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Alumni share their entrepreneurial spirit with Broncos Lead interns

W Magazine

… As entrepreneurs themselves, they understand and can offer support. “Whatever your vision, we’re ready to make that … helpful because it’s difficult to have a full-time job to support yourself and an internship, as well,” adds Eli … and difficult if you don’t have a team behind you to support you. We are trying to help bring our clients to the …

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

Eleven incoming students earn $60,000 Foundation Scholarships

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… Academy. She plans to study fashion merchandising and design at WMU. Shaylee Faught is from Grand Rapids and will … is based on both merit and financial need, and is designed to provide a financial "foundation" to the recipients … to attend WMU. The Foundation Scholarship fund is set up in the WMU Foundation. Donations to the fund can be made …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32204

Water quality research and engineering firm is newest BTR Park partner

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… in storm water management, hydrogeological modeling and design, sustainability, green infrastructure and community … and environmental components. Helping corporations "green up" and restoring watersheds are among the initiatives … and management, environmental restoration and proactive design work to implement best practices, Carpenter says the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43452

Nine incoming students earn $60,000 Foundation Scholarships

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… is based on both merit and financial need, and is designed to provide a financial "foundation" to the recipients … graduate school. The Foundation Scholarship fund is set up in the WMU Foundation. Donations to the fund can be made … in the giving form's special instructions box for designations. For more information about the Foundation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42170

100 years later, WMU's famed 'Black Ghost' remembered

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… struck fear in the hearts of gridiron opponents and racked up scoring records that lasted decades, all the while … player known nationally as "The Black Ghost." The family group, which will meet with WMU leaders during the visit, was … Dunlap took the field. Waldo told Dunlap the school would support the player if he chose to play, but Dunlap opted to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41428

Summer celebrations in downtown Kalamazoo start in June

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… on West Michigan Avenue and south on Portage Street. A lineup of businesses, nonprofit organizations and individuals will goof-it-up using everything from animals, colorful costumes and makeup, to decorated vehicles, music and more. Known for its …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40052

WMU School of Medicine will be named for medical device pioneer

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… in his community. William Johnston "My grandfather always focused on patient outcomes," Stryker says. "His … was never about himself but always about the patient, better health care outcomes and better equipment for … gifts, Dunn says, Stryker Corporation also has made a significant commitment to WMU to support the medical school …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14100

WMU charter schools expert to take part in debate to air on public radio

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… charter school movement and whether that movement has lived up to its promise. Other panelists include Dr. Julian … particularly for underserved students in urban areas. Between 2004 and 2014, charter school enrollment increased …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38426

Broncos Lead intern pursues passion for early child development at preschool

College of Education and Human Development

… the whale character while reading to preschoolers.   JDI assigns the weekly responsibilities of preschoolers using a … is able to pay me during my internship," says Hoeksema . Supported by the historic Empowering Futures Gift, … are able to apply knowledge in practical settings in ways that confirm their passion for their careers with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72185

Immigration at the forefront in 2016-17 Sichel Series

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… on long-term socioeconomic integration of U.S. immigrant groups. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Just as the presidential race heats up over such questions as immigration, six experts will take … topic is "Socioeconomic Integration of U.S. Immigrant Groups Over the Long Term: The Second Generation and Beyond." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34946