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WMU Medieval Institute wins NEH grant for summer institute
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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Jana K. Schulman , professor of English and director of the WMU Medieval Institute, has received … 'Beowulf' in the Context of Old Norse-Icelandic Literature" is one of the Summer Seminar and Institute Awards for … and programming," says NEH Chairman William Adams . "NEH is proud to support programs that illuminate the great ideas …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31130
WMU medical school granted full accreditation
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… of Medicine has been granted full accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education. LCME, the national … a five-year period during its Feb. 13 meeting. Five years is the maximum possible for a new school receiving its … faculty, residents, staff and students, and expressed his appreciation for the work of numerous stakeholders that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45417
NYT gives first study abroad innovation award to WMU faculty
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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Palmer and Harrison KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two Western Michigan University … Times into an education abroad curriculum. Dr. Jennifer Harrison , assistant professor of social work, and Dr. Timothy … economy by 2020. But at the same time, she notes, India struggles with such challenges as poverty, hunger, toxic air …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/11/50449
Mallinson Institute for Science Education celebrates 20 years of global scientific literacy
College of Arts and Sciences
… at Western Michigan University has championed interdisciplinary knowledge, fostering a legacy of research, … good to think about our past and future.” The institute's mission revolves around advancing global scientific literacy. … standards, the institute has not only met but exceeded this vision. Embracing an interdisciplinary approach, the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74440
Sales and business marketing earns national top program accolades
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Students in the Robert S. Kaiser Sales, Negotiation and Leadership Lab KALAMAZOO, … Home to 320 majors and nearly 1,700 alumni, WMU's program is one of the largest and most renowned in the country. "WMU students consistently excel thanks to the hard work of our faculty, a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61874
Three WMU students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
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… Justin Black received a $3,500 Gilman Scholarship. Black is majoring in public relations and minoring in journalism and will be studying in South Korea. He chose to go to South Korea for its political and media history as well as its culture and environment. Devin Moyer …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39764
Units across WMU donate personal protection equipment to medical professionals
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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jill Weber and Jessica Slates display some of the donated items. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The … more frightening," says Spitsbergen. "We all want to do whatever we can to help." The support isn't going unnoticed. … and staff from the Frostic School of Art have also been digging through their studios to find masks, disposable …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58693
'Book of Mormon' coming to Miller Auditorium
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… Matt Stone —creators of the animated series "South Park," is coming to Western Michigan University's Miller Auditorium … ticket opportunities to all shows, so a season package is the best way to guarantee seats to "Book of Mormon." "Book of Mormon" is the winner of a long list of awards, including nine Tony …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29972
Graduate journal extends submission deadline
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… Graduate journal extends submission deadline Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … written materials as well as images for the fall 2016 issue of The Hilltop Review: A Journal of Western Michigan … has been extended to Friday, Oct. 21 . For the upcoming issue, WMU graduate students may make submissions of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35708
Awards program showcases assessment efforts
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… Mich.—The University Assessment Steering Committee is accepting applications by Monday, March 14 , for its … The individual award, which includes a cash prize, is open to WMU employees who have made a significant … The unit award, which includes a commemorative plaque, is open to WMU academic departments and student support …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30322