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Students receive funding for sustainability projects

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… receive funding for sustainability projects Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Student sustainability projects … to help foster a campus culture of sustainability. Coupled with the $31,803 that was awarded to six projects in the … by vote in 2010. The four spring 2012 projects, along with the amount awarded and the principal investigators, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/675

Geography program earns national excellence award

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… program earns national excellence award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The American … Excellence recognizes geography departments and programs within blended departments that have significantly enhanced … successfully pursue internships, or move into careers with employers in the public sector, such as the United …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54206

Ample resources on hand for switch to WMU Essential Studies

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… Ample resources on hand for switch to WMU Essential Studies Submitted by … effect at the start of the fall 2020 semester. It comes with a more focused set of educational intents, learning … showing the program model and student learning outcomes with assessment rubrics was recently added there. A user …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48731

WMU entrepreneur wins annual $10,000 Brian Patrick Thomas Award

Haworth College of Business

… WMU entrepreneur wins annual $10,000 Brian Patrick Thomas Award Submitted by … which seeks to move teams of people to a common cause with a higher social purpose. The inaugural award was given … “We are honored to receive this award," says Teo. "With this type of funding, we're able to continue to expand …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32175

Fall residence hall sign-up begins

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… Fall residence hall sign-up begins Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Western Heights residence hall … to choose from, and each one has something unique to offer with different room features, living options and learning … halls focuses on common second-year issues and assists with internship guidance, studying abroad and networking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29695

Kalamazoo Pride event celebrates diversity

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… Kalamazoo Pride event celebrates diversity Submitted by Deanne Puca on Kalamazoo Pride is the Kalamazoo Gay Lesbian … the eighth annual Kalamazoo Pride begins at 6 p.m. Friday with a local DJ, the "Miss or Mister Kalamazoo Pride 2015" … hits. Performances on Saturday kick off at 2 p.m. with a local DJ and the performance artist DC. Nashville …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24632

WMU to host 10th International Conference on African Development

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… WMU to host 10th International Conference on African Development Submitted by Raine Kuch on These and other … Conference on African Development is held biennially, with the location alternating between WMU and Ethiopia. Its primary purpose is to provide people with a better understanding of cultural, political and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48263

WMU's global engagement growth reflects national trends

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… engagement growth reflects national trends Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on More international students … this fall and has expanded its global engagement efforts with new partnerships in Iraq, Turkey and Brazil. Compared … Nov. 12 by the Institute of International Education with support from the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3017

Partnership between Western, Gun Lake Tribe promotes suicide prevention

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A partnership between Western Michigan University and Gun Lake Tribe is breaking down stigmas … in our communities." One factor Sherwood talks about with people in Native American communities is … It manifests across families and generations, but also within one lifetime," she says. "It can affect your …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66452

WMU to announce region’s only graduate certificate in tribal governance as it hosts Native American U.S. assistant secretary for Indian Affairs at talk

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… WMU to announce region’s only graduate certificate in tribal … The WMU Native American Affairs Council is coordinating with representatives from the three tribal nations in the … national speakers and a “Civility Tour” panel discussion, monthly free speech cafés featuring campus and community …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71354