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First-year biology student aims to inspire environmental activism through art

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… her dream of a career working with animals and her passion for environmental sustainability and conservation. SISTER LAKES, Mich.—For someone who didn't have Wi-Fi until 11th grade, Jossalyn … influencer status with more than 17,000 followers on TikTok for her impressive makeup skills. But there's more to her …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64418

Focusing on access and high-quality education, WMU trustees approve 2023-24 tuition

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… has set tuition, required fees, and room and board rates for the 2023-24 academic year. Along with the 4.62% tuition … Michigan’s 15 public universities and one of the most affordable of the state’s high-research institutions. “We … need to offer high-quality degrees with accessibility and affordability for all our students and their families,” says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/72055

WMU digital marketing student wins first place in national Adobe competition

Haworth College of Business

… approach to the LifeDog smartwatch campaign he submitted for the competition. From more than 1,400 entries, … and digitally literate. LifeDog, the first smartwatch for dogs, is lightweight and resistant to bites, scratches … activity logs, health check-up reminders and alerts for daily feeding and hydration schedules. It also converts …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73024

Western grad students break down communication barriers, empower parents with language class

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… HOLLAND, Mich.—Helping with homework can be difficult for parents; middle school math might as well be a foreign language for many. But add in an actual language … to do this.' And it was a student who tended to really struggle in grade-level content in my class. For her, it was so …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72377

Unmasking the stigma surrounding face coverings

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… spread of COVID-19. That's the consensus from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as a number of … else. The masks are to make everyone safer." One reason for early skepticism regarding the merits of masks is that … swing state … and this is going to be very politicized." Digging below the surface politics of mask-wearing, a much …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59906

From grading to wading, student finds success shifting academic focus to follow passion

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… somehow that didn't translate to what I went to college for initially." Nearly finished with his English degree, … Navy. During that time, he also discovered his appreciation for the natural resources back home. "I was deployed to the … the field by continuing his work at WMU. Now he’s on track for a doctorate while picking up a master's degree along the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60045

WMU program offers free tutoring, mentorship to KPS middle and high school students

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… writing and refreshing web browsers are daily challenges for kids navigating virtual learning during the pandemic, … but a Western Michigan University program provides struggling students a place to find support. The University's … and all kinds of leadership careers. We also have the Upward Bound Program, where our mission is to bring up …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63181

Western students call virtual study abroad programs 'a great escape'

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… benefits of Western's study abroad programs at multiple information sessions. Programs include faculty-led summer … of management,   as he pursues connections and experiences for his students almost 8,500 miles away. Through a … culture to life and have helped us enjoy some of the biggest benefits of studying abroad: relationship building and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63298

Renowned trombonist to perform at WMU

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… Renowned trombonist to perform at WMU Submitted by Deanne Puca on Wilson KALAMAZOO, … professor of trombone at Vanderbilt University, will be performing a solo recital at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 , in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. The performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. discussion hosted by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42409

Western's jazz program earns accolades from international publication

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… its 45th annual Student Music Awards as well as recognition for work from two faculty members. Graduate and … , Tenor Saxophone, Graduate College Outstanding Performances ( Dr. Andrew Rathbun ) Faith Quashie , Vocal Jazz Soloist, Undergraduate College Outstanding Performances ( Gregory Jasperse ) WMU Advanced Jazz Ensemble, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68549