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Western student powers launch of new compostability testing center

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… Wang fills pots with soil to test compostability in his lab's greenhouse. Products go through phases of testing to determine compostability through disintegration, biodegradation and toxicity. KALAMAZOO, … Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) certification is expected later this summer on the new compostability …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68373

Fashion history instructor uses expertise to restart archival project

College of Education and Human Development

… Fashion history instructor uses expertise to restart archival project Submitted by Chris Hybels on One of Cooper's favorite garments is a 1920s …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73074

First responder training at vacant Bernhard Center Nov. 10-12

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… vacant Bernhard Center Nov. 10-12 Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's vacated Bernhard Center is slated to be the backdrop for an intensive first … the country, will use the building for a three-day exercise. The training is supported by the Gary Sinise …

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Spring registration under way for low-cost Chinese culture courses

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… Spring registration under way for low-cost Chinese culture courses … Confucius Institute at Western Michigan University is accepting registrations for spring 2012 Chinese culture courses that …

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Swain Library reopens for student study on Aug. 31

University Libraries

… students will have one more study spot on campus this fall. The University Libraries will reopen the Swain … 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays during fall semester. “Swain is a wonderful facility, and we’re excited to reopen this space for student study and programming,” says Julie …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68968

TIME ranks Western as a ‘Best College for Future Leaders’

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… nurturing highly influential leaders and noting the expertise of the Haworth College of Business in particular.   TIME partnered with Statista in launching the inaugural list of the Best Colleges for Future Leaders and the Best …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74605

WMU EV infrastructure most extensive on campuses nationwide

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… charging stations and solar array are meant to serve as a visual symbol of the way forward for a clean transportation … electric vehicles are still in their infancy, but WMU is leading the way to support widespread adoption," says Dr. … director for campus sustainability. "The current situation is akin to when the density of gas stations was one of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/191

Campus Classic 5K has new course and start times

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… Classic will feature a new certified course, start and finish line, and post-race brunch venue. The Saturday, Oct. 6 , … Center. Participants will be timed using Chrondtract B-Tag disposable chips already fastened to their racing bibs. The … nearly every building on the West Campus while the 5K race is taking place and parking along the race route is

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1825

WMU student program recognized by national diversity magazine

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… President Edward Montgomery . "We recognize that diversity is our strength and this distinction is a testament to our commitment to building …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55464

Ethics Book Clubs examine environment, prison and racism

Study of Ethics in Society

… Ethics Book Clubs examine environment, prison and racism Submitted by Sandra Borden on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … illness. "Wretched of the Earth" covers the means of struggling against those who profit from racism and colonialism, …

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