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100 years later, WMU's famed 'Black Ghost' remembered

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… WMU's first black student-athlete, fought racism on and off the field. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—One hundred years ago, Sam … University's first black student-athlete, struck fear in the hearts of gridiron opponents and racked up scoring … and 1919— taking a year off to join the Army during the World War I effort. The halfback earned a total of 11 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41428

Empowering Futures already making impact on student success

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… Empowering Futures already making impact on student success … the economic barrier that makes college inaccessible for so many. The first recipients joined WMU in this fall semester. … careers.” Especially for first-generation college students, how to successfully navigate the University experience isn’t …

https://wmich.edu/empowering-futures/news/2022/12/70204

Longtime professor, administrator to become new business dean

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… Longtime professor, administrator to become new business dean Submitted by … . Deshpande, a professor of management, has served as the interim dean of the college since July 2016. Prior to … impact on the college, in the community and in the business world at large." Deshpande Deshpande earned his bachelor's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44324

Water quality research and engineering firm is newest BTR Park partner

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… Water quality research and engineering firm is newest BTR Park partner Submitted by … and environmental restoration and is based in two of the nation's most water-dominated states is the newest … work with industry sponsors to find solutions to real-world problems. WMU's Business Technology and Research Park …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43452

2023 Arbor Day celebration honors Western's commitment to Tree Campus designation

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… commitment to Tree Campus designation Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jeff Eckert, certified arborist, and Jeff … part of planting trees all over the country. They have so many benefits to them, it's almost innumerable." Junkins … Jeff Eckert and other certified arborists on campus to showcase the diverse array of trees across Western's campus …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71542

Leading scientists and treatment practitioners slated for Michigan Autism Conference

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… Leading scientists and treatment practitioners slated for … Mich.—Leading scientists and treatment practitioners in the field of autism will share their expertise on the latest … for the mornings of Oct. 12 and 13 . These talks, from world-renowned researchers and practitioners, include: Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/42964

WMU theatre faculty member wins NEH grant

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… WMU theatre faculty member wins NEH grant Submitted by Deanne … of Troy and the Making of the French Nation," explores how theatre, both live and in its documentary afterlife, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39426

Professor's radio show wins award, additional segments to air

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… Professor's radio show wins award, additional segments to air Submitted by Anonymous … of teaching, learning and educational studies, recently won the Excellence in Broadcasting award from the Michigan …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7190

Kalamazoo's commitment to education topic of panel at WMU

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… at WMU Submitted by Deanne Puca on Robb KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The evolution of the Kalamazoo region's commitment to … Western Michigan University. Lee (Photo credit: Encore Magazine/Brian Powers) "Educational Equity: From the 'Kalamazoo … to educational equity means and engage in dialogue on how to map a common future to expand equity and access. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45977

University introduces 'be healthy' social media contest

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… University introduces 'be healthy' social media contest Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Buster supports the #BeHealthyWMU campaign. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A social media … wellness are invited to collaborate with this effort, and many already have been involved in it. For more information …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/28052