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Native American Heritage Month 2024 recognized on Western's campus through variety of events

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… Native American Heritage Month 2024 recognized on Western's campus … at Western Michigan University throughout  Native American Heritage Month . Observed nationally in November, Native American Heritage Month celebrates the rich …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/11/native-american-heritage-month-2024-events-planned

Film preview, discussion to focus attention on mental illness

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… and an actress from Kalamazoo featured in the film, will be talking about the movie along with its producer, Roger … responsibility, demonstrate how crisis intervention can prevent tragedy, and foster community discussions of … refuge in his blog postings. Like many parents, she struggles with wondering how worried she should be. Additional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49463

University to honor its top four staffers for 2014-15

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… Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Four staff members who have made exceptional contributions to Western … there to help when needed, offer advice, and be your biggest supporter and cheerleader." Many nominators also cited … the results of the National Survey on Student Engagement, can, in no small measure, be attributed to him," one …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27159

WMU program raising funds to put research students in community

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… KALAMAZOO—Two Western Michigan University faculty members have launched a unique online crowdfunding campaign to … one of the most influential experiences a science student can have as an undergraduate. Giving students the … them for their careers," says Docherty. The 2014 SABRE candidates are biological sciences students who will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13722

Two to receive WMU's Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award

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… Jellies . The honor is the highest annual award WMU bestows on faculty members. It pays tribute to individuals whose work constitutes a significant body of achievement that is widely recognized within … communities. "I want to emphasize that Rozanne Elder can be looked upon as the keystone holding together monastic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19495

WMU inventors win $10,000 Brian Patrick Thomas Award

Haworth College of Business

… The Brian Patrick Thomas Entrepreneurial Spirit Award is to be awarded annually to the company in Starting Gate, WMU's … the inaugural award. This past year has been one of significant activity for John and Barnett, as they have developed … a promising idea for a product or service, which can be launched within a short period of time. Starting Gate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25223

Newly designed program in organizational change leadership offered

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… graduate program in organizational change leadership is being offered on Western Michigan University's main campus … in organizational change leadership grew out of what had been the Master of Arts in organizational learning and … on developing marketable change leadership skills that can be immediately applied to the workplace. Students build …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40184

Two student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation

Haworth College of Business

… student entrepreneurs from Western Michigan University are being recognized for their innovative business ideas. George … and air conditioning installer. On an average-size home, it can take four to six days with the current process," … and served as a pilot. Following his service, Christoff returned to the family business, C.J. Christoff & Sons, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53252

Theatre, musical performances in spotlight at medieval congress

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… alumnus Joey Huizar as Esmoreit (Photo credit: Brett Schaberg.) Performances Wednesday, May 10 "Cosmic Dance," by … and engaging theatrical event. Thursday, May 11 "Leaf-by-Niggle," presented by the University of Maryland, and "Cooch … 10th-century tragicomedy about the Roman emperor lured into carnal embrace with cookware. For additional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39852

AARP exec to address diversity and aging during two-day visit

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… Communities." The next day, Kane-Williams will be the keynote speaker at the Diversity and Inclusion … adults. Laying the groundwork "We believe Edna's lectures can lay the groundwork for these upcoming discussions," says … at AARP, focusing primarily on outreach to the African-American community. Kane-Williams received her …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38144