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Light Center for Chinese Studies opens guest lecture series

International Student and Scholar Services

… to 5 p.m. in Sangren Hall, Room 3510.  Wallis will explore how four diverse, marginalized Chinese groups: young creatives from rural areas, rural microentrepreneurs, domestic workers and young feminist activists are using social media …

https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/11/globalnews

WMU’s College of Education and Human Development honored with 2025 Friend of FCS Award

College of Education and Human Development

… Fall Leadership Conference since 2023. “It’s a tremendous honor for our college to receive the Friend of FCS … Leah Brinker , MIFCS president-elect, remarked on how the college has supported their mission and FCS. “As … MIFCS members’ classrooms,” Brinker said. “Future educators don’t just learn theory at WMU—they learn the profession …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/michigan-family-consumer-sciences-friend-award-partnership-fccla

New career opportunities take flight in partnership between Western, SkyWest Airlines

News

… in the industry and provide invaluable mentorship and networking opportunities while they're also completing their … for me that could lead to a career in something I love to do." The SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program is designed to help … an already awesome company! I am looking forward to seeing how this partnership will benefit current and future …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70478

Molecular biology lab uses classroom for real-world research

College of Arts and Sciences

… come to mind when you imagine a college biology course. However, this is not what happens in Dr. Todd Barkman 's … biology lab.  “I wanted to bring together the techniques of doing science (in the classroom) and at the same time … student) has individual projects and plans, they’re all working to collect data that will work together,” says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68776

Sculpture artist Harumi Ori creates fiery-hued mural for new student center

WMU Student Center

… inspired by the poem "I am Here" by Japanese poet Michio Mado. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A striking, permanent mural adorning a … depictions of people moving through shared spaces.  Ori’s works possess an urban and modern feel, which the selection … that there is truth to be found in every moment no matter how ordinary it might appear. According to the artist, this …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72374

Theoretical nuclear physicist to receive Emerging Scholar Award

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… outstanding promise to achieve renown in their continuing work. DR. Elena Litvinova  Litvinova joined WMU's faculty in … and a visiting assistant professor at MSU. She received her doctoral degree with distinction from the Bogoliubov … are found at the heart of atoms.  "Understanding exactly how these nuclei are structured and predicting their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55331

Students plan educational event to highlight and combat oppression

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… will have a chance to learn more about oppression and how to combat it during a free program set for Thursday, … speaker will discuss how the Kalamazoo community can work together to combat oppression. Following the keynote … attendees will have an opportunity to physically knock down the Wall of Oppression, symbolically demolishing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3049

Satellite clerk’s office opens on WMU campus to expand election services

News

… other students to cast their ballots as well. "To actually do something that people fought for, you know, I felt like I … about the voting process, including where to register and how to ensure a voter has followed all the necessary steps … Verhil says. "We are molding this nation for the future." "How I vote doesn't just impact me. I want to vote to ensure …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61510

Redefining Normal: Alumni find strength in each other to inspire a new generation

W Magazine

… what that looks like." "I had at least three generations of domestic violence on my dad's side and two generations of … to overcome in their bestselling book, "Redefining Normal: How Two Foster Kids Beat the Odds and Discovered Health, … just months ago. "We maximized every single day. We worked at least 15 hours a day, sometimes more." PRESSING ON …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63818

WMU cybersecurity program receives ABET accreditation

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and potential employers can have ultimate confidence in how the program reflects technical and industry needs.” …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/11/cybersecurity-abet-accreditation