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Western honors Native American heritage, creates path to deepen connections with tribal communities
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… path to deepen connections with tribal communities Submitted by Erin Flynn on Laura Moss, left, a groundskeeper in Landscape Services, has cultivated the Native American Bed outside Floyd Hall. She helped Dr. Dee Sherwood, right, … and sweet grass sway in the breeze under the shadow of the obelisk in front of Floyd Hall on Western Michigan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69671
Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in February
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… advantage of global engagement opportunities in February Submitted by Raine Kuch on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … will offer numerous global engagement opportunities in December. Highlights include book clubs, a Diversity and … CELCIS conversation circle, women only —2 to 3 p.m. in the Bernhard Center Global Lounge, hosted by the Center for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/02/51232
Twenty-two incoming students win $50,000 Medallion Scholarships
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… Twenty-two incoming students win $50,000 Medallion Scholarships Submitted … freshmen have won coveted Medallion Scholarships to begin their studies at Western Michigan University this … Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at $50,000 each over …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26024
Acclaimed journalist, WMU alum marks Homecoming as distinguished speaker
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… Acclaimed journalist, WMU alum marks Homecoming as distinguished speaker Submitted by Paula M. Davis on … . The journalist is among CNN's go-to pundits and has been awarded for his commentary by the Online News … stories, a sort of double rite of passage in which he becomes a first-time dad and a college grad on the same day. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19764
South campus transformation moves forward with opening of Arcadia Flats
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… moves forward with opening of Arcadia Flats Submitted by Erin Flynn on Move in begins at Arcadia Flats. Twin sisters Tomi and Tobi Awojobi, … building's 197 units has its own kitchen and private bedrooms. The building is equipped with air conditioning and a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62814
University to honor its top four staffers for 2016-17
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… University to honor its top four staffers for 2016-17 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Four staff members who have made exceptional contributions to Western Michigan University have been selected to receive the Annual Make a Difference Award. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42945
When it rains, it stalls: WMU team studies weather impacts on autonomous vehicle technology
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… studies weather impacts on autonomous vehicle technology Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Zach Asher at the wheel of the test vehicle. Nick Goberville stands next to the vehicle he is using to collect … vehicle. Asher talks with his team inside the vehicle. Goberville collects data inside the vehicle. Courtesy: Paige …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/60422
Empowering Futures already making impact on student success
Empowering Futures
… Futures already making impact on student success Submitted by Megan Looker on Katie Easley, director of student … Alicia Kornowa, director of admissions, both serve as members of the Bronco Promise Work Group. Amy Seth, director of … University Recreation, serves on the Mental Health and Well-being Work Group alongside Dr. Gayle Ruggiero (middle), …
https://wmich.edu/empowering-futures/news/2022/12/70204
Western's thriving campus community returns with promise of prosperous year ahead
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… Western's thriving campus community returns with promise of prosperous year ahead Submitted by Erin Flynn on … Life during Fall Welcome. Fall Welcome ambassadors led a number of activities to help first-year students settle in on … Welcome activities. Valley Dining Center is the place to be for good food and conversation. Bronco Bash celebrated …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69092
Incoming students win $60,000 Medallion Scholarships
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… Incoming students win $60,000 Medallion Scholarships Submitted … freshmen have won coveted Medallion Scholarships to begin their studies at Western Michigan University this … Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at $60,000 each over …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47899