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Lewis Walker Institute aims to increase support for empowering future juvenile justice leaders

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… Lewis Walker Institute aims to increase support for empowering future juvenile justice leaders … the justice system a foundation to become changemakers. An upcoming fundraiser aims to institutionalize the … they're not afraid to use them, and they want to lift them up so they can uplift others that are like them in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75132

Spring 2015 Make a Difference award recipients to be honored

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… and daily investment of energy and creativity. Up to 15 staff members may receive the award in each of two … committee of their peers from the participating employee groups: the American Federation of State, County and Municipal … Administrative Professional Association and Professional Support Staff Organization. For more information or for a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23061

Chinese research grants available to faculty

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… accepted for a research and creative activities grant to support the study of Greater China by Western Michigan … members. The deadline for submitting proposals, valued at up to $3,000 each, is Friday, Feb. 13, 2015 . All … to conduct the research overseas. Consumable research supplies. Subject or participant fees. Other direct costs …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19724

Student awarded scholarships from pulp and paper organization

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… are priceless to me, and I'm thankful to have such a big support system as I finish my courses. Building my knowledge … applied research and high caliber graduates. Through the support of the Paper Technology Foundation, which recruits students for the paper and allied industries and supports those students with competitive scholarships, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68502

Combining passion for medicine with philanthropic ideals, biomedical sciences grad ready to make an impact

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… make an impact Submitted by Erin Flynn on Omer Idris racked up a number of undergraduate research opportunities while … States from northeast Africa just five years ago, he faced significant challenges but remained determined to pursue his … of Health, Equity and Community Affairs. "It was designed to give opportunities to students who might not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75831

State funding to end sexual assault will turn bystanders into HEROES

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… and training to know how to safely intervene, and S tep up to make a difference. According to program coordinators, … to address a gap in reaching student populations at the upper-class levels and those who primarily live off campus. … inappropriate comments or risky behavior. The program is designed to help men go beyond helping strangers and commit to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36832

Kalamazoo Pride celebrates diversity

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… and Niki Harris, a Benton Harbor native and former back-up singer for Madonna. Featured on "RuPaul’s Drag Race," Manila Luzon will return this year to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15855

Western alumna named Distinguished Educator of the Year

College of Arts and Sciences

… in biomedical sciences from Western. “He was one of my biggest inspirations in life and he continues to mentor me to … summaries of student course evaluations, have letters of support from colleagues and students, and exhibit a strong … program was servicing students’ needs.  “I started calling up universities with similar physiology programs, and we …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69144

Spring 2014 outstanding staffers to be honored

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… , president’s office Kevin Hinds , public safety Tracey Kauppila , College of Aviation Nancy Landsberger , civil and … and daily investment of energy and creativity. Up to 15 staff members may receive the award in each of two … committee of their peers from the participating employee groups of the American Federation of State, County and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14739

Funding available for small businesses to support hiring interns

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… Funding available for small businesses to support hiring interns Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … Relations Network. MCRN is a statewide university network designed to create partnerships that will connect Michigan's … MCRN's Small Company Internship Award Program will provide up to $2,800 in matching funds for a company to hire an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14572