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WMU launches climate crisis-inspired writing competition
Sustainability
… gift of literary art—making it and being around it—is the way it engenders community and fosters connectivity with the … world, however beleaguered. Isn’t that the only endurable way forward: together and awake?” says Alison Swan , faculty … First place: $500 Second place: $300 Honorable mention: $100 Entries are due by April 1, 2022 , and will be blind …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66950
ExpressJet, Delta put aviation students on career pathway
News
… ExpressJet, Delta put aviation students on career pathway Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Program allows … air carriers will put WMU students on a clear pathway to careers as commercial airline pilots. The … of nearly 700 students in three programs—aviation maintenance technology, aviation science and administration, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/148
WMU receives $1.4 million to start transportation research center
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… Anonymous (not verified) on The one-year grant may be renewable for additional years. KALAMAZOO—A multidisciplinary … or RITA, is for year one with the possibility of renewal for three additional years. The WMU grant is part of … says. "Related research will include planning, design, maintenance and technologies for public transit and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/10797
Undergrad experiences fuel alumna's passion for climate policy
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… for the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. "COP was absolutely a moment when I couldn't believe this is where my life has taken me," says Wilder, who was accepted into the public policy and natural resources … science," she says. Wilder and volunteers planted more than 100 trees and shrubs on the WMU campus. Wilder's budding …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/57475
Top model, top student: WMU Medallion Scholar slays in the classroom and on the runway
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… WMU Medallion Scholar slays in the classroom and on the runway Submitted by Erin Flynn on Maya Narayan has made multiple appearances on New York Fashion Week runways. (Photo courtesy: Jabbar Walker @art_of_jabbar ) … be screaming!” Motivated to make an impact “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” Those words from a …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/music-theatre-performance-medallion-scholar-new-york-fashion-week-maya-narayan
In the business of making a difference
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… started boldSOCKS , a sock company that helps provide 100 days of clean water to someone in Rwanda, Africa, with each pair sold. They started the company …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47536
Carlson, Hettinger to lead WMU board in 2013
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… the vice chair position. Carlson Jeanne H. Carlson Carlson was appointed to the board by then-Michigan Gov. Jennifer … being appointed to the BCN leadership role in 2006, Carlson was vice president of the General Motors account and of … president and CEO. He is credited with attracting nearly 100 companies and 9,400 jobs to Battle Creek's Fort Custer …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/5320
High school seniors invited to fall open houses
News
… seniors are invited to check out one of the nation's top-100 public universities during three open houses at Western …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2268
Sustainable development in Africa focus of July conference
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… is "Challenges and Opportunities for Good Governance Toward Peace and Sustainable Development through Global and … A&T State University. He received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering … development for all African nations." Conference fees are $100 for scholars and $50 for students. International …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1020
APA, PSSO set events to honor annual award winners
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… APA, PSSO set events to honor annual award winners Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … events to recognize the 2013 recipients of their annual awards. The Administrative Professional Association gathering … service contributes to the recognition of WMU as a top-100 university. To make a reservation , those planning to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6146