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New class of Medallion Scholars inducted into elite group

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… New class of Medallion Scholars inducted into elite group Submitted by … Valued at $60,000 each over four years, they constitute one of the larger merit-based awards in American higher education. Some of this year's scholars received a WMU Presidential …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/54831

First cohort of product design program sharp on all edges

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… First cohort of product design program sharp on all edges Submitted by … a virtual meet and greet—a risk that landed her in his office. She wasn’t in trouble. With Thaj’s question, the … corporations to round out his degree program. In summer 2020, he engaged virtually with a Stryker Corp. team looking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63900

WMU Board of Trustees approves 2019-20 apartment rate increases

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… WMU Board of Trustees approves 2019-20 apartment rate increases … its Dec. 12 meeting, the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees approved rate increases for on-campus apartments … the project is targeted for completion in time for the 2020-21 academic year. The new housing will offer a variety …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50817

WMU business professors see signs of economic recovery amid pandemic

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… WMU business professors see signs of economic recovery amid pandemic … of America's economic health is the ISM Manufacturing Index. It measures the activity level of purchasing managers … U.S. economy grew every month for 131 months up until March 2020. "So, I think when bad things happen globally or in our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60747

'Overwhelming sense of Bronco Pride' on display at Western Weekend

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… 'Overwhelming sense of Bronco Pride' on display at Western Weekend Submitted by … Elisha Ewing, Opheria Cheng and Alex Kasprzyk show off their Bronco Pride. Dozens of prospective students received a Bronco welcome at Western …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68120

Program celebrates 40 years of supporting "ATYP-ical" young students

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… Program celebrates 40 years of supporting "ATYP-ical" young students Submitted by Deanne … they get older. But Stephanie George knew she wanted more of a challenge in her schoolwork and college was her goal. … and work habits, preparing her not only for the rigors of college but her life beyond college and the workforce. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/67780

Public input will drive creation of WMU transportation plan

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… Public input will drive creation of WMU transportation plan Submitted by Anonymous (not … next month, Western Michigan University will ask members of the public to reveal their vision for the future of campus transportation and mobility. The events will be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52677

Scholar examines role of social media in mass violence

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… Scholar examines role of social media in mass violence Submitted by Erin Flynn on … Center for Internet and Society, will examine the role of hate speech online in the annual Winnie Veenstra Peace … by Western Michigan University's Center for the Study of Ethics in Society . The lecture begins at  6 p.m. Monday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52594

Gov. Whitmer appoints Jon Hoadley to WMU Board of Trustees

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… Gov. Whitmer appoints Jon Hoadley to WMU Board of Trustees Submitted by Megan Looker on Jon Hoadley was … Gretchen Whitmer to fill the vacant seat on the WMU Board of Trustees through Dec. 31, 2024. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Gov. … Gretchen Whitmer today announced the immediate appointment of Kalamazoo resident and former state representative Jon …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67181

Mallinson Institute for Science Education celebrates 20 years of global scientific literacy

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… Institute for Science Education celebrates 20 years of global scientific literacy Submitted by Anonymous (not … championed interdisciplinary knowledge, fostering a legacy of research, education and inquiry. The institute m arked a … 2023, a testament to its dedication in shaping the future of scientific fields worldwide. “Whenever you get to those …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74440