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WMU joins national alliance aimed at developing more inclusive and diverse STEM faculty

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… Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is one of 20 universities joining a three-year institutional … that began working together to advance such work earlier this year. The National Science Foundation funds the effort as … and computer engineering, does a demonstration in his lab. Aimed at ensuring all STEM faculty use inclusive …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56137

West Michigan investment fund secures $21 million for local business community

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… Submitted by Stacey Anderson on From left, Drs. Doug Lepisto and Derrick McIver stand in front of Western's Haworth … first close of the fund. Launched in August 2020, the fund is targeting $50 million with the aim of generating … social and educational returns in West Michigan through acquisition of small businesses. Sleeping Giant Capital will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64313

Mental Health Week at WMU aims to raise awareness, offer resources

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… Mental Health Week at WMU aims to raise awareness, offer resources Submitted by Erin Flynn on 10/23/20 Update: Due to inclement weather this morning, the Hike for Mental Health Awareness will not be … distress, how to respond effectively to a friend who is struggling and how to identify when and how to share resources …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61633

WMU baseball announces 2017 schedule

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… play five Big Ten teams, including Michigan State, Illinois, Michigan and Northwestern, in its upcoming 2017 season. … to make the field of 64. Home schedule The home slate this season includes MAC series versus Ball State April 7-9 , … and Buffalo May 18-20 . The Broncos also host Southeast Missouri State for a three-game series May 5-7 . On the road …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/37052

Former development official to discuss climate change's economic impact

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… Former development official to discuss climate change's economic impact Submitted by … Bank will return to campus Wednesday, Oct. 11 , to discuss his latest book and lead a panel discussion with Western …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42967

WMU Ethics Center announces keynote speaker on privilege in research ethics

Study of Ethics in Society

… for Practical and Professional Ethics . A neuroscientist and social justice advocate, Saturn devotes her time … State University, as a community research evaluation scientist at the Multnomah County Health Department and Oregon … to diverse audiences. Privileged Logics 2024 aims to r aise awareness about issues of privilege in research ethics , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73512

Graduate student recognized by traffic safety organization

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… graduate student in civil and construction engineering, is one of just 19 students nationally to be named a 2024 … “I am deeply honored, humbled and excited to receive this recognition as a recipient of the 2024 Lifesavers … Safety Scholars Program scholarship,” says Novat. “This acknowledgment reaffirms my dedication to promoting road …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75328

WMU student receives $10,000 fellowship

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… significant scholarship and leadership skills during his time at Western, and is a worthy recipient of this award,” says Dr. Damon Miller , associate professor of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75453

WMU to confer 2,700 degrees during spring commencement

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… the College of Arts and Sciences. The April graduation exercises will feature music by the Western Brass Ensemble, … to attend commencement, and each participating student is eligible to reserve up to four guest tickets. Should … tickets, students who are participating in one of the exercises may request up to two more tickets on a first-come, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/357

WMU to observe National Campus Sustainability Day

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… Day Wednesday, Oct. 24 , by hosting various events to raise awareness about sustainable living and celebrate campus … Michigan Avenue, and a keynote address by Dr. John Francis, also known as the Planetwalker. Catered by Gorilla … students the opportunity to interact one-on-one with Francis. Following lunch, at 12:30 p.m., will be a public walking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1891