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World’s medievalists to convene virtually during annual congress

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… World’s medievalists to convene virtually during annual congress Submitted … to a virtual format during the COVID-19 pandemic, the event is hosted by Western's Medieval Institute and has attracted … and other medieval studies enthusiasts. Session topics this year range from historical sword fighting, reflections on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/63939

WMU medical school granted full accreditation

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… of Medicine has been granted full accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education. LCME, the national … a five-year period during its Feb. 13 meeting. Five years is the maximum possible for a new school receiving its … faculty, residents, staff and students, and expressed his appreciation for the work of numerous stakeholders that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45417

Campus Activities Board presents stars from Guy Code and Girl Code

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… Girl Code Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Clockwise from top left: Jermaine Fowler, Alice Wetterlund, Nicole … "An Evening With the Stars from Guy Code and Girl Code" is sponsored by the Campus Activities Board. Admission is $5 for WMU students and $15 for the general …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14906

WMU Medieval Institute wins NEH grant for summer institute

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Jana K. Schulman , professor of English and director of the WMU Medieval Institute, has received … 'Beowulf' in the Context of Old Norse-Icelandic Literature" is one of the Summer Seminar and Institute Awards for … and programming," says NEH Chairman William Adams . "NEH is proud to support programs that illuminate the great ideas …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31130

Scholar Scamper 5k run and walk benefits honors college scholarships

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Early registration is open until 5 p.m. Thursday, April 3. KALAMAZOO—The … programs for students in WMU's Lee Honors College. Register now Scholar Scamper 5k The Scholar Scamper course …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14631

NYT gives first study abroad innovation award to WMU faculty

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Palmer and Harrison KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two Western Michigan University … Times into an education abroad curriculum. Dr. Jennifer Harrison , assistant professor of social work, and Dr. Timothy … economy by 2020. But at the same time, she notes, India struggles with such challenges as poverty, hunger, toxic air …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/11/50449

Three WMU students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad

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… Justin Black received a $3,500 Gilman Scholarship. Black is majoring in public relations and minoring in journalism and will be studying in South Korea. He chose to go to South Korea for its political and media history as well as its culture and environment. Devin Moyer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39764

STEM Workforce Collaboratory established to improve WMU STEM programs, expand STEM workforce

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… STEM Workforce Collaboratory established to improve WMU STEM programs, expand STEM workforce … a fair amount of investment, nurturing and innovation. Such is the case with growing a diverse, well-trained science, … and the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences , is one way the University is striving to achieve that exact …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69684

University's green cleaning efforts recognized nationally

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… University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Green cleaning is a new movement that is defined as cleaning to protect health without harming the … practices when it earned Green Seal. The University is one of just five higher education institutions in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39972

Units across WMU donate personal protection equipment to medical professionals

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jill Weber and Jessica Slates display some of the donated items. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University community is banding together to provide health care providers with … and staff from the Frostic School of Art have also been digging through their studios to find masks, disposable …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58693