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Alumna is again a finalist in Doritos Super Bowl ad contest

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… for "Road Chip," a quip about a backseat power struggle between a toddler and her dog over the last Dorito chip, … when it just works." History of success Her first venture into the contest was in 2010 when she was assistant director … which Kasprzak is not only a co-director but also an actor, can be viewed at doritosroadchip.com . Online voting for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4341

Breakfast series to feature discussion of WMU Archives

Haworth College of Business

… and Regional History Collections will share insights into the collections and plans, including information about … Treasure." The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made online or by calling (269) 387-6059. Free …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7548

Van Buren hosts WMU to celebrate launch of Grow Your Own partnership

College of Education and Human Development

… launch of Grow Your Own partnership Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Kate LaLonde, associate professor of special … district employees who attend WMU as a participant of GYO can fast track their bachelor's or master's degree in as … education initial certifications. That program developed into the creation of multiple graduate programs that provide …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/72044

WMU launches new entrepreneurship opportunities for students

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… on WMU's Schneider Hall KALAMAZOO—Adding to a growing number of entrepreneurial activities available for Western … a minor provides two paths to entrepreneurship. Students can develop skills necessary for a professional life in entrepreneurship or they can develop skills to enhance their interest in a particular …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15728

Investment, pandemic pivot spur success for genomics company

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… Genemarkers' exponential growth. It's an accomplishment being celebrated by the Biosciences Research and … foundation in the skin care industry before diversifying into clinical genetic testing. The company found itself … From a simple cheek swab, Genemarkers' researchers can determine how a person's genetics influence the way …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64148

Check out WMU’s latest Human Library event Feb. 12

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—She’s been accused of “talking White” and “acting Black.” Of being … judge a book by its cover,” but to instead delve deeper into topics they may otherwise not have had the opportunity … sessions for those interested in being “books” that can be checked out. Visitors, who must present a valid WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57540

Foster youth program seeks mentors for incoming students

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… on WMU Seita Scholars KALAMAZOO--Career mentors are being sought to help guide new students entering into WMU's foster youth support program this fall. Known as the Seita Scholars program, WMU began providing a comprehensive support system in 2008 for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/735

WMU offices closed Monday for Memorial Day

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… services, Western Michigan University offices will be closed Monday, May 27, in honor of U.S. Memorial Day . There will be no classes. Listed below are Memorial Day weekend hours … Portions of a particular building that do not normally go into night setback mode will not go into holiday mode. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7241

University reorganizes admissions area to match recruitment plans

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… recruitment goals that include a dramatic boost in the number of out-of-state students attending WMU. The new … on the road and taking the WMU name farther and deeper into markets we've carefully selected for attention." Curran … "We'll be conducting a national search for people we can train on how to take the WMU message on the road, work …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39446

Recent graduate pursues dream to ignite students' passion for learning and discovery

College of Arts and Sciences

… discovery Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Alberto Cintron-Colon KALAMAZOO, Mich.—When Dr. Alberto … was on a path to becoming a medical doctor. But two years into his studies, a chance encounter with a Western Michigan … to keep doing your work, but experience as much as you can.’”  With that encouragement, Cintron-Colon took …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69137