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Generating Buzz: Regulating genetically modified mosquitoes

W Magazine

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Gene-drive mosquitoes are generating a lot of buzz right now. The genetically modified bugs could potentially be used to reduce populations of their malaria-carrying counterparts or make those … at WMU, is working to strengthen the understanding of African government and regulatory officials about the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/57059

National Book Award finalist next up in Frostic Reading Series

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… spring 2017 Gwen Frostic Reading Series. Dr. Jay Hopler, professor of English at the University of South Florida, will read from his works at 8 p.m. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38660

Trustees evaluate WMU president, laud his accomplishments

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… its Dec. 12 meeting, the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees unanimously approved a positive annual … The increase brings his salary to $461,250. As part of their assessment, trustees gathered input from a variety of stakeholder groups, including students, deans, senior …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50809

West Michigan aviation power Duncan among honorees at WMU event

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… verified) on Duncan KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The longtime leader of Duncan Aviation will travel to Kalamazoo this week to accept an award honoring his company's long support of aviation education and its partnerships with Western Michigan University's College of Aviation. Robert Duncan , chairman emeritus of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43582

WMU to break ground on economic-development engine

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… and business development initiative is slated to help kick off 2019. Western Michigan University will begin development of the Business Technology and Research Park 2—BTR 2—in the … the U.S. Economic Development Administration, a division of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The grant will help pay …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50722

Governor, honorary degree recipient highlight WMU commencement

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… Dr. Flores KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two special guests will be part of the celebration Saturday, April 29 , when Western … during WMU's 9 a.m. commencement ceremony, the first of the day's four scheduled ceremonies. Snyder, who has … to speak during graduation exercises at a small number of Michigan colleges and universities each year. In …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39580

Historical novelist snags Light Center research grant

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… Xiong KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Victor Xiong is the recipient of the fifth annual Timothy Light Center for Chinese Studies … currently underway. Xiong, a Western Michigan University professor of history, will use the award to promote a recently …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31707

Born to be a Bronco: finding pride in being a leader

Haworth College of Business

… by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—There are many parts of Holly Jemkort ’s college experience that she has found … been something she has carried with her during the entirety of her time at Western Michigan University. Majoring in … Lancendorfer looked at my portfolio and told me how great of an ad major I’d be. She combined my love for being …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69625

Outstanding faculty, staff members awarded WMU's highest honors

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… Shari Rose, Rebecca Huntley KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Eleven of Western Michigan University's most impressive faculty and … during Fall Convocation. While furthering WMU's missions of education and innovation, these employees go above and beyond to ensure the success of students and colleagues, making campus a better place to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55462

Annual Food Marketing Conference to draw hundreds to Grand Rapids

Haworth College of Business

… by Stacey Anderson on WMU's Food Marketing Conference offers more than 20 sessions on a variety of topics. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—More than 800 industry … is our strongest yet," says Dr. Frank Gambino , WMU professor of marketing and director of the conference. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52391