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Western alumna highlights first-generation Latinx student journeys at documentary screening

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

… Western alumna highlights first-generation Latinx student journeys at … becoming the first in their families to go to college and how the COVID-19 global pandemic and virtual learning … first-generation students,” Martinez said. “I wanted to use my passion and my education to give a voice to Latinx …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72796

Computer science grad finds key to career success at Western

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… Computer science grad finds key to career success at Western Submitted … old when her family moved to Kalamazoo from Cambodia. "My parents wanted to give their kids a better opportunity … with computers and numbers. "It's interesting for me to see how as users, or as humans, we can use programming or coding …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67741

WMU refocuses marketing efforts, updating on-campus communications

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… WMU refocuses marketing efforts, updating on-campus communications Submitted by … that can be expressed clearly, crisply and compellingly. How are we going to do that? Together. And I’m excited to … I am charged with leading us to that undeniable advantage. My role is one of facilitator and convener. I come with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49998

Cold Case Program gains national attention, inspires expansion

College of Arts and Sciences

… Cold Case Program gains national attention, inspires expansion Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on NBC Today Show reporter and anchor Savannah Sellers interviews WMU … to coverage on national and even international television. "My most rewarding experience with the Cold Case Program so …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68777

Pandemic didn’t swallow restaurant industry’s appetite for innovation

W Magazine

… Pandemic didn’t swallow restaurant industry’s appetite for … skipping a beat—even seeing an influx in business. Others, however, would have to reimagine their operations to stay … in downtown areas that depend on foot traffic from people checking out events, which have mostly moved to virtual …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63904

Bronco Innovators Challenge inspires creativity, encourages entrepreneurship

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… Bronco Innovators Challenge inspires creativity, encourages … great to talk to (the mentors)," he says. "They taught us how to bring (our idea) to life, which was amazing." The … in the infancy of her business. "I would like to start my own company one day selling products and tech I design …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72467

Interdisciplinary evaluation program helps WMU alum become energy leader

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Interdisciplinary evaluation program helps WMU alum become … mom of two and I made the decision I didn't want to raise my children away from family, so I came back to Kalamazoo," … to do it well, and it certainly helped me understand how to increase my productivity and efficiency." Brown's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54503

Confronting racism and creating justice take center stage at WMU with book circles, play

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… Confronting racism and creating justice take center stage at WMU … circles discussing bestselling author Ibram Kendi's book, "How to be an Antiracist," a visit and discussions with the … in 1106 Wellborn Hall. Those interested in participating should sign up here or contact the Walker Institute for more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55591

WMU to confer some 2,700 degrees during spring commencement

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… WMU to confer some 2,700 degrees during spring commencement Submitted by Anonymous (not … student is eligible to reserve up to five guest tickets. Should there be extra tickets, students who are … information For complete graduation information , including how to view the live Webcast or obtain tickets or student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6695

Employers to vie for job, intern candidates at spring career fairs

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… Employers to vie for job, intern candidates at spring career fairs … already have registered to participate in WMU's other two showcase events. They are the Science, Technology, … to attend as many career fairs as they wish. Job seekers should review the lists posted online of employers that have …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57421