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Climate crisis causes crescendo of catastrophe

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… has led to catastrophic flooding in some areas of the globe, while others are plagued with extreme drought. An … to the 1600s emerged as severe drought evaporated the Elbe River. In Serbia, the Danube's waters receded to reveal Nazi warships sunken in World …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69852

Help select WMU's top four staffers for 2017-18

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Fifteen staff members are in the running for Western Michigan University's Annual Make a Difference Award. Members of the campus community have through Thursday, May 31 , … Make a Difference Award. As such, they represent the best of the best among those who reach far beyond their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46958

Nominate colleagues for spring 2015 staff award

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… a campuswide peer-to-peer program that recognizes staff members for their accomplishments and daily investment of … of 15 people. Those selected for the accolade receive a before-tax $300 prize and a certificate, are recognized at a special reception, and may be nominated for one of four annual Make a Difference awards …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21459

Registration underway for free Chinese culture workshops

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… for two, one-day Chinese culture workshops planned in November. The free workshops are taught by instructors from Beijing Language and Culture University and are open to the … for the Chinese Paper Cutting workshop. She graduated from Beijing Language and Culture University with a master's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19723

Summer camp opportunities abound at WMU

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… of all camps, with new listings added as information becomes available, can be found here . Summer 2014 camps at … registration and $193.65 to $202.50 per child per week or hourly rates for WMU students, staff and community that range … fee. Find more information  here . June 23-Aug. 1— The Upward Bound Program serves low-income and first-generation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14527

Faculty Senate announces leadership for 2014-16

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… 2014-16 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Most members of the board will be serving two-year terms. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Faculty … Board. Except for the immediate past president, members of the board have been elected to serve two-year terms. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18487

Facilities Management units recognized for good stewardship

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… in 1988. The award comes with a $4,000 check that will be used to support the program. One month later, Facilities … and lawn care company properties, sports fields and parks. "Being a steward of WMU's environmental and physical … productivity, improve customer service or otherwise benefit an educational institution. The other 2012 winners …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1239

Jazz performance will feature digital processing and live electronics

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… Jazz Ensemble and composition professor Christopher Biggs will perform at at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24 , in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. The performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. discussion hosted by Dr. Robert White . Tickets are $12 general admission, $10 for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44820

Former development official to discuss climate change's economic impact

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… experts. Dr. Vinod Thomas , a WMU alumnus, will speak beginning at 4 p.m. in 2028 Brown Hall. WMU President … and Policies for a Sustainable Future." Four WMU faculty members with climate expertise will join the author for the … on the developing world. Participating on the panel will be Drs. Paul Clements , professor of political science; Lisa …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42967

WMU, community groups developing plan for local waterways

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… and several environmental nonprofit organizations has been convened to provide input into the plan.  WMU, local … outlines a 10-year strategy on how to increase the use of best management practices, such as green infrastructure.  WMU has been a long-time partner and leader in watershed management. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45863