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New Native American Affairs Council aims to build relationships, understanding across campus and in community

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… and establish Native American programming and curriculum at the institution. The new Native American Affairs Council … between the University and tribal communities both on and off campus. Western's Main Campus is on land historically … Acknowledging the importance of the University's shared history with Native American communities and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/66068

Get a fresh start spring semester with events focused on building connections, well-being and racial equality

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… racial equality Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The beginning of a new year offers a chance to implement new … at a time when social interaction and in-person activities are limited. “It’s a very compelling and important part of … saying, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?" WMU community members …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62676

Engineering prof wins NIH grant for research on heart disease

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… professor has been awarded a $416,816 grant from the National Institutes of Health to continue his research … an Applied Sciences. He began studying the science behind what leads to blockage inside arterial walls as a … to try to block initial stages so that the body can take care of itself." Stents can hold open arteries, Springstead …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22649

WMU wins U.S. Environmental Protection Agency award

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… Agency award Submitted by Anne Copeland on Noack holds the award. KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University has been awarded the 2013 College/University Partner of the Year Award by the Environmental Protection Agency for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15543

Nominations sought for semiannual staff award

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Nominations for the spring 2017 round of Western Michigan University's semiannual Make a Difference awards are due Tuesday, Feb. 28 . Make a Difference is a campuswide … Make a Difference awards are presented to a maximum of 15 people. Those selected for the accolade receive a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/37795

Donation helps WMU foster entrepreneur success in Kalamazoo community

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… by Erin Flynn on Dr. Khady Ndao-Brumblay was tired of the lack of African stories available to her children, so she and her sister are working on creating their own. KALAMAZOO, … who grew up in Senegal but now lives in Kalamazoo. "What I found as a recent immigrant coming here and having …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55256

WMU trustees slate special meeting for Nov. 7

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… 7 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees will convene on campus Friday, Nov. 7 , for a … Gathering in formal public session at 11 a.m. in Rooms 157-159 of the Bernhard Center , the board will focus on the

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20061

Friday Feature: Ismail Abuzir

College of Aviation

… week's Friday Feature is Ismail Abuzir, a current senior in the Aviation Flight Science program! Ismail grew up in … with the SR20 as a primary training aircraft would prepare him for his career in commercial aviation more than any … tough.   Ismail sitting in the captain's seat of a Boeing 757 aircraft. Beyond his education, Ismail is still heavily …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/03/abuzir

Celebrate Excellence at Golden Broncos 2026

Student Engagement

… Submitted by Valerie Ott on Golden Broncos 2026 Each year, the Office of Student Engagement (OSE) at Western Michigan … behind the scenes and on the main stage. Nominations are due by March 8. Why Golden Broncos Matters Student …

https://wmich.edu/studentengagement/news/2026/03/goldenbroncos2026

Four finalists for associate provost to make public presentations

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… Mich.—Public presentations by four candidates for the post of Western Michigan University associate provost … Monday, May 8 . The candidates will speak on the topic, "What is your vision for comprehensive global engagement at a … for Global Engagement at Clemson University, Monday, May 15. Dr. Martyn J. Miller , interim assistant vice president …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39821