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Former astronaut, first woman of color in space to visit WMU

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A former astronaut, who became the first woman of color in space, will explore the … Western Michigan University campus. Mae Jemison , who flew into space Sept. 12-20, 1992, as part of a cooperative mission between the U.S. and Japan, will speak at 7 p.m. Thursday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38612

Three students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad

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… Nicholas Talamantez of Kalkaska are among about 1,000 American undergraduate students to receive the Gilman Scholarship to study abroad. Newest Gilman Scholars Because mountains obstruct inland expansion, Cape Town has … D.C.; and Puerto Rico. To be eligible, those American citizens must demonstrate high financial need. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44322

Confronting racism and creating justice take center stage at WMU with book circles, play

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… University. The events involve book circles discussing bestselling author Ibram Kendi's book, "How to be an … in playwright August Wilson's 10-play chronicle of the African American experience. The campus events coincide with … "It helps to contextualize the drive and counsel that Reggie gave during the time he was my teacher." "Spiral: Up & …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55591

Bronco fall spirit events scheduled

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… the fall season we're all hungry for while showing off our beautiful campus to alumni and the community." Homecoming … organizers hope to invite spectators in future years. You can find event information and registration online . Check … the second is scheduled for  Wednesday, Jan. 13 . Students can show their campus pride during Bronco Fall Fest from 6 …

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

Western joins new initiative to increase Michigan's child welfare workforce

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… with Western and four other public universities to begin curbing the problem through the new Title IV-E … going to set our students up for success as they move into their future careers." MDHHS has committed $1.7 million … for up to two semesters of stipends, and graduate students can receive stipends for up to four semesters. "Supporting …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/western-joins-initiative

Student group focuses on breaking the stigma surrounding mental health

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… physical connections. Not surprisingly, it's taken a significant toll on mental health—particularly among young people. "I'm an outgoing person. For me to be stuck in the house every single day for (several) months … and leaning on each other. "This is something that I struggled with and didn’t want to admit to myself," says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61714

Zhang Career Center celebrates 10-year anniversary

Haworth College of Business

… of employers each year. Its impact in the last 10 years has been immense and far-reaching. Program William Johnston , … Zhang Career Center. Premier Partner of the Year—Kellogg Company Employer of the Year—Greenleaf Hospitality … paths and where students synthesize what they have learned into a compelling professional narrative for potential …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52266

With move in complete, Western Heights residents will showcase new hall

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… verified) on Work on Western Heights was completed just before the beginning of the fall 2015 semester. KALAMAZOO, … The two Y-shaped buildings offer living space organized into houses—three on each of four floors for a total of 23 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27082

New director appointed to lead Michigan Geological Survey

College of Arts and Sciences

… Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE). Beginning her career in environmental consulting, Pearson … science in the public interest positions her as the ideal candidate to lead the MGS into its next phase of success." With the recent allocation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75636

Author, film critic and New Yorker staff member David Denby to visit campus

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… Author, film critic and New Yorker staff member David Denby to visit campus Submitted by Anonymous (not … humanities and serious reading at all levels of education can counteract political opportunism in discourse. The event … Up: One Reporter, Three Schools, Twenty-Four Books That Can Change Lives" examines the value of reading and how …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45089