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WMU alumni create educational opportunities for Kalamazoo refugees

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… refugees Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Leaning back in their chairs, six teenagers sit in a circle … Jeremy Goldman , Neena Marion and Ann Feldmeier , along with colleague Laurel Disney .  Marion, the collaborative’s … I couldn’t even imagine if they were forced to come here without any preparation for language and schooling.” On …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54617

Alumni competing in goalball at Paralympics in Rio

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… competing in goalball at Paralympics in Rio Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Kusku KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The U.S. … John Kusku Kusku, of Commerce Township, was born with a hereditary degenerative retinal disease and is legally blind, with less than one degree of vision left in each eye. He was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34778

WMU set to honor two for distinguished service

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… WMU set to honor two for distinguished service Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A longtime … by nominators for helping the libraries be more proactive with its guests, leading many initiatives to improve service … His many efforts and development of relationships with the University have "led to generous philanthropy and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27354

Four faculty receive Fulbright Scholar awards, including one Distinguished Scholar Award

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… including one Distinguished Scholar Award Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Four Western Michiganand a Distinguished Faculty Scholar, He will spend six months at Leeds University in the United Kingdom, … the global water supply crisis. He will interact and work with more than 170 professionals from across the different …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68180

Grand opening reception set for the new Office for Sustainability

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… Grand opening reception set for the new Office for … and West Michigan Avenue. The event begins at 3:30 p.m. with a project showcase and open house; formal remarks begin … will also provide light refreshments created in part with produce from the WMU student garden. Dr. Harold Glasser …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2470

WMU student athletes excel academically

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… WMU student athletes excel academically Submitted by Deanne Puca on The 2012-13 gymnastics squad earned a fall … a 3.19 grade point average during the past semester, with nine teams posting 3.25 or better. The top five teams … in terms of GPA this past semester boasted GPAs over 3.5 with gymnastics leading the way at 3.76. The men's tennis …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4137

Student group once again recognized by leading human resource association

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… Student group once again recognized by leading human resource association Submitted by Deanne Puca on … over the same time period. I am proud to have worked with the students to build momentum for the future." … professional development and networking opportunities with local human resource professionals, among other …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54130

WMU teams claim top two spots at project management competition

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… WMU teams claim top two spots at project management competition Submitted by Samantha Hooker on … of their choice. The teams were given industry mentors with project management certifications, Matt Mills and Nancy Howk , both of Stryker. With their guidance, the finalists completed three rubrics …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59292

Virtual and in-person summer camps offered at Western

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… Virtual and in-person summer camps offered at Western Submitted by … pending approval of safety plans and registration with the Office of Precollege Programming. In-person and … throughout the summer, the program also will provide them with unique experiences and opportunities. You can  find …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63704

WMU aviation college names new flight operations director

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… college names new flight operations director Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Kavalhuna BATTLE CREEK, Mich.—An alumnus who is an established aviation and legal … Kavalhuna graduated from WMU’s College of Aviation in 2001 with a bachelor's degree in aviation science. He earned a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29213