5M to advance principled leadership and business strategy

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… executive mentorship for students, an investment fund to support small business acquisition by MBA students and … million from noted entrepreneurs and philanthropists who support the center’s mission. The Haworth family , Greenleaf … WMU. It provides differentiating experiences and lifts up our West Michigan business community. This will be a game …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56726

Hey, Siri—WMU leads the way in studying human-robot communication

W Magazine

… level, and what it will mean for privileged groups and underprivileged groups and labor and reorganizing … says the demand for professionals in the field is staggering. “Last time I checked, there were tens of thousands … interact with the web interface of our app. What are good design principles? If we use artificial intelligence …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57097

Ebony Vision celebrates 20 years of dance at Western

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… (RSO). "We were seeking to create a space of love and support where we knew that there was somebody who had your … different aesthetics, and it's so beautiful to see one group create so many aesthetics." Three live performances are … or persons of color." PLATFORM FOR GROWTH Jackson, who grew up in Detroit, initially started her collegiate dance …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70863

Math and science experts chosen for teaching fellowship program

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… rural schools. KALAMAZOO—The third class of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation's Woodrow Wilson Michigan Teaching Fellows , … to Western Michigan University to be part of a program designed to provide Michigan's high-need urban and rural … schools. The newly selected 2013 class is the third group of fellows named in Michigan since the program was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8125

Early childhood educator appointed board president of Kalamazoo County Ready 4s

College of Education and Human Development

… professional development, tuition assistance and family support.  "It's a mission that I believe in so deeply about … the trajectory of a child's life that I just want to support it in anyway I can," says Nelson. "And if I'm asked … as the new board president."    Program Benefits The biggest benefit of the program for most families is the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72088

WMU student recruiting and orientation captivating from afar

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… lives,” she says. “We’re offering so much that groups tend to be smaller than via traditional, on-campus visit … featured Dr. Larry Mallak presenting about the role of design in engineering and technology disciplines, says Megan … such as WMUx, the Office of Student Engagement, WMU Signature and more for optimal student onboarding …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59384

Professor transforming aviation education using augmented reality

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… of aviation at Western Michigan University, has teamed up with Microsoft to transform aviation training through the … simulation with WMU's CRJ-200 flight simulator, and has designed interactive textbooks with mixed reality overlays. Her team is currently designing an augmented reality application to transform …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/45008

Business college receives naming gift for financial wellness center

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… Summer Camp for area middle and high school students. Supporting personal finance course offerings at WMU as well … work in conjunction with an external advisory board made up of finance professionals, collaborating on center …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44734

Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation

College of Arts and Sciences

… became evident, a visionary renovation plan was launched. Designed in partnership with Tower Pinkster and HGA, the renovated building design is intended to create a contemporary educational space that is environmentally sustainable, supports active and collaborative learning and is welcoming …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73667