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WMU introduces new tribal governance certificate

College of Arts and Sciences

… at WMU on April 13 where special guest Bryan Newland, assistant secretary of Indian Affairs in the U.S. Department of … in tribal governance, Western Michigan University is giving students the chance to expand their knowledge of … culture, government and sovereignty while also establishing a closer relationship with the local Indigenous …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71601

A catalyst for environmental justice

W Magazine

… by climate change, and they're impacting vulnerable and historically marginalized communities at higher rates than … say it's time to acknowledge the lasting effects of historically racist policies. For example, a recent study published in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68145

Some campus services on reduced hours during spring recess 2023

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… March 6 , and continues through Friday, March 10 . New this year:  Non-bargaining staff will have an additional … encouraged to call ahead to make sure a particular office is open. Daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 12 ; … . No bus or shuttle service will be available March 3-10 . Visit the busing webpage for more information on routes. For …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70878

Landscape Services plants seeds of stewardship, innovation on WMU campus

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… staff are hundreds, if not thousands, of plants saved by Christopher Jackson —a greenhouse specialist who could easily add seedling savior to his title. … staff inside Finch Greenhouse. "It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say there were 10,000 baby plants generated …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60122

Self-watering planters sow seeds of sustainability across campus

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… Mich.—A planting project with roots in sustainability is blossoming at Western Michigan University. Crews from … carpet and include a reservoir to hold water as well as a moisture-wicking system. David Prellwitz carries one of the … time to get all of the pots and flats ready to go. "The biggest challenge was space or, more specifically, lack of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64318

Michigan Geological Survey receives $14 million in funding

College of Arts and Sciences

… funding surge of $14 million from the state of Michigan. This funding promises to bolster the survey's efforts and lead to … resource management.  "We are excited and grateful that this funding will once again support the survey to conduct …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73664

Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often

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… Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often Submitted by Erin Flynn on [caption] … conversation a step further and talk about anti-bias. She suggests resources for parents such as the conscious kid , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60000

WMU accountancy student recognized with $5,000 scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… me to collaborate with other like-minded students to accomplish meaningful goals and to grow professionally and personally.” Of all his faculty relationships, McCauley’s most influential mentor … Crowe LLP in tax and is beginning an audit internship with PwC this summer. During the academic year, he works as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75871

Connections between engineering and business a win for students

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… finance major with a passion for engineering and racing. He is a leader on the Bronco Racing Formula SAE team and the Bronco Wind Team, both registered student organizations (RSOs) at the College of … are open to all WMU students.  “My experience at Western is one of opportunities that allowed me to utilize my skills …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75143

Nobel Peace Prize winner gives public talk Friday

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… University campus. The talk, "Voices on the Margins," is the 10th anniversary Nobel public address sponsored by … her books and have them available for purchase. The event is open to the public with a suggested donation of $10 for those in groups of 10 or more, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/344