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Nobel Peace laureate visit to include talk with students, faculty

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… Youth Conference Weekend Friday through Sunday, Feb. 22-24. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Kailash … school- and college-age students from Michigan, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio.  Satyarthi, who shared the 2014 Nobel … located in Loy Norrix High School in Kalamazoo. A suggested donation of $15 per guest is requested. Tickets may …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/02/51915

NYT gives first study abroad innovation award to WMU faculty

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… the Times into the Social Justice and Sustainability in India course they co-teach. Harrison and Palmer co-developed … out of its newsprint, and are carrying the baskets to India in December and will use them to collect materials … 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

Western students call virtual study abroad programs 'a great escape'

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… in a virtual discussion by a nonprofit organization in India as part of a virtual study abroad experience. … culture to life and have helped us enjoy some of the biggest benefits of studying abroad: relationship building and … Human Rights and Identity in Curacao:  Wednesday, Feb. 24, at 11 a.m. History and Cultural Immersion in Ghana: …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63298

Mindless Behavior and the OMG Girlz come to Miller Auditorium

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… and The Spice Girls, the OMG Girlz have been featured on BET's "The Tiny & Toya Show" and VH1's "T.I. & Tiny: The … around the country and was a featured artist on the 2012 BET College Tour. To learn more, visit their website . … Gauthier at bethany.gauthier@wmich.edu or (269) 387-2245. …

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Alumnus turned top Seattle tech CEO tackles health care arena

W Magazine

… Gopal came to America to further his education and forge a better life for his growing family. Singh has not only said … for me to start my life over,” he says. “So, I basically begged Dr. Azim Houshyar to let me take 25 credits in one … as Singh’s parents opened a school in the village in India where they were born that currently provides about 800 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75128

Ethics Center announces lecture series for fall 2025

Study of Ethics in Society

…   are   free   and   open   to   the  public. On Sept. 24 , Dr. Angie Moe,  professor in the Department of … This play offers a poignant look at one family’s struggle with the question: "When is it time for an elderly …

https://wmich.edu/ethics/news/2025/09/fall-25-lectures

China's rise in spotlight during 2015-16 Sichel Series

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… institutions and China's security relations with India and South Asia, Russia, North Korea and Taiwan. He is … "Is there a Xi Jinping Model of Economic Reform?" Feb. 24 : Dr. Mary E. Lovely, professor of economics and the Melvin A Eggers Economics Faculty Scholar in the Maxwell School of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26945

Geology students conduct research as part of carbon sequestration work

College of Arts and Sciences

… projects are aimed at trying to figure out, ‘Is this a good bet? Should we pump lots of carbon dioxide into the … out during their lab sessions.    “For me, the difference between authentic research and a typical lab activity is … WMU News  online.   Contact: Amelia Bodinaku November 12, 2024

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/11/kaczmarekgeos4350

Waldo Library's lower level reopens Jan. 9 with updates, new layout

University Libraries

… allow us to separate those services and give our users a better experience." Many Technology Lab services are … meet people and be creative, the lower level is your best bet." For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70135

Exemplars of engaging education honored with Distinguished Teaching Award

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…   and  Dee Sherwood , Western Michigan University's 2024 Distinguished Teaching Award honorees. The Distinguished … work focuses on video games—specifically the connection between violent media and behavior. In addition to teaching … Roosien , B.B.A.’24. Palmer created the Sustainability in India study abroad program, which challenges students to see …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/whitney-decamp-timothy-palmer-dee-sherwood-named-2024-distinguished-teaching