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Several internships with same company helped alumnus land job

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… University alumnus Robert Repke had initially directed his career aspirations toward a musical field. “I was … an entirely different professional tune, as evidenced by his work as an engineer for Consumers Energy. Successful … engineering degree in 2018, having also minored in chemistry and mathematics, and then went directly into a 2-year …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58019

Spring Convocation will showcase research in public health, humanities

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… humanities Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Discovery comes in many forms, and several will be celebrated … Center—recognizes the excellent work of WMU faculty. Discovery Symposia, comprised of several short faculty and … theorists and philosophers have from time to time suggested that something like loss lies at the very heart of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58305

Annual International Congress on Medieval Studies to convene virtually

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… past two years because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the event is hosted by Western's Medieval Institute and has attracted … and other medieval studies enthusiasts. Session topics this year range from exploring race in literature, using … a series of academic paper presentations. Others are panel discussions, roundtables, demonstrations and workshops. View …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/67979

Three WMU students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad

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… Justin Black received a $3,500 Gilman Scholarship. Black is majoring in public relations and minoring in journalism and will be studying in South Korea. He chose to go to South Korea for its political and media history as well as its culture and environment. Devin Moyer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39764

WMU Medieval Institute wins NEH grant for summer institute

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Jana K. Schulman , professor of English and director of the WMU Medieval Institute, has received … 'Beowulf' in the Context of Old Norse-Icelandic Literature" is one of the Summer Seminar and Institute Awards for … and programming," says NEH Chairman William Adams . "NEH is proud to support programs that illuminate the great ideas …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31130

Campus Activities Board presents stars from Guy Code and Girl Code

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… Girl Code Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Clockwise from top left: Jermaine Fowler, Alice Wetterlund, Nicole … "An Evening With the Stars from Guy Code and Girl Code" is sponsored by the Campus Activities Board. Admission is $5 for WMU students and $15 for the general …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14906

Some campus offices on reduced hours for winter recess

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… 16. Spring semester begins at 8 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 11. Listed below are holiday hours for select University offices … encouraged to call ahead to make sure a particular office is open before driving to campus. Campus building hours are listed on the website  and will be updated regularly. For …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62284

Scholar Scamper 5k run and walk benefits honors college scholarships

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Early registration is open until 5 p.m. Thursday, April 3. KALAMAZOO—The … programs for students in WMU's Lee Honors College. Register now Scholar Scamper 5k The Scholar Scamper course …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14631

University's green cleaning efforts recognized nationally

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… University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Green cleaning is a new movement that is defined as cleaning to protect health without harming the … practices when it earned Green Seal. The University is one of just five higher education institutions in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39972

Impactful experiences empower theatre grad to script ambitious future

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… educate and empower young people to change the world. His work earned him recognition with two awards at the 2024 … Mich.—When it came to choosing a stage for the next act of his education, a teenage Jimmie Comer III had his pick of colleges. A promising performer in Detroit's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75482