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Alumna helps craft Michigan K-12 fall return-to-learn framework

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… on Angela Blood Starr, a Calhoun Intermediate School District regional school health coordinator and Western … alumna learned back then—particularly goal setting, decision-making, positive self-talk, and social and emotional … on June 30, Blood Starr said she thinks one of the biggest hurdles facing school districts will be continuing to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60219

Lt. Gov. Gilchrist to join WeVote in final push to encourage student civic engagement

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… Lt. Gov. Gilchrist to join WeVote in final push to encourage student civic … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A week ahead of Election Day, WeVote is making one last push to get Western Michigan University … students equipped and excited to vote. The nonpartisan group, which focuses on encouraging civic engagement on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61708

The Division of Student Affairs welcomes two new associate vice presidents

Student Life

… The Division of Student Affairs welcomes two new associate vice … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—After a months-long search, the Division of Student Affairs is excited to welcome Dr. Reetha Raveendran as associate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65674

WMU Theatre hosts American Sign Language shadow-cast performance of 'Clue'

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… Wade holds James Cech during a "Clue" rehearsal. Cech is part of a shadow performance cast, which brings American … candlestick. Or was it Mrs. White in the lounge with a dagger? Regardless of whodunnit, audience members are in for a … says Mark Liermann , associate professor of theatre, who is directing Western's performance of "Clue." "We've had …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73296

Town hall event planned to unveil sustainability survey results

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… for 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 12, in Room 1260 of the Chemistry Building. The meeting will begin with a presentation of the data gleaned from this year's survey. That will be followed by a question-and-answer session. The meeting is free and open to the public. Complimentary …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/312

University seeks public comment on accreditation of nursing program

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… Michigan University's Bronson School of Nursing is seeking input from the general public on its master of … evaluation aimed at continuing its accreditation by the Commission on Collective Nursing Education. The commission, an autonomous accrediting entity, is recognized by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4374

Softball trio named Academic All-MAC

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… Conference team for the third time in the program's history. Tschetter Rousseau Buchanan Tara Buchanan , of … since Mary McCloskey, Laura Steward and Jaymie Voss accomplished the feat in 2004. The first time WMU softball boasted three honorees, it was Kelly Burris, Sheila Poteracke and Cindy Weber who made the 1987 team. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1232

Tickets still available for Demetri Martin comedy show

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… Miller Auditorium. Purchase tickets online now Martin is best known for his Comedy Central show, "Important Things with Demetri … Programs office at (269) 387-2118. Contact: Tonya Durlach April 2, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/205

Campus volunteers needed for Kalamazoo Marathon

Community Partnerships

… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is seeking volunteers to help host several campus water and … in the  Kalamazoo Marathon  Sunday, May 5. No experience is necessary, and the entire WMU community is encouraged to participate, including students, faculty …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52652

Making AI more accessible for people with speech differences

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Hope Gerlach-Houck is on a team working to create voice-activated technology that is accessible for people who stutter. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Siri … order groceries, turn on lights and appliances and even discover obscure facts to entertain our children. But there's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71793