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Good governance in Africa is focus of August conference
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… Good governance in Africa is focus of August conference Submitted by Anonymous (not … on African Development Aug. 14-16 KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Pressing issues African states face in terms of sustainable … development will bring scholars and policy-makers from around the globe to Western Michigan University for a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17361
WMU is calling for volunteers for Color Run race
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… WMU is calling for volunteers for Color Run race Submitted by … and 3 p.m. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is looking to fill 200 volunteer spots for the Color Run 5K … as last fall's weight room enhancement. To volunteer, visit bit.ly/kzoocolorrun16 . Volunteers are needed at …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31341
Chemistry professor is new WMU associate vice president for research
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… Chemistry professor is new WMU associate vice president for … at Johns Hopkins University. She earned a bachelor's degree from West Virginia State University in 1998 and a Ph.D. in … to advance our discovery goals at the University. My collective experiences in developing my own research …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36867
Dance students return from moving experience in Panama
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… Dance students return from moving experience in Panama Submitted by Anonymous (not … trip to Panama and plans to bring dance education to at-risk youth in Kalamazoo. Last year, dance major Sarah Mills … Mills was awarded full funding through the Kalamazoo Artistic Development Initiative to start a chapter of Movement …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/33038
From climate change to food waste, WMU mechanical engineering student brings her ideas to life
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… From climate change to food waste, WMU mechanical … Whether addressing climate change or the food waste crisis, designing for fashion shows, or pursuing a degree and career in a challenging …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74832
Aspiring educators gather from across the state to learn, grow and collaborate
College of Education and Human Development
… Aspiring educators gather from across the state to learn, grow and collaborate Submitted by Chris Hybels on Attendees of the "So, you want to be a … shared information about the job market for teachers and how to stand-out when applying for positions. “AEM at WMU is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71409
Social work professor wins lifetime award from state association
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… Social work professor wins lifetime award from state association Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … chapter of the National Association of Social Workers is awarding a Western Michigan University professor a … the colleague wrote, adding that Reeser's activities extend far beyond the classroom. Those activities have included …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/22868
Kayla Powers | WMU Art Alumni Story: Art that grows, connects and inspires
College of Fine Arts
… and inspires Submitted by Brandi Engel on Textile artist Kayla Powers in her home studio in Detroit. When Kayla … degree, she faced the same pressure as many artists: how to make a living and a name for herself in a world that … meaning, and incredible resilience aren't somewhere far off. They're right here, right where we are. …
https://wmich.edu/finearts/news/2025/09/wmu-alumni-kayla-powers
'Station Eleven' is selection for WMU's 2016-17 book read
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… 'Station Eleven' is selection for WMU's 2016-17 book read Submitted by … session. Earlier in the day, Mandel will meet with students from WMU's Lee Honors College. In addition, Dr. Elizabeth … novel, "The Singer's Gun," was the 2014 winner of the Prix Mystere de la Critique in France. Her short fiction and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35228
Facing the future: Artificial intelligence is evolving at warp speed—but at what cost?
W Magazine
… Facing the future: Artificial intelligence is evolving at warp speed—but at what cost? Submitted by … an obscure fact on a celebrity; this technology is learning from data sets, iterating and improving its output as time … waves of it,” says Dr. Kuanchin Chen. “The question is, how are we going to create unique opportunities for humans …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71771