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New medieval book series could captivate public, scholars alike

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… those who agree with Shakespeare that "What's past is prologue," Western Michigan University has a new book … Europe and Australasia, says Dr. Simon Forde , director and editor-in-chief of Medieval Institute Publications. … reviewed. The Public Medievalist in April indicates how this and other small volumes should have wide impact …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40229

Western unveils new public electric vehicle chargers on campus, more than any other Michigan university

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… new ChargePoint electric vehicle chargers on campus. Left to right: Pete Strazdas, associate vice president for … Kalamazoo campuses. A real-time map of campus chargers is available through the ChargePoint app. Chargers are … to engage in meaningful research—in this case, learning how to manage an electric vehicle network." A real-time map …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68042

Speakers tackle opioid crisis, civil discourse, mass violence, more

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… Speakers tackle opioid crisis, civil discourse, mass violence, more Submitted by … spring series will revolve around the opioid crisis and how to prevent addiction. The lecture, "Does Communitywide …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51013

Sales students continue high performance at national competitions

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to perform at a high level at national competitions, finishing fifth in a field of 40 universities competing in this … first and second place finishes in the 2014 and 2013 State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition. A two-month effort … top 10, is a scenario competition in which students act out how they would respond to a given situation. The challenge …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20776

Former trustee's book sheds light on lobbying

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… former Kellogg Co. executive and WMU trustee has published a book that gives readers an inside look at the life … Tiger in the World." He wrote the 154-page book partly to provide practical knowledge about an arena few people are … misunderstood role of corporate government relations and how it affects public policy, with plenty of interesting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20828

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in March

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… aware, and ready to contribute to world knowledge and discovery. To support these efforts, WMU offers global … $2 and $5 for adults. Open to the public. Thursday March 2 Farewell reception—3 to 5 p.m. in the Bernhard Center's … Expo. Free and open to the public. Thursday, March 16 "How to Make Chinese Cities Skilled" lecture —4 p.m. in 1028 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38374

Wrongful Conviction Program changing one life at a time

College of Arts and Sciences

… a crime I didn’t commit," says Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten , director of the Wrongful Conviction Program and professor for the … to prove the innocence of those who were wrongfully imprisoned—and to pass promising cases on to the WMU-Cooley Law … involved with the program has given her a better grasp on how the process works. In addition, "this program gives a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/34861

Governor, honorary degree recipient highlight WMU commencement

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… grants more than 2,600 degrees during graduation exercises in Miller Auditorium. Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder will make remarks during … For more information , including directions to WMU and how to obtain tickets or view the live webcast, visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39580

WMU opens manufacturing lab in downtown Grand Rapids

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… WMU opens manufacturing lab in downtown Grand Rapids Submitted by Paula M. Davis on The Advanced Manufacturing Partnership Laboratory is a … prototyping tools. "The AMP lab is an excellent example of how communities grow stronger when people come together," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49178

Identity, purpose take center stage in WMU Theatre's 'Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea'

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… purpose take center stage in WMU Theatre's 'Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea' Submitted by Erin Flynn on Kemar Williams … Kissed the Sea." The production runs from Friday, Jan. 27 to Sunday, Feb. 5, at the Williams Theatre on Western's … Sea." A collaboration with Face Off Theatre Company , the show follows a young man determined to uncover the truth …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70533