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Time to review WMU's winter weather closure policy
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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Michigan weather can change suddenly, with snow or ice quickly building up … events on the University events calendar will be marked as canceled. Areas hosting events that will continue despite a … for best footing on icy walks. For more information on how to stay safe in wintry conditions , visit the Centers …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/50826
A WMU researcher and pond dwellers illuminate the nervous system
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… as "The Leech Guy"—was one of two researchers honored this fall with a Distinguished Faculty Scholar award , the … a leech with the ease of one snatching a gummi worm from a candy jar. But this slimy invertebrate won't just quiver … intricacy. As a scientific researcher, he's interested in how circuits of neurons generate behaviors. He says that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20011
Cybersecurity student finds her fit at WMU
Cybersecurity
… original college plan. “My plan was to transfer somewhere bigger and further away from home after a year at WMU, but I … most excited to learn more methods for securing systems. I can’t lie I am not the best coder, but I am a good problem … given a computer issue or security issue and figuring out how to solve it is one of my biggest strengths,” she says. …
https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2024/09/terry-bbuku-finds-wmu-cybersecurity
WMU students shed light on Kalamazoo's early settlers
College of Arts and Sciences
… certainly make a pleasant spot for a summer picnic. However, there is more that lies beneath the surface—and in this case it’s Kalamazoo’s first Euro-American cemetery. Established in 1833 by early settlers, the … and un-settling of the region,” says Kutzler. Before the fall 2024 semester started, Kutzler and Jason Glatz , maps …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/10/kutzlerhistory3404
Student Spotlight: Ellie Lundy – Leading with Compassion and Communication
Information Technology
… and Communication Submitted by Gary Barton on I’ve learned how to talk to everybody and be more out there and be myself. I’ve met lots of great, amazing people who can help me in the future. — Ellie Lundy, Occupational … Inspired by Family Ellie credits her parents as her biggest influences. Her mom’s dedication to special education …
https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/07/ellie-lundy-it-student-highlight
CEHD students explore India through interdisciplinary study abroad
College of Education and Human Development
… sacred Hindu temple in Darjeeling, India. Students learned how to prepare traditional Indian food. WMU students leading … suicide prevention education with high stress jobs such as farming; environmental efforts such as organic farming, safe … keep reaching for my goals, and gave me confidence that I can reach them. Not only have I made connections in India, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74398
Employees invited to nominate students for 'Who's Who'
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… students for inclusion in "Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges." Nominations are being … will be celebrated at a ceremony in early April. How to submit a nomination For a nomination form, contact …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30104
Candlebox headlines Kalamazoo Greek Festival
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… Candlebox headlines Kalamazoo Greek Festival Submitted by … band Candlebox will be featured alongside traditional Greek fare at the 37th annual Kalamazoo Greek Festival Thursday … its self-titled debut in 1993. The album included the hits "Far Behind" and "You." The band, fronted by Kevin Martin, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7170
Instructor's book honored in 2013 Arab American Book Awards
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… Instructor's book honored in 2013 Arab American Book Awards Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … has won an honorable mention in the 2013 Arab American Book Awards. Hedy Habra , a Spanish instructor, won … reader on a journey as they read about people and places far away and encounter temples and mountain villages, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8522
Grad student who lost sight finds hope in transforming rehabilitation for the blind
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… of getting discouraged, Parsons found hope. "You really can't imagine something until you have no choice but to face … well. "I chose to follow that as an occupation in order to show not just homage to that counselor who made such a big … supervision doctoral program, which he will begin in the fall. "I've realized with a Ph.D. I can affect change at the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64537