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Alumni share their entrepreneurial spirit with Broncos Lead interns

W Magazine

… entrepreneur's journey can be a difficult one.” This message from Western alumni Joshua Gray and Donovan McVey , co-founders of business consulting firm Room 35, is one that comes from personal experience. As entrepreneurs … a look at gaining even more experience in the business and legal side of real estate as she finishes her bachelor’s …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72486

First-generation sociology student prepares for career in immigration law

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… with a bachelor's degree in sociology with a minor in legal studies on Saturday, Dec. 17 —which she achieved in … meeting with a representative from Western's College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) during her senior year of high school. CAMP offers holistic support and mentorship to migrant and seasonal …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70113

Southwest Michigan slates 2016 Chávez Dinner, awards program

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… on Saturday, April 2 , during an annual scholarship fundraising dinner that includes the presentation of regional … now being accepted. Attendees also may pay at the door. This is the 10th year that WMU's Division of Multicultural … highest civilian honor, for his efforts in extending legal equality. During his long career, Reynoso held such …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31407

Founder of innovative boxed water company to speak at business forum

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… College of Business. Ben Gott, founder of Boxed Water is Better, will speak at 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11 , in 2150 Schneider Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at … or register at  wmich.edu/business/e-rsvp . To suggest an entrepreneur who should be considered for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36054

Middle East expert to talk about 'Engaging the Muslim World'

College of Arts and Sciences

… on Cole KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In the wake of recent terrorist attacks in Paris and Mali and an increasing level of fear and hostility … to examine how people use Islam as a globalized moral, legal and cultural system. The goal of the series is to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28691

Presentation to focus on human trafficking and child labor

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… and child labor Submitted by Stacey Anderson on Chris Johnson (Photo credit: Cooley Law School) KALAMAZOO—Efforts in Michigan and by the national legal community to help stop human trafficking and child … Speaking at 2 p.m. in 2000 Schneider Hall will be Chris Johnson , a member of the Michigan Human Trafficking Task …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13702

Student ticket lottery set up for Broncos vs. MSU football opener

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… football game against Michigan State University. WMU's Division of Intercollegiate Athletics this week announced the launch of an online, random lottery to … start time has yet to be determined, an evening kickoff is likely.  "Our goal in creating the lottery is to ensure …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23467

Library putting new twist on communicating with patrons

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… Library putting new twist on communicating with patrons Submitted by Anonymous … telepresence robot. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A telepresence robot is interacting with patrons of Western Michigan University's … The robot figuratively joined the library staff Nov. 4 and is being tested for its potential use as a communication …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28111

Most WMU offices closed Labor Day weekend

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… closed Monday, Sept. 2 , in observance of U.S. Labor Day. Listed below are Labor Day weekend hours for select … to call ahead to make sure that a particular office is open before driving to campus. For emergencies only, … through Sept. 2, are: the Bernhard Information Desk, Biggby Coffee, Buster's/Textbook Alley, Santorini Grill and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/9016

Registration under way for Chinese proficiency testing

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… Registration under way for Chinese proficiency testing … by Anonymous (not verified) on Chinese proficiency testing is set for Saturday, April 20. KALAMAZOO—The Confucius … Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi—HSK—language proficiency test. Registration is required by Wednesday, April 18. The testing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/4929