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Campus series zeroes in on getting comfortable with uncomfortable conversations
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… on getting comfortable with uncomfortable conversations Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Discussions hosted … in difficult conversations. "It is essential that we become comfortable with being uncomfortable in conversation and learning settings. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61091
Modeling justice and equity featured on the design summer camp drawing board
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… equity featured on the design summer camp drawing board Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sitting at the same … me,” says Babineaux, of Byce & Associates. “That has always been my passion and it is still my goal. My mission with … at local firms, including in leadership roles, can be addressed by supporting young people of color in their …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72541
WMU professors developing prototype to give doctors extra level of protection against COVID-19
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… give doctors extra level of protection against COVID-19 Submitted by Erin Flynn on D. Lai Hsien-yung demonstrates how his aerosol box is used. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The number of confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Michigan … supply not just locally, but globally. A team of faculty members in Western Michigan University's Gwen Frostic School of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58767
Nobel Peace laureate brings message to WMU
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… Nobel Peace laureate brings message to WMU Submitted by Erin Flynn on Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Tawakkol … from across the Great Lakes have met in clubs and classrooms, exploring issues of violence and prejudice and studying …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58403
Array of volunteering opportunities lead to 'eye-opening' experiences
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… opportunities lead to 'eye-opening' experiences Submitted by Deanne Puca on From March through December, students practice regenerative agricultural techniques … years. “This is a great resume builder that students have been able to leverage into future employment opportunities,” …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75863
WMU professor unites health care heroes, Broadway stars to raise spirits and funds during pandemic
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… Broadway stars to raise spirits and funds during pandemic Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Dramatic … medical workers. The Resilient Project , spearheaded by Jay Berkow , director of music theatre performance at Western … from across the country. Participating from emergency rooms, critical care units and even their own living rooms, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59467
$1.5M in grants strengthen WMU's vision rehab and mobility programs
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… strengthen WMU's vision rehab and mobility programs Submitted by Joel Krauss on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two major federal … with state vocational rehabilitation agencies, WMU has been the nation’s largest preparer of vision rehabilitation … to strengthen recruiting efforts and increase the number of highly qualified vision rehabilitation therapists and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55979
Celebration of freedom, 'Black joy' planned for Western community to commemorate Juneteenth
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… planned for Western community to commemorate Juneteenth Submitted by Erin Flynn on Black Graduate Student Association executive board members Devin Wills, center, and Dwight Bennett learn West African dances. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68335
Michigan has minerals America needs
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… Michigan has minerals America needs Submitted by Anonymous … are located in Michigan, although more research needs to be done to better characterize their locations, quantity and quality. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/54012
Students learn of triumph and persistence in life of Walt Disney
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… learn of triumph and persistence in life of Walt Disney Submitted by Deanne Puca on WMU Lee Honors College students at … Mich.—The Disney name evokes nostalgia for many who remember their first visit to the Magic Kingdom, treasured … University students this summer had the opportunity to look behind the curtain at the process and journey of creator …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54752