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WMU student aims to clean up the fashion industry
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… WMU student aims to clean up the fashion industry Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The fashion industry has, historically, been dependent upon trends—anticipating and delivering … reduce the impact the fashion industry has on the planet by being a leader in the sustainable fashion movement. He …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47992
WMU group helps rural Alaskans do their taxes
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… WMU group helps rural Alaskans do their taxes Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Combs, left, and Poole … Part of the point is that they get their withholdings back because their income is so low." He adds that the tax … take place in rural, indigenous villages that can only be accessed by small planes and snowmobiles, or snow …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45953
Grammy winner to perform with jazz and symphony orchestras
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… winner to perform with jazz and symphony orchestras Submitted by Deanne Puca on Mendoza KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Six-time … , 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/2018/02/45260
Emerging Scholar Awards recognize rising stars among Western faculty
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… Awards recognize rising stars among Western faculty Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Whether in the lab, in the air or far beyond Earth's orbit, Western faculty members are blazing trails and inspiring change in their fields …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65743
Multimillion-dollar research center addresses construction challenges
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… Multimillion-dollar research center addresses construction … is busily studying new and creative ways to build better in an age of climate change and other global … facing the construction industry. Their activities are being funded by grants from WMU's Georgeau Construction …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47955
WMU lauded again with Washington Monthly top-100 ranking
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… WMU lauded again with Washington Monthly top-100 ranking Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In … by such publications as U.S. News & World Report and Forbes. The Washington Monthly methodology is designed to rate … three broad measurement categories Washington Monthly has been using since the start of its ranking initiative, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42194
Film about young adults, suicide highlights spring lecture series
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… young adults, suicide highlights spring lecture series Submitted by Deanne Puca on Klein KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A screening … of a spring Lee Honors College Lyceum Lecture series, which begins Wednesday, Jan. 17 , at Western Michigan University. … health programs. Jan. 24, "Depression: Symptoms and Strategies," Dr. Scott Gaynor, WMU associate …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44658
Business college receives naming gift for financial wellness center
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… Business college receives naming gift for financial wellness center Submitted by … provide a variety of services and impactful programs for members of both the greater Kalamazoo community and the campus community. "It has long been my opinion that though we live in the most prosperous …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44734
U.C.-Davis prof to focus on economic impact of immigration in Sichel talk
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… U.C.-Davis prof to focus on economic impact of immigration in Sichel talk Submitted by … free and open to the public. A light lunch reception will be available after the lecture. Giovanni Peri In addition to being chair and a professor, Peri is director of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39251
Barbara Jane Miller obituary
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… Barbara Jane Miller obituary Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … known as Jane or Janie by family and friends. She has been described as a remarkable, self-effacing individual with a passion …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38732