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Climate change is focus of areawide series of events

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… well as the potential responses to these consequences that can be taken. They are being organized by the WMU University … Response to Climate Change," by Cybelle Shattuck with the Rev. John Boley, Kalamazoo Interfaith Coalition for … . Friday, Oct. 18 Town hall meeting on climate change, with elected officials, sponsored by the WMU Institute of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9603

WMU office lands two NSF grants to boost teaching of science

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on The grants will assist with the study of teaching of STEM disciplines. … and head of WMU's evaluation team. "STEM undergrads struggle, for a number of reasons, which in turn can lead to low grades and the impulse to transfer into …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/12/11965

AT&T donation helps Upward Bound students pursue a college education

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… to see all postsecondary options available to them. With this contribution from AT&T, Upward Bound can continue to open up even more access to higher education … what the Upward Bound program is trying to ensure for these young students," Hoadley added. "Giving these students the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48178

WMU becomes second in the state to offer esport minor amidst growing interest in the field

College of Education and Human Development

… program will prepare students to enter the field of esport with hands-on knowledge of the values, ethics, arts and … and Arts and Sciences. For the required electives, students can choose from one of two emphasis areas: values, ethics … needs people who are trained, not only in technology, but with the business, management, creating and scheduling …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71273

WMU trombone students hit high notes

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… Music hit high notes in recent international competitions, with three of them heading to Paris as a result. Bowman, … level of student trombone competition in the world. All you have to do is look at the major programs represented by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/142

WMU entrepreneur wins Brian Patrick Thomas Award

Haworth College of Business

… a device that provides a portable workspace when working with blueprints and other large documents is the recipient … mentorship through Kzoo Makers. Developing a business canvas and plan. Filing for a provisional patent. Delgado's … many opportunities, and now with this financial backing, I can move my business even further down the path to success," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39643

Tweets net huge book donation and generous outpouring from Japan

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… from Japan Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Angles with some of the donations KALAMAZOO—Twitter messages … messages calling for the donations. Angles had been working with his colleagues at WMU to offer Japanese as an academic … a city that they knew and loved," Angles said. "I can't imagine how surprised the people at the library must …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4831

Electric scooter company to zoom into business college for first entrepreneurship forum

Haworth College of Business

… Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-5050 or at … the Fetzer Center lot, 72F. Fido Motors Fido Motors began with Gast's search to find an electric scooter that could …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26239

Two student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation

Haworth College of Business

… as a business analyst for more than nine years, consulting with and developing custom software for companies. In 2017, … and air conditioning installer. On an average-size home, it can take four to six days with the current process," … demonstrate a promising idea for a product or service that can be launched within a short period. For more WMU news, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53252

Dec. 9 symposium promotes neighborhood-based literacy and learning in Kalamazoo

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… Mich.—The Kalamazoo Literacy Council (KLC), in partnership with Western, will host the annual Adult Literacy Research … says. “The community/university partnership we have had with WMU has created some incredible opportunities for … to individuals who want to learn more about how they can serve this important cause, particularly during a time …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69941