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LBGT office celebrates 30 years of inclusion, diversity on campus

W Magazine

… get your degree without feeling comfortable with who you are,” says Marshall Kilgore, an openly bisexual WMU student, … “I think a lot of the work we’re doing right now involves awareness and advocacy, as well as creating spaces for LBGT … that they have a place, they have a purpose.” Increasing Awareness and Education [caption align="right"] [/caption] …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57382

Non-bargaining staffers honored at recent events

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… two non-bargaining groups represent WMU employees who are covered under the Staff Compensation System. Both APA's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7160

New study abroad scholarship tailored for incoming freshmen

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… graduate at higher rates and receive more job offers compared to students who do not study abroad." Two-tier … the fall semester in 2017, when they begin their academic career at the University. In addition, recipients also are awarded money to use during their sophomore, junior or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32987

WMU Evaluation Center celebrates 50 years of impact with $7.2M in recent grants

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… will allow evaluators to assess their strengths and growth areas and earn micro-credentials to display in their digital … organization that supports individuals and families struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. Funded through NIH’s … a statewide resource assessment, identify service gaps, share best practices in crisis services and develop strategies …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73086

Service-learning honors go to students, faculty, community groups

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… Dr. Michael Millar was nominated by Kelly Alvarez, principal at El Sol Elementary school, for his work … contact with the school to ensure that students' needs are being met. Dr. Timothy Palmer was nominated by Dr. … with one uniting theme--social entrepreneurship and awareness of the impact business decisions have on the greater …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/446

WMU research facility assists in rediscovery of rare mineral deposit

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… WMU research facility assists in rediscovery of rare mineral deposit Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … mined in only three locations in the nation, supplies are dwindling and prices skyrocketing. Now, one of the … state's historical oil and gas production revenues and triggering explosive job growth in Osceola and Mecosta …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9197

Dream realized for Western alum working on Marvel's 'WandaVision'

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… avid gamer as a kid, he initially thought about pursuing a career in the video game industry. Then, late in high school, … that I'm working on something that my kids can see and are excited to watch and my wife is proud of, that's what … survive. "There's been a dynamic shift as far as how things are done," Jacobs says. Things like strictly enforced work …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63090

WMU engineering student one of nine nationwide invited to competition

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… glass technology that could be adjusted to eliminate glare from the sun and improve driver visibility, and organic … for and also could help senior drivers by making things bigger or more visible with a hypersensitive interface. The … completely so your speedometer and all those things are on your windshield and you have the capability of making …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31131

WMU’s Food Marketing Conference to draw over 700 industry leaders

Haworth College of Business

… but a preregistration discount ends March 25 . Rooms are blocked at the Amway Grand hotel and the conference rate … and will offer a fast-paced overview of key trends that are disrupting the market, and most importantly, innovative … from Kroger, Trader Joe's, 7-Eleven, Rite Aid, Kellogg and H-E-B Food-Drugs. About the conference Now in its …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30897

Outstanding faculty, staff members awarded WMU's highest honors

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… Dr. Brian Wilson, Dr. Matthew Mingus, Bott, Dustin Skaggs, Dr. Willam Rantz (Front row, from left) Dr. Vun … across campus who have demonstrated exceptional service in areas that reflect innovative and effective programming, … provides for so many. She is highly respected and cared for among students, and staff as well. The impact that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55462