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‘Their energy is very powerful’: Guest artist choreographs special performance for Western’s Winter Gala Dance Concert

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… strength, competition and raw, unbridled emotion—the best performances keep the audience on their toes as much as … as opposed to other universities where it's a lot bigger and it's not personal." Personalized approach Students … director asks students in first-year performance classes, "Why dance?" Hung talks with students after class. "Of course …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67175

WMU EV infrastructure most extensive on campuses nationwide

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… the EV charging stations' energy demand. KALAMAZOO--The number of electric vehicle charging stations for area drivers … Welborn Hall, the new stations will allow some 20 EVs to be charged on campus simultaneously --the largest number of charging stations for any college or university …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/191

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

How MBA student Sara Wiseman became a lifelong learner

Haworth College of Business

… How MBA student Sara Wiseman became a lifelong learner Submitted by Anonymous (not … in her most recent role leading strategic communications on behalf of the neurosurgical and ENT businesses, she has been able to see firsthand why the WMU program works so well for her and for many other …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71276

Western's Racial Justice Advisory Committee will update campus on progress

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… blueprint for a more inclusive and equitable environment is beginning to take shape at Western Michigan University. One … are lots of people right now talking about anti-racism, being equitable, inclusive—these are wonderful terms. But if … of education; and that's where I want to see us. That's why the folks on this committee have put so much into this." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65616

Artists from Center for Disability Services display works

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… artists Adrian, Jimmy, Latina and Lester —will be on display through the end of April. The Center for … Art at the center is a positive alternative to anger or aggression and a means of coping with anxiety and sadness. … rhythmic motion of painting is therapeutic. For others, the benefit comes from the physicality of molding, shaping or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5930

WMU department changes name to World Religions and Cultures

College of Arts and Sciences

… Religions and Cultures "The term 'comparative religion' can be confusing—students and others often assume we teach theological comparisons between religions to determine which religion is best," says … different perspectives,” says Covell. “That’s a key reason why we are able to offer such a variety of thematic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74749

Community book read, public discussion takes aim at climate change

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… Anonymous (not verified) on Copies of Marshall's book will be available for short-term checkout. KALAMAZOO, … to address climate change, "Don’t Even Think About It: Why Our Brains Are Wired to Ignore Climate Change," by … event Marshall wrote his book based on interviews with Nobel Prize-winning psychologists, activists of the Texas Tea …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31054

WMU Study Abroad Fair open to campus and community

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… part of their college degree programs. This free event will be held from  11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25 , at … as well as is empowering. Businesses know this, which is why, according to QS Global, over 80 percent of employers … who coordinate programs and courses around the globe. WMU study abroad specialists also will be available to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55371

State regulatory atmosphere is topic of breakfast talk

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… revamp Michigan's regulatory and licensing environment will be explored at the June installment of the Keystone … in Michigan," is free and open to the public. The event begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the college dean's office at (269) …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/778