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So that all may learn

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… So that all may learn Submitted by Erin Flynn on Laura Frantz shows a student how to use a voice recorder for at-home learning. Starting a new life in a new country with a language you don’t understand is difficult enough as … assist English learners during this time?'" She spoke with two graduate students in the Teaching English to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61847

WMU professor develops face shields to make children safer at school

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… safer at school Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Alessander Danna-dos-Santos, left, distributes face shields at … Mich.—Dozens of children will enter the school year with an added layer of protection thanks to a partnership … wear the face shields while playing outside. A conversation with the owner of Pre-K International in Kalamazoo confirmed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60916

Alumni classnotes, fall 2023

W Magazine

… Alumni classnotes, fall 2023 Submitted by Deanne Puca on Western Michigan University recognizes alumni … the Warren (Michigan) Technical Center, including 32 years with General Motors. He held several positions during his career with GM, most recently being the pilot for an agile robot …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73618

Students to compete for $16,000 Multicultural Leader Scholarships

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… for $16,000 Multicultural Leader Scholarships Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Competition winners will receive … students and parents will have opportunities to eat lunch with WMU students and faculty and staff members, meet with representatives from academic departments and student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13581

Two WMU programs awarded $1 million federal grants to help students

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… Two WMU programs awarded $1 million federal grants to help students Submitted by Deanne Puca on TRiO SSP … support first-generation, low-income students or students with a disability have been awarded five-year federal grants …   The TRiO Future Educator Success Program competed with more than 1,000 applicants for its grant, with only 10 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26605

Men's soccer Broncos Bye and Shepherd selected in MLS draft

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… Men's soccer Broncos Bye and Shepherd selected in MLS draft Submitted by Deanne Puca … Coaches and was an Academic All-American. Bye led the MAC with 12 goals and 31 points which also ranked among leaders … most in Division I this season and he set a WMU record with 91 shots. For his career he was a three-time All-MAC …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44834

From Hollywood to the metaverse, WMU expert reveals how advertisers will try to score big during Super Bowl

Haworth College of Business

… a draw to the Super Bowl as the competition on the field and advertisers are going all in to score points with consumers this year. Prices for ads during Super Bowl … brands are creating virtual places for consumers to meet up—with the help of the correct technology.  Meta Oculus 2 will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67029

Climate crisis causes crescendo of catastrophe

W Magazine

… of catastrophe Submitted by Erin Flynn on Climate change has led to catastrophic flooding in some areas of the globe, while others are plagued with extreme drought. An ancient river dries up, unearthing … for centuries. Don't expect Indiana Jones to swing in with his whip to prevent it from falling into the hands of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69852

Kavalhuna reappointed to state aviation commission

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… reappointed to state aviation commission Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Kavalhuna KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Gov. … airports, flight schools and other aeronautical activities within the state. "Russ has years of aviation experience and … Snyder previously reappointed him in 2013. During his time with the organization, Kavalhuna's fellow commission members …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42315

Motorcycle safety device earns top spot at annual pitch competition

Haworth College of Business

… Motorcycle safety device earns top spot at annual pitch competition Submitted by Cindy Wagner on … technology conference in May. "I have also been in contact with one of the pitch judges who has assisted me with defining my market and creating a business model." Each …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/31426