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Author to keynote annual Chavez Scholarship fundraiser

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… of Cesar E. Chavez scholarship fundraising dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 31 , in the Fetzer Center … main campus in Kalamazoo. The cost is $40, and tickets will be available through Friday, March 30. Presenting the keynote speech will be author Elva Trevino Hart, a computer professional for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/277

Academic department, student organization team up for blood drive

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… Kalamazoo, originally scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 31, has been postponed and will be rescheduled later this semester. KALAMAZOO—Students, … necessary in order to participate. The Red Cross will also be collecting double red cell donations, a procedure that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4442

Senior Engineering Design Conference showcases students’ innovative projects

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… a simulation that offers students practice in preventing cyberattacks; and improvements for WMU’s Formula SAE cars to … the 72nd Senior Engineering Design Conference , which will be held Tuesday, April 18. Presentations begin at 8 a.m. and … own campus. “Being able to work on this project reaffirms why I have chosen to go into civil engineering,” says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71375

The spirit of adventure

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… advice to aspiring entrepreneurs. How would you describe your company? Green Door was founded out of a love for … location. Once you arrive at these locations, you'll see why we chose them; they're the perfect spot to enjoy a craft … would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs? Embrace the struggle! Entrepreneurship is not sitting in a coffee shop on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/48055

With a mentor by her side, Abbie Meredith is embracing her WMU experience

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… program meant discussions about various topics, including beliefs on leadership styles, professional development and … part of the mentorship program has helped me focus on the bigger picture of why I am in school. Mike has helped me understand how …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71514

Sessions planned to explore Goldsworth Valley dining project

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… public sessions, planned to provide students and members of the campus community the opportunity to be part of the site development process for the new Western … The sessions are planned for 4 and 7 p.m. in 159 Bernhard Center . Parking is available in the parking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13558

WMU to hold town hall on safety notification guidelines, questions

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A town hall meeting will be held at 7 p.m. tonight in the Bernhard Center's East Ballroom so Western Michigan … shootings led to many members of the WMU community asking why the University did not issue a WMU Alert to let students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30538

English, Theatre departments establish new regional play festival

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… Gilmore Theatre Complex. Tickets for this free event can be reserved by calling the box office of the Gilmore Theatre … readings. After the festival, one of these plays will be selected to receive a workshop production in August at … it is happening at every major theatre in the country so why not here on our college campus?" says Mark Liermann , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24528

Spring virtual book clubs examine ethical questions

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… Who profits from political violence? Should medical care be rationed during a pandemic? How do we understand the deep … power and who does not in every society? These topics will be discussed during a series of virtual book clubs hosted by … few: a syndrome in which they are fully conscious but cannot move or speak. This book raises questions about …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62657

Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often

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… issues of race and racism with their children. While it can be uncomfortable and daunting, ignoring the … them to know, and … the information might contribute to why we have issues in our society related to race." YOUNG … conversation a step further and talk about anti-bias. She suggests resources for parents such as the conscious kid , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60000