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Grad student who lost sight finds hope in transforming rehabilitation for the blind
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… Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Losing his vision has opened Robert Parsons' eyes to a future filled … with purpose and promise. Earning two master's degrees from Western Michigan University, he's become an … well. "I chose to follow that as an occupation in order to show not just homage to that counselor who made such a big …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64537
Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in May
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… art exhibits, family concerts and a performance by the Spanish Harlem Orchestra. Opportunities to get globally engaged … Festival. The Spanish Harlem Orchestra is a two-time Grammy Award-winning salsa and Latin jazz band. Tickets are $65, … International String Competition. Twelve semifinalists from around the world will compete for a chance to win cash …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46478
WMU to honor alumni, Detroit influencers during campus event
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… executive Ronald Hall Sr. , former Detroit Mayor Dennis Archer and entrepreneur Dr. William Pickard . The 2 p.m. … of the Michigan Minority Business Development Council from 1992, to 1998 and later founded Detroit-based … franchise, is co-managing partner of MGM Grand Detroit Casino, and founded Detroit-based automotive manufacturing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42780
Shantytown fundraiser demonstrates need for affordable housing
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… Shantytown fundraiser demonstrates need for affordable housing Submitted by … staged by the WMU chapter of Habitat for Humanity from 9 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Saturday, April 13-14 , on … in computer information systems. "Many of them have no idea how great the need is in our area." Megan Kaiser, campus …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/318
Latest sales win makes WMU most victorious university in national competition's history
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… WMU most victorious university in national competition's history Submitted by Samantha Hooker on Sarah Obermeyer and Ryan Demas competed in the State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition. KALAMAZOO—A team of … A marketing presentation answering the question, "How might a State Farm agent educate and promote a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57501
Joey Pisano scrubs into sales: finds his passion in the medical device industry
Haworth College of Business
… Joey Pisano scrubs into sales: finds his passion in the medical … a place where he belongs during his time at WMU. Originally from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, the Western Michigan … is one thing that makes it so interesting to me. The autonomy within sales is also very appealing because it can give …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/12/sale-business-marketingjoey-pisanomedical-device-sales
Western researchers develop a special boot to save limbs and lives
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… with non-healing foot ulcers. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Diabetes is a national concern, affecting more than one in 10 … dramatically speed up the healing process. The results, so far, are remarkable; initial research at Western shows SenLore's combination of heat and electrical …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64303
Western students partnering with MDOT on pioneering bridge project
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… Dr. Upul Attanayake, Abul Mazumder and Harsha Amunugama visit the bridge construction site in Detroit. DETROIT—The … says Emily Lange , a senior civil engineering student from Whittemore, Michigan. A rendering of the completed arch … construction, installing that system and investigating how the unique concrete being used in the project will …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66486
Your past does not define your future: Logan Stuckhardt thrives at WMU
Haworth College of Business
… Adamski on KALAMAZOO, MI— For senior Logan Stuckhardt from Portage, Michigan, success hasn’t come without its … with some challenging circumstances and had to make decisions that would set him up for a promising future. “My mother and father struggled with addiction and severe …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/09/sales-business-marketing-logan-stuckhardt-thrives
University Theatre releases 2012-13 season lineup
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… (not verified) on Pulitzer and Tony award-winning shows highlight 106th season. KALAMAZOO--University Theatre … Prize-winning "Ruined" and the Tony Award-winning "Kiss Me Kate." Subscription packages for the 2012-13 theatre … compact Shakespeare tragedy explores the boundaries of how far one's temptation and desire will truly take them. "Kiss …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/360