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WMU's campus sexual assault prevention state funding increases
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… largest amount awarded to the University in four years of this state grant program and the second-highest given to Michigan institutions this year. WMU qualified for the highest award in the … in the Campus Sexual Assault Program to date, with more than $2.5 million in grant funding available, and the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/11/50527
Free virtual reality space open for campus community
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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on New virtual reality room is open on the lower level of Waldo Library. KALAMAZOO, … Rift headsets and Oculus Touch hand controllers. More than 20 titles are supported. WMU students can use the lab … integrate VR content into classes and research. The VR lab is available on a first-come, first-served basis during open …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44937
WMU alum finds success in Broadway's 'Hamilton'
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… Broadway. NEW YORK—A Western Michigan University graduate is dancing his way into the spotlight in one of the hottest shows on … show is an even larger accomplishment considering that less than a year ago he had a full hip replacement. "This is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52509
Dr. Meshulam Groper obituary
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… the WMU faculty in 1980 and retired in 2000 after more than 20 years of service to the University. He originally taught in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, but moved to the Department of Mechanical … of materials, statics, dynamics and mechanical systems for his new department, which subsequently was renamed the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43246
Rising stars in WMU sales and marketing program place at competition
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… Rising stars in WMU sales and marketing program place at … round with groups representing different stakeholders at a Display Sign Manufacturing Company. Nowakowski made it to the … but it was actually much easier and more natural than I expected as I became more and more immersed in my …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38878
LGBT student services cosponsors bowling fundraiser
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… LGBT student services cosponsors bowling fundraiser Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Bowling event June 2 to raise funds for Kalamazoo Pride celebration. KALAMAZOO—A … Chicago-based Kimi Hayes. In addition, there will be more than 75 vendors and food trucks on site, and plenty of cold …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7138
Skyrocketing drone usage leads WMU to offer consulting service
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… University has stepped in to fill the equipment and expertise gap by offering consultants who provide the necessary … interpret it for clients. Want to find out where a building is losing most of its heat? Wondering if parts of a field … "Take cell phone towers. It's safer to use UAVs rather than have a person climb up to look and see if a cable's …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54032
Students, public invited to 2017 Study Abroad Fair
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… holds its annual Study Abroad Fair. The free event is set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Sangren Hall. Activities … and courses around the globe. WMU study abroad specialists also will be available to answer questions, as will … representatives from non-WMU organizations providing more than 100 study and work programs conducted worldwide. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42668
Community will engage with world cultures at International Festival
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… First hosted in 1989, the popular event features cultural display tables and four hours of staged performances, including a multicultural fashion show. Admission is free, and for a nominal fee, attendees may sample … globe." About the event hosts The University enrolls more than 1,800 international students from some 100 countries …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22267
WMU adds new undergraduate and graduate program concentrations
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… within the Bachelor of Science degree in interdisciplinary health sciences will allow students to enter the … degrees under the accelerated graduate degree option. This allows a student to complete both degrees in seven years rather than eight. A new trauma practice across the life span …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16288