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Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often
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… empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often Submitted by Erin Flynn on [caption] [/caption] KALAMAZOO, … issues of race and racism with their children. While it can be uncomfortable and daunting, ignoring the issues—especially with young kids—could be even more detrimental. "We've all seen the damaging …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60000
Engineering student's internship builds future while leaving permanent mark on Western campus
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… future while leaving permanent mark on Western campus Submitted by Erin Flynn on Zach Turner stands outside the new … of the canopies of Michigan's forests onto the ground below. It will be a hub of student activity when it opens in fall 2022, and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/66057
Unprecedented cross-campus collaboration leads to streamlined student support
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… collaboration leads to streamlined student support Submitted by Erin Flynn on Student Success Hub will offer … Western. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From career exploration and well-being coaching to academic guidance and financial aid … it a more facilitated, coordinated experience for our staff behind the scenes," says Dr. Edwin Martini , vice provost …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/70934
Mentorship, leadership opportunities open world of possibility for education graduate
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… open world of possibility for education graduate Submitted by Erin Flynn on Breyana Wilson is graduating with a … lives. Breyana Wilson chose Western Michigan University because of the impact her middle school English teacher, … it's Wilson's turn to inspire future Broncos. The soon-to-be education and human development graduate secured a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75463
Theoretical nuclear physicist to receive Emerging Scholar Award
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… nuclear physicist to receive Emerging Scholar Award Submitted by Erin Flynn on Litvinova KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A leading … figure in the field of theoretical nuclear physics will be honored by Western Michigan University as an emerging … different kinds of nuclei that are found at the heart of atoms. "Understanding exactly how these nuclei are structured …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55331
Product design students envisioning future of mobility with Eaton partnership
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… envisioning future of mobility with Eaton partnership Submitted by Erin Flynn on Flying cars. Automated supply … space exploration. The mobility solutions of tomorrow are being dreamed up today at Western Michigan University. … process when I get to sketch out as many ideas as possible before settling on one that will do the job in the most …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59592
Kathleen McHugh Drzick obituary
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… Kathleen McHugh Drzick obituary Submitted by Deanne Puca on Kathleen McHugh Drzick , a former Western Michigan University faculty member, died May 13 . She was 91. Drzick, of Kalamazoo, joined … was professor emerita of English. Services Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 31 , at the Betzler Life …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40244
Higher education leadership alum named president of Dominican Association of Universities
College of Education and Human Development
… Higher education leadership alum named president of Dominican Association of Universities Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Wady Ramírez KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A Western Michigan University alum will be sworn in on Wednesday, Dec. 6 as president of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73267
Area families sought to host international teachers and students
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… Area families sought to host international teachers and students … American culture to international visitors, consider becoming a host family. Western Michigan University is … international teachers and students arriving in August. Benefits of serving as a host family include: Exposing your …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/961
Damali Ayo addresses improving community race relations
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… Damali Ayo addresses improving community race relations Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Ayo KALAMAZOO--Author … "You Can Fix Racism" at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 16 , in the Bernhard Center Ballroom at Western Michigan University. … practical tools for change. A reception with Ayo will be held at 4:30 p.m. at the Oaklands, across the street from …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/305