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WMU BTR Park welcomes new architectural and engineering firm
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… projects is the tribal Health and Wellness Center in Dowagiac. "We like the location of the BTR Park as it … Miller says, "but we can also use our resources and work with the private sector to advantage the best and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19492
Self-watering planters sow seeds of sustainability across campus
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… out of Arcadia Creek, which is fantastic." Cosby is also working with Gibbs House to begin incorporating compost from … to purchase and transport the flowers from external vendors—the 11th year for such a collaboration. And it was no … time to get all of the pots and flats ready to go. "The biggest challenge was space or, more specifically, lack of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64318
Facilities Management units recognized for good stewardship
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… president for Facilities Management. "As a department, we work every day to improve the environment for our region as …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1239
Michigan has minerals America needs
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… are located in Michigan, although more research needs to be done to better characterize their locations, quantity and … state's mining history. For example: Preliminary mapping suggests that a large deposit of potash may occur in up to … arts and events , visit WMU News online. Related stories Work by WMU may reduce US dependency on China for critical …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/54012
Students learn of triumph and persistence in life of Walt Disney
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… for many who remember their first visit to the Magic Kingdom, treasured animated films and iconic Mickey Mouse. Eight … of external engagement at Michigan College Access Network in Lansing. Students individually serve as guides for … of the cities we visited, so there's an opportunity for networking with Broncos in the community." A two-time WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54752
WMU's Seita foster youth effort garners national acclaim
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… states. The center is also the home base for a statewide network—Fostering Success Michigan—that focuses on … the nation. We are indebted to our staff and faculty who work alongside these students to make a real difference." … former foster-care youth are at home on the WMU campus and working toward their degrees. By the time the program hits …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/47092
WMU welcomes more than 50 new international students this January
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… Shafie Pour , 35, travelled 39 hours from Iran to pursue doctoral studies in chemistry at WMU. She chose Western … recruitment, admissions and immigration support. The office works in collaboration with various university departments, … K-12 schools; hosting lectures, panels and events; and showcasing arts, entertainment and culture from around the …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/international-orientation-25
WMU's Seita program named finalist for national higher ed award
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… and reward public universities across the country for their work in employing innovative approaches to improve retention … Degree Completion Award are Boise State University, Colorado State University, the University of Hawaii at Manoa and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42136
Freshwater science and sustainability program to host international conference
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… Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal." The associate professor's work integrates history, geography, ecology and the arts, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40500
Education and human development alumni recognized as most influential people of West Michigan
College of Education and Human Development
… Booker is nationally known for her advocacy and DEI work. Since coming to UMH-W in 2019, the institution has … and employees. Prior to joining the team at UMH-W, Booker worked as an executive d irector of diversity, equity and … and celebration to the 2-SLGBTQ+ community by breaking down barriers, creating awareness and providing inclusive …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73266