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Student helps theater launch program for visually impaired patrons

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… patrons Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Imagine going to a theater performance but not being able to see why people are laughing or gasping during the show. With the … one performance of every show next season, just as it does with sign language interpretation. "One of our goals is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52232

Two-day fashion show features student designers

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… foundation, and proceeds of this spring's fashion show will go toward Susan G. Komen for the Cure," says Meagan Lyles, … you can," notes Arianna Dykstra, MODA treasurer. "Building up your portfolio is one of the most important things you …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/296

Journalism professor's book examines reporter bias

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… Publishers. Christian contends that although journalists go out of their way to avoid purposeful bias in the news, a … Consequently, her text examines the way humans categorize people, filter information and default to rehearsed … throughout the book. This advice and guidance is coupled with practical exercises that give readers the chance …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/652

University Dames seeking contact information before disbanding

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… a few years later, however, and has been primarily made up of the wives of retired faculty members since then. "It … times have necessitated calling it a day. We want to go out in grand fashion, so we hope to reach as many former … collection holds historical University, regional and local governmental records. One of the largest libraries of its …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5050

Role of Fed in '08 financial crisis examined in Corder's new book

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… "When the financial crisis happened, I thought it would be good time to revisit the Fed, how the crisis affected the … lessons gave Corder a greater understanding of how and why the Fed reacted the way it did. "It was pretty clear and … new lines of business and complex relationships that set up the crisis. Meanwhile, several other factors were …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/674

Management professor discusses sustainability during COVID-19 and beyond

Haworth College of Business

… among customers. They forge strong relations with local governments. When times get really tough, I believe these … will be buying. My advice, therefore, is simply to speak up. Whether that communication is through direct … of community service completed by our students and wonder why this occurs in a business school. However, the vast …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60155

Finding the next best meal: Bartek Scheibe’s road to the food industry

Haworth College of Business

…     “I hope to establish an online cooking brand. The goal of the brand is to create revenue from merchandise, … home accessible through humorous, easy-to-follow videos. “ Why not try out a business idea and see if there is a … are limitless, and having a goal in mind will set him up for success. “The entrepreneurial mindset can be applied …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69901

Winter 2022-23: Time to review Western's winter weather closure policy

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… the winter season just around the corner, this is a good time of year to review Western Michigan University's … operations will continue as scheduled. When the University does close, regardless of the reason, the closure is … canceled. Those who have posted items to the calendar must update the posting to indicate whether the activity will go

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69804

Author, film critic and New Yorker staff member David Denby to visit campus

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… Michigan University. "The Humanities in the Age of Demagoguery" is the title of Denby's free, public talk at 7 p.m. … He is the author of a number of books, including "Lit Up," which is being used at WMU this spring as a reading for … of discovery and, in his words, "a small demonstration...of why literature should be central to the moral, spiritual and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45089

With a mentor by her side, Abbie Meredith is embracing her WMU experience

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… that a traditional, one-size-fits-all environment doesn’t work for its diverse student population with varied … path and gives me insight into what I can expect as I go into industry.”  The College of Engineering and Applied … program has helped me focus on the bigger picture of why I am in school. Mike has helped me understand how …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71514