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WMU is again home to Michigan Geographic Bee
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… where he or she will experience geography firsthand through up-close encounters with the islands' unique wildlife and … using materials prepared by the society. The contest is designed to encourage teachers to include geography in their … to inspire people to care about the planet, the member-supported society offers a community for members to get …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14886
Empowering undergraduate students with research internships
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… filtration. Read more about Nore's research. Finding a way to protect users, Jin Park is applying machine-code … of chaotic systems. Referred to as one of the most significant recent scientific concepts by the bestselling … D1 feeling but on a smaller scale which has worked out way better for me.” Ransomware sleuth: Jin Park, computer …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/10/undergrad-research
Ethics Center lectures start in February
Study of Ethics in Society
… new directions for conceptualizing this relationship. Next up is a talk on March 15 at 2 p.m. in 1303 Dunbar Hall by … is explaining how a variety of scholars have made significant contributions to the study of virtue and … of WMUx’s AI@WMU event series. Vallor argues that the best way to think of AI is as a mirror, rather than a mind. When …
https://wmich.edu/ethics/news/2025/02/ethics-lectures-spring-2025
Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in September
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… by WMU's Haenicke Institute for Global Education. Sign up for weekly update September 2017 opportunities … for public affairs. Cost is $15; open to the public. Tibetan Buddhist meditation and study group —7:15 to 8:30 p.m. … by Western Michigan Jewel Heart. Explore in a practical way the practices associated with Tibetan Buddhism, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42183
Through community partnerships, Western professor highlights history of African American Muslims in Detroit
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… publication featuring oral histories. In addition to support from the Pillars Fund , an organization that … Religion called "vital, so that Americans new and old can better understand the unique history of African American … important historic center for the Nation of Islam." "It's a way to raise public understanding and awareness of the ways …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64682
Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in May
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… by WMU's Haenicke Institute for Global Education. sign up for a weekly update May 2018 opportunities Tuesday, May 1 … 1758 N. 10th St., Kalamazoo, hosted by Jewel Heart. Learn Tibetan Buddhist meditative techniques including …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46478
City to begin Howard Street sidewalk development project
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… a sidewalk along the east side of Howard Street between West Michigan Avenue and Stadium Drive. Though … lane of traffic will be unavailable for motorists. Driveway access to Western's campus will be open at all times. … currently has no sidewalk. With the creation of a new pathway, the city project will provide a safer and well-lit way …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63696
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo Valley Community College and The Kalamazoo Promise receive $620,000 grant to help working-age students earn postsecondary credentials
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… Adult College Success has awarded a grant of $620,000 to support Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo Valley … their academic and career goals.” This initiative also has significant implications for the local economy. By … university leaders to devise systemic improvements to the ways they serve working-age students. The Center will …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/11/wmu-kalamazoo-valley-kalamazoo-promise-recieve-innovation-investment-award-grant
Art grad ready to help others find healing through her craft
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… As an art therapist, Flanders hopes to help people better express themselves and heal through art. Flanders … instructors really made me think about art in a different way and pushed me to experiment with new things," Flanders … made it really fun and enjoyable," says Flanders, who grew up in Portage, Michigan. "I wanted to be like him and make …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73705
Registration open for summer lifelong learning classes, trips
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… its 2017 summer session. Early bird registration is underway for institute members. Nonmembers may register starting … activities are developed by institute members with the support of the staff from WMU Extended University Programs. … These short-term, noncredit activities are fee based and designed for passionate learners age 50 and over. Scheduled …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39973