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Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in March

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… to thrive as global citizens and professionals in a diverse workplace by encouraging them to be locally oriented and globally competent, culturally aware, and ready to contribute to world knowledge and … March 1 2017 Yomiuri Prize for Literature Reading—an awards reception —4:30 to 6 p.m. in 1035-1045 Fetzer Center, …

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

Fashion startup focused on sustainability wins WMU's business pitch competition

Haworth College of Business

… Soma pitched her idea for a company that makes shirts from discarded textiles. KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A clothing company … the issue of the nearly 16 million tons of textile waste generated annually. The company's shirts are created … due to the use of blood thinners. Third place and an $800 prize went to Rocket Race, a company pitched by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52258

WMU named one of top 100 schools for veterans by Military Times

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… known as the Best for Vets rating. The annual assessment was released Nov. 20. This is the publication's eighth … with all Military Times rankings, Best Colleges 2018 is an editorially independent news project that evaluates the … Office of Military and Veterans Affairs serves more than 800 military-affiliated students and has the largest number …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/44012

New engineering and applied sciences faculty usher in a bright future

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Lachtar, Sang Heon Kang, Heon Park and Jinghao Li are leading research in diverse areas that advance engineering and applied sciences knowledge. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The hallways and labs of WMU’s College of Engineering and Applied … Seven of these newcomers share their research and the ways in which their projects are developing at WMU. New …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/new-faculty

Insomnia prevention device takes first place at annual Pitch Competition

Haworth College of Business

… competition got the team's product off the ground. "It was an incredibly rewarding experience. We all got a great idea of what … process and leaves clothes smelling fresh. Third place, $800, Smart Shot, pitched by Conner Knepley , of Munith, a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39431

WMU student receives prestigious Gilman award to study abroad

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… WMU student receives prestigious Gilman award to study abroad Submitted by Korey Force on Exercise … is among 926 undergraduate awardees out of more than 2,800 U.S. applicants to receive a Gilman Scholarship for the … historically underrepresented in education abroad, including first-generation college students, ethnic minority …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/37664

Travel the world without leaving Michigan at 29th annual International Festival

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… and community members who are also excited to showcase traditional clothing from their home countries. KALAMAZOO, … language and culture. The University enrolls more than 1,800 international students from 96 countries and has many … to aid students in need. The WMU Food Pantry is just one way that students, faculty and staff can join the effort. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45418

Numerous events scheduled to honor military veterans

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… from the University. In recognition of WMU's more than 1,800 international students, major campus events honor … For more information, as well as activity updates and additions, visit the WMU Office of Military and Veterans … , indoor tennis courts, Student Recreation Center, WMU. Walk-in donors are welcome. To schedule an appointment, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28104

Registration underway for the Homecoming Campus Classic race

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… Registration underway for the Homecoming Campus Classic race Submitted by … that day. The Homecoming Campus Classic drew more than 1,800 participants last year. The 5K run is open to people of … five-member teams. It is timed with the Chronotrack B-Tag Disposable system. Participants must use the B-Tag System, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27802

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offers fall classes, trips

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… a trip to Detroit. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Registration is underway for 43 short-term courses and six group trips being … how to use an iPad, quilt, play bridge, and make better digital photos to the ins and outs of estate planning, brain … reservations may be made by calling Stephanie Schmitz at (800) 887-4971 or mailing in a completed registration form …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26769