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WMU department changes name to World Religions and Cultures

College of Arts and Sciences

… early '80s to counter assumptions of a theological emphasis. Nevertheless, the new name brought its own set of misconceptions. Dr. Stephen Covell, chair of Department of … and others often assume we teach theological comparisons between religions to determine which religion is

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74749

Luke Kempner brings 'America's Got Downton' to Miller

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… (not verified) on Kempner KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Actor, impressionist and YouTube sensation Luke Kempner will bring the … Miller Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 28 . This event has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict. … creates more than 30 characters, blending celebrity visitors with well-known characters from the PBS hit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22780

Renowned Evaluation Center at WMU receives $4.9 million NSF grant

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… program. The University's renowned Evaluation Center is tapped by nonprofit organizations, state and federal … evaluation capacity within the ATE program. EvaluATE is currently led by three WMU researchers: principal … investigators are coming on board— Dr. Michael Harnar , assistant professor of interdisciplinary evaluation at WMU, and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/02/51701

WMU Ethics Center marks 30th year with conference, salute to founder

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The conference is free, but registration is required for the Thursday night reception and dinner. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30814

Leading scientists and treatment practitioners slated for Michigan Autism Conference

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… Leading scientists and treatment practitioners slated for Michigan Autism Conference Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Leading scientists and treatment practitioners in the field of autism will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/42964

WMU researcher's grant renewed for investigation of employment barriers among marginalized populations

College of Education and Human Development

… barriers among marginalized populations Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Gemarco Peterson KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … Michigan University's  Dr. Gemarco Peterson,  assistant professor in the Department of Counselor Education … and Training Center (RRTC) at Langston University, a historically Black college/university, Peterson was part of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73205

Fall virtual career fairs to connect WMU students to job seekers

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… connections that can lead to internships and jobs is vital for Western Michigan University students and recent … as well as employers seeking talented candidates. WMU is helping students pursue these opportunities in a safe and … hundreds of employers about their hiring needs. Using this trove of resources, employers from business firms to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/60794

Free Chinese culture workshops offered

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… offered Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Register now for the free workshops. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The … Confucius Institute at Western Michigan University is accepting registrations for three, one-day Chinese culture workshops. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21460

Alumnus and CEO to speak at next Entrepreneurship Forum

Haworth College of Business

… on Friday, Nov. 13, in 2150 Schneider Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at … or at wmich.edu/business/e-rsvp . Free parking is available in the Fetzer Center lot, 72F. Zipments … or register at wmich.edu/business/e-rsvp . To suggest an entrepreneur who should be considered for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/27783

Brookings Inst. fellow to address Great Recession in Sichel talk

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… a closer look at central banking and the Great Recession this month when he visits Western Michigan University as part of the 2014-15 … speak at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18 , in 2028 Brown Hall. His presentation is free and open to the public and is titled …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21736