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Study abroad scholarship opens world of opportunity for political science student

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… organization through a study abroad experience supported by the Gilman Scholarship. The competitive scholarship program provides up to $5,000 to students who receive federal Pell … gain this experience. They've definitely been one of the biggest supporters for me." Now Lindblade is taking the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69281

International health care experiences put nursing grad on path to career success

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… —exceeded her expectations. "Western had clinicals set up throughout the entire program that would enhance … everything from my book work to real life. And that's been super helpful, because even if you think that you're going … at Western. "I feel like my language abilities have grown significantly because of my study abroad experiences, and my …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/nursing-graduate-2024-commencement-emily-bosak-career-success

Oktoberfest Kalamazoo features food, live music

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… 12. KALAMAZOO—The Vine Neighborhood Association has joined up with local artist collective Double Phelix to put on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9615

Wrenches and Wings: Morgan Boyd’s Mission to Keep Aviation Soaring

College of Aviation

… for a majority of my college career, she made sure I was supported and even checked in with me when I wasn't enrolled … base at the Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field.  The following summer found her interning at … in Aviation Day," career symposiums, or creating projects designed to promote being a mechanic as a professional life …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/07/boyd

Trustees approve retirements of 7 faculty, 12 staff members

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… Board of Trustees at its June 10 meeting. Trustees also signed off on three faculty resignations as well as a change … Staff retirements The staff members retiring are: Diane Briggs , first cook in Burnham Dining Service, 15 years, … Michael J. Brown , custodian in building custodial and support services, 12 years, effective June 27, 2014. David A. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16681

Students to compete for $16,000 Multicultural Leader Scholarships

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… will be measured through essay writing and a group problem-solving activity. Their parents will spend the … that offers academic, social, and professional development support and services to its members. Those supports and … through graduation. Membership benefits include being assigned an upper-class mentor, receiving mid-semester …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13581

Greenhouse staff pushes past glass ceiling for Alice the Agave plant

College of Arts and Sciences

… to follow suit soon. The Agave's spike is already showing signs it is nearing the end of its life. Once the plant … special measures.”  Jackson constructed a protective setup using six-inch acrylic tubing, supported by sturdy lumber, and sealed meticulously with heat …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71874

Students crack code for career success at WMU Cybersecurity Summit

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… cyber infrastructure.   “Western has definitely set me up in a way that is so good foundationally that everything … just as impactful.   “Technology is everywhere, and it’s super important to have these events to network and build … first Tech Jam earlier this year, incorporating a tech startup pitch competition as well as a social engineering …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/students-lead-cybersecurity-summit-2025

Campus Activities Board presents comedian Erin Jackson

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… Card, and $2 without. Erin Jackson has performed stand-up on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Comedy Central's "Live at Gotham," TV Guide Network's "Standup in Stilettos," and The Comedy Factory. Erin was also a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10710

Teacher, influencer joins Grow Your Own program to support multilingual students

College of Education and Human Development

… Teacher, influencer joins Grow Your Own program to support multilingual students Submitted by Chris Hybels on … share things that are hard for me or things that I've struggled with and then other teachers can say, have you tried … own education through Western's TESOL master's program. Designed to prepare educators to meet the unique needs of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75881