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Western community stands in support of Ukraine

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… Western community stands in support of Ukraine Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Michelle … silence at the Campus Flagpoles Tuesday to reflect on the crisis and show support for those impacted. "I think this … collect items for care packages for those impacted by the crisis. "Ukrainians have always been very strong, courageous …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67330

Research shows alarming gap in mental health access for adolescents of color

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… Research shows alarming gap in mental health access for adolescents of color Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Loneliness … the pandemic has pushed youth mental health concerns to crisis levels, yet a Western Michigan University study finds …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63368

French economics professor to address asylum policy in Sichel Series talk

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… French economics professor to address asylum policy in Sichel Series talk Submitted … (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A French professor of economics will examine the refugee crisis and admission quotas when he speaks later this month …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34941

Campus event focuses on working with students of concern

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… Campus event focuses on working with students of concern Submitted by Anonymous (not … convene in a Thursday, Dec. 1, breakfast meeting to explore best practices in working with students of concern—those … that can prevent students from entering a full-blown crisis. Registration required Those wishing to attend the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36586

Western's Carbon Neutrality Committee turning up the heat on climate commitments

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is reinvigorating efforts to respond to and offset the impacts of climate change. … an intersectionality between the pandemic and the climate crisis. "We're in this grand experiment now with each other, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63977

Service and social justice drive student's health care aspirations

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… public health. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From police officer to doctor to pharmacist, Sierra Ward's career aspirations have … "I've always been passionate about so much," says the Loy Norrix High School graduate. As a member of the Merze Tate … Anthony Fauci became a household name. As the global health crisis magnified disparities in access to health care, Ward …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64190

Walker Institute facilitates community book read, discussions about ending gun violence

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… by Western Michigan University's Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations , book groups … Consequences of Urban Violence—And a Bold New Plan for Peace in the Streets" by Thomas Abt . "Both the city and … county have determined that gun violence is a public health crisis, and they've both allocated $1 million to address the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67476

Center for Principled Leadership and Business Strategy launches new podcast, 'The Jungle'

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… Center for Principled Leadership and Business Strategy launches new … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Grab your earbuds, because the Center for Principled Leadership and Business Strategy at Western … 'unknown' are two words we often hear during this current crisis," says Lepisto. "The novelty of this situation raises …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59205

Spark for sustainability earns Western professor national electric vehicle award

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… Spark for sustainability earns Western professor national electric vehicle award Submitted by Erin Flynn … has been invested in the movement for decades. The oil crises of the 1970s fueled his initial interest, leading him …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69761

WMU graduate student awarded addictions counselor fellowship

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… WMU graduate student awarded addictions counselor fellowship Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … Michigan University graduate student has been selected for a coveted addictions counselor fellowship. Princilla … works full-time as a residential care provider and crisis specialist, providing group therapy, medication …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23156