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Community, campus programs to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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… MLK events Wednesday, Jan. 11 WMU-Kalamazoo Public Schools Social Justice Book Bowl, 5 p.m., Linden Grove Middle … and student research on the role of writers as agents for social change, as well as to promote literacy in students … creation) and Recitation (performance) of another poet's work on the MLK theme. Friday, Jan. 13 Community Reflection, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36802

WMU to celebrate reopening of Grand Rapids Beltline facility

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… educational leadership, family studies, engineering, social work and psychology.  The just-completed project was the … the Grand Rapids metropolitan area. WMU-Grand Rapids gives working adults the ability to continue their education and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26242

WMU, Wayne State team up to improve health of state's foster youths

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… both universities to analyze Medicaid and foster youth casework data in order to track county-by-county utilization. … within 30 days. The interdisciplinary expansion of that work will examine data before, during and after that … outcomes, which contribute to improved educational and social outcomes and prevent problems in later life. For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25272

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in April

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… E. Chávez Committee. The event will celebrate the life and work of civil rights leader César E. Chávez during an annual … and open to the public. Thursday, April 6 "Urbanization and Social Change in Early 20th-Century Xikang (in Tibet), … Tickets start at $55; open to the public. Monday, April 10 "Social Turmoil in Hong Kong: Challenging Chinese …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38968

A Bronco in a Blackhawk – A Salute to Doug Stutzman’s Service

College of Aviation

… majors, Stutzman thought he was initially on a path to work for an airline. As a youngster, he firmly believed that most of his working hours were destined to be up there with the eagles. …  I am essentially free labor to help out as I gain valuable experience before making the full transition out of …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/02/dougstutzman

The Rise of Rochon – Randall’s Aviation Journey and The Power of Giving Back

College of Aviation

… an airline operates," Rochon says.  "I had the chance to work in various flight-operations departments and with some … company.  Once that was over, I needed money so I started working as a departure coordinator for Atlantic Southeast.  … the business.  He says he learned key lessons in team play, work ethics for himself, and personal limits -- especially …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/09/rochon2019

Talk will explore ways ecological principles improve societies

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… Presentation and speaker In her talk, titled "Sankofa & Social Permaculture," Thomas will tie ecological principles … and writer, Thomas co-founded the Black Permaculture Network, has been featured in films such as "The Future of … and directed Pathways to Resilience, a permaculture and social entrepreneur training program that worked with men …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52431

WMU formalizes partnership with Kalamazoo Literacy Council

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… Kalamazoo Literacy Council—formalizes and strengthens the work the two organizations have been engaged in together for … strengthen our efforts not only in civic engagement but in social responsibility and shared prosperity by formalizing … as a second language, health literacy, parent literacy and workforce literacy. It also provides one-on-one tutoring, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66279

Report details second successful year implementing strategic plan

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… Year-end reports reflect the impact associated with work done annually to ensure that the University is learner … a diverse, inclusive and healthy community; and Advance social, economic and environmental sustainability practices. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19412

As “Goodison” as it Gets: Miranda’s Ascension into Aviation

College of Aviation

… trips in eighth grade to check out potential careers really work. Well, not exactly.  For Goodison, a graduate of Loy … moves into the history books.  Helping to pay the bills is working as an "official cheese monger" at The Cheese Lady in … student and -- unintentionally -- taught me how to network with those on similar career paths. Goodison …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/09/mirandagoodison