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Sculpture artist Harumi Ori creates fiery-hued mural for new student center

WMU Student Center

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A striking, permanent mural adorning a wall of the new WMU Student Center is sure to captivate … set for Tuesday, Aug. 29 . A competition call for artists was sent out in 2020, with artists from around the world … this project by taking photos of an ordinary spot, day after day, at the exact same time, from the same vantage …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72374

First crop of Broncos Lead interns grows interest in sustainable farming

W Magazine

… studies student, says the internship makes her want to explore even more opportunities to work outside in … here talking with Andrea Page. Gracey Henckel, a freshwater science and sustainability student, says the … school, but my perspective has completely changed after working at DeLano Farms," she says. "I feel more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72437

WMU alumni create educational opportunities for Kalamazoo refugees

News

… volunteers stand together. The Summer Enrichment Program was initiated by Western Michigan University alumni Jeremy … a master’s degree from WMU in industrial engineering. “They wanted to come here but it was still hard. I couldn’t even … educational resources for children with disabilities. After completing his master’s degree, Goldman continued his …

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

WMU welcomes more than 50 new international students this January

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… travelers, International Student Orientation on Jan. 3 was their first introduction to higher education in the … especially in the areas of biochemistry and medicine. This was her first time going abroad. “This is a really new … The Haenicke Institute’s International Student and Scholar Services unit is responsible for international student …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/international-orientation-25

Celebrations, activities mark beginning of fall semester

News

… traffic, students who can't arrive by noon will need to wait and move in any time Saturday, Sept. 5, through Monday … the end of Saturday. One Stop Center A temporary, one-stop service center remains open in WMU's Bernhard Center, … students to the campus and to Kalamazoo. It features games, music and more than 450 booths, where students can peruse …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26602

Annual International Congress on Medieval Studies to convene virtually

News

… last year's virtual event and made changes, including new ways for attendees to keep their conversations going after sessions and live premieres with discussion for the … Monday, May 9, 5 p.m .—"Le Roman de Fauvel," lusty music with dazzling images from the 14th-century epic satire …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/67979

Western community stands in support of Ukraine

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… alumna Yuliia Sergeeva, who is from Ukraine. Sergeeva was a Fulbright Fellow and graduated from Western in 2017 … in mechanical engineering. Sergeeva hugs Mariia Parkhomenko after the moment of silence at the Campus Flagpoles. Alexis … going on—that can definitely help," says Matias Alvarez , a music education student from Tecumseh, Michigan. He has been …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67330

WMU students anxious to share their cultures at International Festival

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… by international students with assistance from WMU Dining Services. Members of the Western Student Association will be … student groups are participating in the 2019 festival. An awards panel of judges composed of WMU students, staff, … association is returning to International Festival after winning the "best booth" category in 2018. The group …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52294

Black mason broke barriers, laid first building blocks for learning at Western

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… Albert White , born just two months before the Civil War to parents who escaped enslavement, played a lead role … not herald his considerable achievements.  Albert White "He was born in 1861. If a man coming out of those extreme … was born in Canton, Indiana, where his parents had migrated after garnering freedom from slavery in North Carolina. He …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74599

Fall virtual career fairs to connect WMU students to job seekers

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… Representatives from Career and Student Employment Services and the Zhang Career Center have also had … nor employers need to download and learn any new software. Built-in accessibility and translation tools, which … representatives to interact successfully with the software.  "Our offices are aware that recruiting budgets are …

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