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Still time to register for noncredit lifelong learning classes, trips

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… fall classes and trips KALAMAZOO—It's not too late to sign up for many of the moderately priced fall classes and trips … as it is today as well as explore local landmarks that are significant to Cuba's cultural heritage. This fall semester, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9262

Ethics Center book clubs discuss well-being, war and money, climate justice

Study of Ethics in Society

… through early April on Webex.  The first 10 people who sign up for each book club will receive a free copy of the book.  … March 21 and 28 and April 4 . Students are able to earn WMU Signature credit for any book club for which they attended …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66775

WMU’s century plant reaches new heights

College of Arts and Sciences

… life cycle, greenhouse specialist Chris Jackson had to come up with a creative solution. Jackson worked with WMU … cold February elements. (Photo by Michael Lanka) Jackson designed a protective system that utilizes tubes, heat tape … to grow, the tube may need to be extended even higher until signs of blooming begin to appear. (Photo by Michael Lanka). …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70881

Lifelong learning classes, trips set for this summer

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… experiences for mature adults—without papers or tests. Upcoming courses The Osher Institute's short-term, noncredit … Americans from the War for Independence to the Vietnam War. Upcoming trips Institute trips usually must be booked 21 to … Additional information Osher Institute members also may sign up at no cost for special interest groups this summer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32202

De-stress, decompress and find community post-election at the SRC

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… place by local and state authorities. Anyone interested can sign up for classes through ExperienceWMU . Many classes are also … experience is that Western has a strong community of support," adds Beth Northuis , assistant director of fitness …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61878

WMU board approves 2020-21 on-campus apartments rates

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… single person, per-bed rates with family housing available upon request. Costs may vary depending on the complex, unit … increase by 1%. A two-bedroom unit will run $398 per occupant, and a one-bedroom unit will be $690 monthly for fall … in living in WMU apartments next fall are encouraged to sign up early for the best selection. For more information, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/57019

WMU commits to strategic initiatives to enhance student, faculty and staff well-being under global charter

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on President Montgomery says the signing of the Okanagan Charter reaffirms the University … Edward Montgomery gathered with the University community to sign a public commitment to the Okanagan Charter, a … under a principled framework, urging institutions to step up, act on their societal responsibility and lead by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73324

WMU co-leading new NSF-funded center dedicated to advancing sustainable packaging

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… at Michigan State University. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— With support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Western … environmental challenges tied to packaging waste. C3PS has signed on 10 companies as center members to involve industry … hybrids. Research on plastic will be focused on designing recyclable and biodegradable plastics for safe, …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/08/center-plastic-paper-hybrid-end-life-solutions

The rise of women’s sports—triumphs, challenges and the road ahead

W Magazine

… ahead Submitted by Erin Flynn on Outside hitter No. 19 Maggie King, BS ‘23, MA ‘24, goes for the kill in an … title. King went on to play professionally for the Omaha Supernovas. What’s so great about the resilience of women in … and women’s sports in schools receiving federal funding, significantly boosting opportunities for female athletes.   …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/rise-womens-sports-wmu-coaches-athletes-weigh

COVID-19 at Western: One year later

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… Submitted by Megan Looker on (March 2020)  Faculty stepping up to support transition to distance education : Distance … health professionals. (March 2020)  Sew worth it—fashion design students use skills to craft masks for hospital workers : Several fashion design students join together to sew face masks to help fill …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63586