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Anthropologist's research expertise showcased in 'Nova' documentary
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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A Western Michigan University faculty member with expertise gained through years of studying the … cliff sides looking for clues to how people found their way into an area called "The Roof of the World" and adapted to … the high altitude. The team's work has resulted in significant discoveries about the genetic adaptations that allowed …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37588
Top seniors honored as 2016 Presidential Scholars
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… Scholar designation is the highest academic honor that WMU can bestow on its undergraduates. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Fifty … Scholar designation is the highest academic honor that WMU can bestow on its undergraduates. Selection is based on the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31219
WMU’s Food Marketing Conference to draw nearly 900 industry leaders
Food Marketing
… sessions will kick off the conference. Early attendees can choose from “What’s next?” by Jordan Rost , vice … impact of economic issues. Sansolo’s session, “The Struggle for Relevance,” will examine what companies must do to … and Measure It All,” will explore recent trends in shopper behavior and how winning players have responded in the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38306
Time to review WMU's winter weather closure policy
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… by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Michigan weather can change suddenly, with snow or ice quickly building up … the absence of notification via one of the methods listed below, all normal operations will continue as scheduled. … University events calendar to confirm whether an event is canceled. Those who have posted items to the calendar must …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61739
Professor to star in one-hour radio special on NPR stations
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… on Downey KALAMAZOO—Radio listeners across Michigan will be entertained by a Western Michigan University professor … City conducting a comparative analysis of contemporary American storytelling formats for her sabbatical research, and … the support from WMU in translating my sabbatical research into creative work." In addition to being featured as a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2585
Western marks Arbor Day with tree-planting, Tree Campus Higher Education designation
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… in-depth information about the selected tree and what goes into making the decision to plant at this specific location. … sponsorship of student service-learning projects. "WMU has been a happy participant with the National Arbor Day … One should never lose the joy of planting a tree that benefits future Broncos as much, or more, than present. Tree …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67789
Dining Services expands offerings at Student Center Dining for spring 2024
Dining Services
… serves up healthy fare and build-your-own salads. Students can satisfy their sweet tooth at Delight with a variety of … satisfaction. “The Dining Services team is excited to be able to use more of the space and equipment within the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74305
Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in April
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… dance, food and fashions of nearly two dozen cultures will be showcased during WMU's 28th annual International Festival … be given by Yang Liu, assistant research fellow and PhD candidate at the Institute of Urban Studies at Sichuan … Join CELCIS students as they learn to play U.S. American card and board games, chat with friends, hang out and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38968
WMU professors developing prototype to give doctors extra level of protection against COVID-19
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… how his aerosol box is used. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The number of confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Michigan … design and develop aerosol boxes—acrylic cubes that doctors can place over a patient while performing an intubation. Dr. … plans as widely as possible so designers across the country can create the aerosol boxes themselves. The team is also …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58767
Accomplished trombonist Brad Edwards to perform in free recital at WMU
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… event is free and open to the public. With a style that has been variously described as "passionate," "fiercely … a soloist with "Pershing's Own" U.S. Army Band at the American Trombone Workshop in Washington, D.C. As a member of the … brass on a three-year cycle. He has extended this project into a website, auditionsolos.com . In addition to the Air …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42801