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Seita Scholars to share stories with Congressional panel

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… Seita Scholars to share stories with Congressional panel Submitted by Anonymous … students who have transitioned from Michigan's foster care system to lives as successful college students will share their stories Monday, July 30, with members of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1096

WMU-led math innovation singled out by NSF for praise

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… (not verified) on Hirsch KALAMAZOO—A mathematics software design and development effort based at Western Michigan … providing ready access to mathematical and statistical software. The Core Math Tools Project involved almost 10 years of … as an NSF Highlight, with information about the software distributed to media, other federal agencies and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3373

Professor wins Google grant to offer game-design workshop

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… and thereby help attract students to computer science careers and to the promising field of game design," says Dr. … on the grant. Ari-Gur's co-principal investigators are: Dr. Pavel Ikonomov, associate professor of industrial … well as at other educational institutions. The virtual labs are computer simulations of the tools and materials of a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6292

GVSU, WMU join forces for study of family owned businesses

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… Evaluating impact on community "Family owned businesses are unique," says Ellie Frey, director of the Family Owned Business Alliance in Grand Rapids. "For example, they are more philanthropic, slower to reduce their workforce in … and at educational institutions alike. Family firms are making a substantial economic contribution to the state …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8622

Western receives grant to aid student retention

Merze Tate College

… of the project to allow for ongoing tracking of lagging indicators. Other Michigan institutions selected for … the University of Michigan-Dearborn. The project’s goals are to:  Expand access and increase success for low-income … a wonderful learning experience for all students. We are excited to begin this work, reduce equity gaps and help …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70763

Doctoral student launches WMU Higher Education for the Justice-Involved program

College of Arts and Sciences

… Photo: Michael Lanka Classes in a variety of disciplines are intended to give students a well-rounded opportunity to … Brown. “That’s going to be a big part of the program. We are unapologetic in that the humanities and liberal arts are not a fancy addition to a college education: they're the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73662

Many WMU offices closed for Independence Day

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… Day. Summer classes will not meet July 4. Listed below are Independence Day holiday hours for select University offices and services. In most cases, offices are closed July 4 and open during normal summer hours the remainder of the week. Faculty, students and the public are encouraged to call ahead to make sure that a particular …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40728

Austin Fahrenkopf flourishes in finance

Haworth College of Business

… in their college journey. Specifically, the professors are very knowledgeable and have the best guidance that often … a great deal of personal and professional experience. They are able to meet you where you are and give you tailored advice for your future,” he says. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75149

Biking for Black Lives Matter: WMU vocal jazz director raising money, awareness to combat systemic racism

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… Lives Matter: WMU vocal jazz director raising money, awareness to combat systemic racism Submitted by Erin Flynn on … participated in a number of long-distance rides to raise awareness and funds for HIV/AIDS and LGBTQ rights in the past … Curwen joined Jasperse's team. "When I think about how we are going to move through this incredibly hard conversation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60200

College of Arts and Sciences faculty earn coveted rotations with federal programs

College of Arts and Sciences

… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—College of Arts and Sciences faculty are thought leaders their fields, and the nation's top organizations are taking notice. Two professors are among talented scholars recently tapped by federal …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68126