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Forces of trauma and resiliency next up in WMU Ethics Center talk

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… the physiology of the brain and create new pathways that can significantly alter perception, belief and behavior that can affect a lifetime. Trauma recovery is dependent on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19091

Why I give: David Lyth

W Magazine

… become one of only six certified globally by the American Society for Engineering Management.   Even in his … Lyths found their way back to WMU.  Diagnosed with brain cancer in 2009, Joyce courageously battled the disease for … and grow professionally,” Lyth says. “My hope is that I can not only help ease the burden of the cost for higher …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69871

Paper produced at WMU could provide clean water for millions

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on An example of how the filter can be used (Photo credit: Folia Water) KALAMAZOO, … be shipping books as soon as they are converted," says Dr. Cantwell Carson , Folia's chief technical officer, who … of our company and our technology." That technology, Cantwell notes, could provide clean and safe water to the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36402

Immersive program aims to empower next generation of science teachers

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… students in the program use is relatively inexpensive so it can be easily replicated in their own future teaching … thousands of students over their career, and if they can excite an interest in those kids in pursuing STEM … from nearby ponds. Both campers and teachers excitedly logged the various macroinvertebrates—such as fly larvae and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64891

Composers, performers on cutting edge of electronic music gather at WMU

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… and learn from world-class faculty. Dr. Christopher Biggs , associate professor of music composition and … and I like to incorporate that into my music in any way I can," Tubbs says. For many, SPLICE Institute is a chance to … in combining live performance with technology. "People who can do this stuff are more marketable. They have more career …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54151

WMU campus United Way campaign returns to ‘make a difference' in our communities

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… racial and economic equity more effectively, and take a bigger role in leading the impact that our individual United Ways can’t do by themselves,” says Sargent. “That makes our … for the outstanding support of WMU over the years. You can see the impact of that support in every program those …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72650

Empowered by freedom after years in refugee camps, Medallion Scholar ready to change the world

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… freedom, it's just amazing. Going from a place where you can't go outside or do anything and right now to be so free … and not have to worry about working so much anymore—it can't get better than that," he says. "I've always thought … go to Western Michigan University and live on campus just can't be more amazing. It feels like I have so much support, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64194

WMU digital marketing professor wins national teaching award by being 'R.E.A.L.' in the classroom

Haworth College of Business

… brings their best work to the classroom so that students can do their best work. And it’s really the innovative … performance as an educator is by the number of students he can help make progress toward their goals. Entrepreneurship … ultimate goal is to unlock students’ self-efficacy so they can pursue their goals with confidence. Audience: Never …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69581

Technology creates new layer of safety for people with visual impairments

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… visual impairments face every day. Generally armed with a cane to identify impending obstacles, Ari-Gur thought there … included in the vest alongside Jacob Peterson. "A cane really only detects obstacles on the ground," says … low-hanging branch in front of them? There are many areas a cane does not cover." The physical stress of constantly …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55553

Film chosen for Grand Rapids festival screening

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… This inspiring story is an example of how working together can change the lives of at-risk youth, and inspire all youth …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45980