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Nominations sought for major University awards
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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The campus community is invited to nominate eligible faculty and staff members … awards Western Michigan University will present during this year's Fall Convocation. The nomination deadline for these three campuswide honors is Monday, April 2 . The awards The Emerging Scholar Award …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45445
Think Big leads to Rethink Smart
W Magazine
… an introspective process called Think Big to examine WMU's distinctive strengths as an institution of higher learning … we are leaning in to WMU's identity as a university that is highly responsive to student needs for purpose, … smarts to pursue a bolder way of thinking, leading to a bigger way of being. It’s knowing one's “why” and striving to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61956
Powerful piece wins WMU dance student prestigious choreography award
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… to success after graduation. Hayley Midea won the coveted Maggie Allesee Choreography Award on Saturday, Oct. 12 , … original piece, "Dear Larry," moved judges in both its precision and power. "I always tend to draw from personal … a stand against sexual assault. Her cousin Taylor Helber is among the survivors of disgraced sports doctor Larry …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56188
Technology educator and entrepreneur part of WMU Innovation Day
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… Hall on WMU's Parkview campus from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is being hosted by the Department of Industrial and … Management. "Innovation 'dollars' will be given to visitors so they can 'invest' in the products they see as the … student teams in various categories will receive medals. "This is a great way for students of all ages to expose their …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36600
Mallinson Institute for Science Education celebrates 20 years of global scientific literacy
College of Arts and Sciences
… at Western Michigan University has championed interdisciplinary knowledge, fostering a legacy of research, … good to think about our past and future.” The institute's mission revolves around advancing global scientific literacy. … standards, the institute has not only met but exceeded this vision. Embracing an interdisciplinary approach, the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74440
Gender issues topic of public talk
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… Gender issues topic of public talk Submitted by Deanne Puca on … University's Real Talk Diversity Series will open with a discussion on gender and issues of privilege from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 18, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/08/17751
Students pursue a better roadmap of Mars
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… to researchers in a timely manner. Maxwell Allen of Harrison Township, Stephen DeCarlo of Hudsonville, Joseph … University's Senior Engineering Design Conference held this past spring. Left to right: Maxwell Allen, Nathan Partee and Stephen DeCarlo The exploration of Mars is a major interest for the space community, says the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53717
Dynamic duo of authors to be featured in Gwen Frostic Reading Series
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… Wronsky KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A renowned poet and acclaimed novelist will be featured in the next installment of the fall … Thursday, Nov. 9 , in 157-159 Bernhard Center. The reading is free and open to the public. Wronsky Wronsky is the author, coauthor or translator of 12 books of poetry …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43579
Summer registration underway for low-cost Chinese culture classes
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… Summer registration underway for low-cost Chinese culture classes … Confucius Institute at Western Michigan University is accepting registrations for summer Chinese culture classes that begin the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15537
Applications sought for assessment awards program
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… Western Michigan University Assessment Steering Committee is accepting applications until Wednesday, Jan 31 , for its … improvements in academic or other programs. Apply now New this year, the collaboration award will honor groups of … The individual award, which includes a cash prize, is open to WMU employees who have made a significant …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44716