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WMU programs recognized by national diversity magazine

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… who are high achieving despite having challenges such as being homeless, undocumented, a ward of the state or from … to improve awareness, knowledge and tools to assist in becoming an inclusive campus. Under the leadership of … on the intersection of identity, power and privilege, microaggressions and cultural humility for such units as the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61244

Leadership experts to speak at third annual student conference

Haworth College of Business

… DESIGNEDtoLEAD conference  Friday, Feb. 26 , at WMU’s Bernhard Center. Designed to lead Developed and led by WMU … Source Bank. "This year's DESIGNEDtoLEAD conference will be packed with great speakers and discussion on leadership … walks of life, to engage our students and inspire them to become student leaders at WMU and later in their careers,” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30172

Gold Company to 'swing better' in upcoming performances

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… Gold Company to 'swing better' in upcoming performances Submitted by Anonymous (not … with "Gold Company: Anything You Can Swing, We Can Swing Better!" Western Michigan University's acclaimed vocal jazz … the United States, Canada and Europe. The group has been selected numerous times as "Outstanding Vocal Jazz …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30199

Annette LaVier obituary

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… on Annette LaVier , a former University Libraries staff member at Western Michigan University, died April 8 . She … The family obituary and guestbook are available at betzlerfuneralhome.com . Memorial gifts may be made to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39649

Prof wins $416,385 NIH grant to involve students in research

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… Health to conduct research along with her students on the behavioral pharmacology of novel stimulant drugs, commonly … and were disguised as true bath salts and were labeled as "not for human consumption." The drugs are … chemists in the first decade of the 21st century and began to be used in designer drugs. Legal in many …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24634

WMU supply chain program named top program for 13th straight year

Haworth College of Business

… since 2009, and which celebrates the exceptional caliber of the program. Western's high standing on the list … on the list. “Our program's continued ranking as the best supply chain program in Michigan and one of the top … positions. “Entering the WMU ISM program was one of the best decisions I made when starting my professional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68278

WMU historian awarded National Humanities Center fellowship for early Supreme Court book

College of Arts and Sciences

… Humanities Center —the first time a Western faculty member has received the fellowship. This recognition comes in … a competitive pool of over 500 applicants, Hadden describes this achievement as akin to being "struck by lightning," given its rarity. "Most …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72562

Study abroad scholarship opens world of opportunity for political science student

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… for an internship. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The death of Queen Elizabeth II sent ripples around the globe, including for Abbie Lindblade , a political science … gain this experience. They've definitely been one of the biggest supporters for me." Now Lindblade is taking the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69281

Hip-hop performance, film screening among events planned for Native American Heritage Month

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… display in Waldo Library. NASO is collaborating with a number of campus partners throughout November in order to raise awareness of Native culture and tradition, beginning with a performance by Frank Waln , Sicangu Lakota …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73305

Savings add up for students under Libraries' grants for free online textbooks

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… licensed and relevant to their learning experience," says Beth Martin , associate professor and OER librarian. The … include student financial relief, accessibility and the benefits of a frequently updated, high-quality online … this period of increased virtual instruction. "I've always been mindful about textbook costs and tried to choose …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63257