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PBS to air WMU alum's documentary on Joffrey Ballet

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… of American Dance," chronicles the company's modest start with a handful of touring dancers to its rise as one of the … companies. Led by visionaries Robert Joffrey and Gerald Arpino, the company helped transform the world of American … for everyone to savor." The film includes interviews with Joffrey dancers talking about the art form, the ballet …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3786

WMU student athletes excel academically

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… a 3.19 grade point average during the past semester, with nine teams posting 3.25 or better. The top five teams … in terms of GPA this past semester boasted GPAs over 3.5 with gymnastics leading the way at 3.76. The men's tennis … City, Mich. Kelsey Baskins , women's soccer, senior from Novi, Mich. Tia Billau , track and field, sophomore from …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4137

Employees urged to 'Go West' by finding their own paths of study

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… 'Go West' by finding their own paths of study Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Take a class toward a degree or … to both graduate and undergraduate courses.  Employees with full-time benefits eligibility also are eligible for … For graduate students, up to nine credits may be applied with Graduate College permission, if the student is later …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8571

Prof wins $500,000 NSF grant to study ethics of cyberwarfare

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… NSF grant to study ethics of cyberwarfare Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Allhoff KALAMAZOO—A Western … Science Foundation to study ethical issues associated with cyberwarfare. Dr. Fritz Allhoff , associate professor … your border and start firing missiles, things like force, aggression and self-defense are easy to understand. But what …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10555

WMU Food Marketing Conference brings innovation to the main stage worldwide

Haworth College of Business

… WMU Food Marketing Conference brings innovation to the main stage worldwide Submitted by Stacey … of Western’s food marketing program and the conference. “With CEOs, vice presidents and directors of business sharing … in panels and bring the energy and talent synonymous with our WMU food marketing program.” 2024 conference …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/74888

Student group once again recognized by leading human resource association

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… over the same time period. I am proud to have worked with the students to build momentum for the future." … professional development and networking opportunities with local human resource professionals, among other … leader on issues impacting today's evolving workplaces. With more than 300,000 human resource and business executive …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54130

Music theatre performance graduate ready for next act

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… world-class training and opportunities he’s been given. But now, amid the COVID-19 health crisis, he appreciates his … says. It’s given him the ability to enter the job market with confidence in his ability to adapt to whatever situation he’s presented with. The diverse connections Brown made at WMU have him …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59064

Student entrepreneurs clinch e-Fest prize

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… Student entrepreneurs clinch e-Fest prize Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tyler Skibicki Noah Schultz … from 65 colleges and universities across North America, with finalist teams receiving top scores for their  video … pitches .  “This award is such an honor and perfectly timed with our operations,” says Skibicki, founder and CEO of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58873

WMU teams claim top two spots at project management competition

Haworth College of Business

… of teams from Grand Valley State University, Michigan Technological University and Ferris State University. The team … of their choice. The teams were given industry mentors with project management certifications, Matt Mills and Nancy Howk , both of Stryker. With their guidance, the finalists completed three rubrics …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59292

Breyana Wilson

First-Year Faces

… excited about books. That’s one thing that’s always stuck with me about her, is her enthusiasm when it comes to … all of her students that I wanted to have for myself, and not only that, but to give to other students. And that’s … a diverse range of kindergarten through 12th grade students with learning disabilities and emotional impairments. “I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59317