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WMU research facility assists in rediscovery of rare mineral deposit

News

… deposit located under two West Michigan counties is set to spark a new multibillion industry in Michigan that will … lies under more than 14,500 acres in the two counties. His company has worked quietly over the past three years to … about those layers available by maintaining extensive online databases and housing the most comprehensive archive …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9197

Seniors take the runway in student-designed accessible outfits

College of Education and Human Development

… and  Mary Johnson Kenny Daniels Ms. Belue Sam Baril, OT doctoral student, and  Barbara Jones KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Dancing … confident in." The Ecumenical Senior Center (ESC) is a welcoming hub in the Kalamazoo's Northside for individuals aged … For more WMU news, arts and events , visit  WMU News  online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73776

Nearly $3M grant will help WMU increase ESL-endorsed teacher workforce

College of Education and Human Development

… (MLs) in Michigan. Dr. Selena Protacio , principal investigator (PI), and Dr. Virginia David , co-PI, both from Western … over a five-year period. Project TEAMS will provide a comprehensive professional development program to 75 … For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69606

Not just an act: Theatre professor takes center stage

W Magazine

… on Kate Thomsen stars in the reprisal of Jeff Daniels' hit comedy, "Diva Royale," at the Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, Michigan. Courtesy: Sean Carter Photography “Her comic timing is a joy to watch and her … home in Daniels’ Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, Michigan, where she’s been involved in several productions—most …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74826

Sky Broncos place sixth in national championship event

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… Wisconsin-Madison. 2019 Sky Broncos The 14-member WMU team competed against 28 other teams from colleges and … Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott, LeTourneau University and the United State Air Force Academy. … For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53529

Western students engage with state legislators at environmental policy town hall

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… Western students engage with state legislators at environmental policy town hall Submitted by Erin … legislators and their aides, presenting their research on community solar and water infrastructure funding. (Courtesy: … about." For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66596

WMU Theatre hosts American Sign Language shadow-cast performance of 'Clue'

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… cast, which brings American Sign Language interpretation onto the stage and integrates it with the play. KALAMAZOO, … because we no longer only function as interpreters; we become performers. We're on stage in costume moving with the … show," he says. "The show hasn't changed for them. Whereas for our deaf and hard of hearing audience, they're …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73296

WMU joins national alliance aimed at developing more inclusive and diverse STEM faculty

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… a three-year institutional change effort to develop inclusive faculty recruitment, hiring and … Dr. Massood Atashbar, professor of electrical and computer engineering, does a demonstration in his lab. Aimed … research. For more news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. Related story WMU among recipients of nearly $1M NSF …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56137

Celebrating and preserving 75 years of ROTC history at Western Michigan University

University Libraries

… Celebrating and preserving 75 years of ROTC history at Western Michigan University Submitted by Sara … studied history during their undergraduate years at WMU and completed master’s degrees in history—Evans at the … they delved into the University archives, newspapers and online sources, poring over records and ephemera to piece …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/04/celebrating-preserving-75-years-rotc-history

Two will be honored at convocation with Distinguished Teaching Awards

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… University will honor two faculty members in the School of Communication next month for being exceptional educators and mentors and demonstrating outstanding dedication in … instructor for two graduate-level courses in communication where we  deal with high-level discussions of quantitative …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19109