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… down barriers for people with disabilities Submitted by Erin Flynn on Margaux Wellman is excited to play Puck in … that I have cerebral palsy, and the first person they see walk on stage is me—whoa! What does that do?" Wellman says. … of disorders that affect movement and muscle tone. When she was younger, she underwent several surgeries and used a …

… WMUx fosters innovative next-level learning Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Western Michigan University … might provide cross-departmental academic benefit? WMUx wants instructors and learners to provide input on potential … spark creative endeavors that speak to those it serves in ways they've never before experienced.  Technology will be …

… In Memoriam, winter 2024 Submitted by Deanne Puca on The following are Western alumni and emeriti who passed away and were reported during winter 2024. Alumni Josephine … 20, 2023 James F. McCarthy, associate professor emeritus of music, July 9, 2023 Thomas F. Piatkowski , professor …

… to uplift migrant and Latinx communities Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jessica Cortes will graduate with a … Concilio, I can really relate to those students because I was a student who struggled. I was in the bottom 10% of my … Activities Board, the celebration featured dancing, food, music and a fashion show. "It was the biggest event that …

… piece wins WMU dance student prestigious choreography award Submitted by Erin Flynn on Midea KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A prestigious award … recorded her testimony from Nassar's trial and set it to music, choreographing a moving piece about her cousin's …

… Duo leading new venture and supporting students along the way Submitted by Cindy Wagner on   “Their mentoring and donation have granted our …

… set as WMU football team heads for Detroit Submitted by Deanne Puca on Send-off planned for 12:15 p.m. Thursday, … The Broncos defeated Toledo 55-35 Friday, Nov. 25, at Waldo Stadium to become the MAC West Division champions for … Oct. 1 win over arch-rival Central Michigan University, WMU was ranked in the USA Today Amway Coaches Poll for the first …

… Bird, she used her talents to educate millions Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From a farm in … most famous block, Dr. Loretta Long has come a long way. Loretta Long (Roy Rochlin/Getty Images) "Since I was a … a career in show business. "I wasn't supposed to pursue music," she told a crowd at Rider University in 2018. "I was …

… see signs of economic recovery amid pandemic Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—COVID-19 upended life as … in, there are signs of hope the U.S. economy is on its way to recovery. Unemployment is decreasing, jobs are being … and investors are optimistic. An employee of international music accessories manufacturer D'Addario & Company helps …

… up for success as future pediatric heart surgeon Submitted by Erin Flynn on Grace Filpi is a proud Lawson Lunatic and … highlights outside of the classroom at Western and will always hold a special place in my heart," she says, noting the … their priorities and interests. She knew medical school was in her future as she was inspired to become a pediatric …