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A catalyst for environmental justice

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… by climate change, and they're impacting vulnerable and historically marginalized communities at higher rates than privileged populations. … than their white counterparts. It ties the pollution to communities that were redlined—a now illegal practice …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68145

Registration underway for low-cost Chinese culture courses

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… week of May 6 . The low-cost courses are taught by instructors from Beijing Language and Culture University and are open to the public. They are taught in English and offered to adults age 18 or older for personal enrichment, rather …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6650

WMU students test drive new late-night bus service

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Trial period to determine if expanded hours are needed. KALAMAZOO--A … late-night bus service between the WMU campus and Kalamazoo community locations . Late night service on four Metro … and arrival. Late night hours will be monitored for usage and evaluated when the trial period ends March 1. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/64

Michigan mom finds fix for cold, wet winters

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… dryer wasted energy and laying winter gear on the vents took too long, Smoots set out to find something better. And … short hours to get from conception to prototype. Thus her company, KMS Designs Inc. , and its first product, The Green … everyday home, school and traveling needs. This fall, her company will launch two new products that were developed in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47805

Mayo Clinic biologist is at the cutting edge of cancer research

W Magazine

… wear lab coats. Dr. Yogesh Suryawanshi could be on the path toward a cure for cancer. After receiving his doctorate in … the immune system fails to detect and kill cells that become cancerous," says Suryawanshi. "You can genetically … options which can be equally good on their own or can be combined with conventional treatments to make them more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/57078

Bookstore paying cash for used books

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… Bookstore paying cash for used books Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Book Buyback runs through Saturday, April 28. KALAMAZOO--Western … the price: Book must be adopted by an instructor for the upcoming semester Condition of the book Newer editions …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/348

Apply now for visiting scholar and artists program funding

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… is Thursday, April 19 . Applications should be submitted to Dr. Elke Schoffers, program committee chair. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Grant awards, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/306

WMU nets $140,000-plus in energy savings during holiday closure

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… on Van Der Kley lowers thermostats at the Campus Facilities command center. KALAMAZOO—An eight-day winter recess at Western Michigan University came to an end Thursday, Jan. 2 , with offices returning to … tally of energy savings during the period estimated to come in at more than $140,000. Using WMU's sophisticated …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12514

Experiences at WMU serve HR executive well in professional life

W Magazine

… orientation leader. The relationships she forged with incoming students as they passed through the program continued … profound impact on the human resources professional she is today. “I was very quiet and shy, so I decided to challenge myself and do something out of my comfort zone. I applied for, and was fortunate to be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57384

WMU seeking volunteers for Color Run 5K race

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is looking to fill 150 volunteer spots for the Color Run 5K race in … improvements annually by securing volunteer participation. To volunteer, visit  bit.ly/kzoocolorrun17 . Volunteers are … cleanup. For more information , email volunteer@thecolorrun.com. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/39015