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Race, feminist perspectives and politics focus of discussion

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… time. Beyoncé and feminism "Beyoncé is a powerful figure with a tremendous multicultural and multigenerational fan … says Richardson. "As my research delves into how African-American women negotiate and navigate media … she adds. Meanwhile, Richardson claims that while many young people and celebrities today run away from the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31358

Prescribed burns planned at Asylum Lake Friday, April 2

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… Managing prescribed burns Prescribed burns are done with the cooperation and approval of all necessary local … and the special equipment needed to pull off a burn can be mobilized quickly should the weather be favorable to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63807

Distinguished alumni nominations sought

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… The deadline for nominations is Sunday, March 1 , and they can be made online at mywmu.com/danomination . Distinguished …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21954

WMU's ROTC leadership program to be focus at breakfast series

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… leadership training will be the focus at the upcoming Mercantile Bank of Michigan Breakfast Speaker Series hosted by … Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m . Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-6059 or at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30988

Immersive course lets Western students explore Indigenous approaches to environmental justice

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… Erin Flynn on Students and employees from Western kayak and canoe down the Pine Creek. (Courtesy: Johnathon Moulds) … Pine Creek Indian Reservation. Members of the tribe meet with Western students and staff to talk about their culture … out of my content area and see that the world is much bigger than our chosen niches and there is always more work to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72530

First-of-its-kind research shows lake-effect snow trends in Southwest Michigan

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… Meng "My research shows air temperature has a strong link with lake-effect snowfall. When we have a colder winter, we … pattern in the tropical Pacific Ocean, also has a significant impact on snowfall in Michigan." The warm phase of ENSO … because our lake temperature is increasing, leading to a bigger air (and) lake temperature difference." In addition to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66178

Western opens door to life-changing experiences for business law grad

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… law grad Submitted by Erin Flynn on Will Roosien graduated with a bachelor's degree in business law and a plethora of … me to identify a place in the professional world by which I can flourish. As a direct result of this challenge, I … opened my aperture recently and inspired me to think bigger," Roosien says.  "This challenge was my first …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75608

Donation helps WMU foster entrepreneur success in Kalamazoo community

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… on Dr. Khady Ndao-Brumblay was tired of the lack of African stories available to her children, so she and her sister … Ndao-Brumblay has worn many hats in her adult life. Now, with the help of a program at Western Michigan University, … concept involves writing stories about great women in African history and creating dolls to go along with them. The …

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

Outstanding seniors to be honored as 2022 Presidential Scholars

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… Scholar designation is the highest academic honor that WMU can bestow on its undergraduates. Selection is based on a … Senate is proud to represent the faculty, and partner with the President's office, to honor many of Western … In addition, several scholars have volunteered to work with young people and other Western students in their field of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67695

Campus United Way campaign set to launch

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… people received assistance to remove employment barriers with the help of the Employer Resource Network, 10 community … to all faculty, staff and retirees is under way. Gifts can be made as: One-time donations by cash, check or credit … pledge or donation, or to schedule a United Way meeting in your department, contact wmu-united-way@wmich.edu. For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26564