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Breneman tapped to lead WMU government relations

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… tapped to lead WMU government relations Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Breneman KALAMAZOO, Mich.— … enhancing WMU's relationships at all levels of government, with a particular focus on developing proposals and … I'm confident that his experience and expertise working with and for government as well as in the business community …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53922

Long cane research to improve health and well-being of the visually impaired

College of Health and Human Services

… long cane design and cane-use biomechanics. Individuals with visual impairments are more prone to falls and … quality of life. The goal of Kim’s study is to obtain knowledge on how to improve ergonomic design and cane … detect drop-offs and obstacles on their walking paths. With the knowledge obtained from the study, long canes can …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/long-cane-research

Sad News Regarding Michael Braun

College of Arts and Sciences

… specialist in the Department of Spanish. As many of you know, Michael was beloved by his students and colleagues. In … in 2015-16 and will be honored at this year’s convocation with the 2018 Distinguished Teaching Award, the highest … page. Information about funeral arrangements will be shared with unit chairs and directors as soon as we have more …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/braun

Participants volunteer at Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes

Disability Services and Adult Wellness Programs

… & Fishes CDS staff member, Joe Fordney, middle, poses with two skill building volunteers. Participants at WMU … bulk carrots, onions and potatoes. From there, the veggies will stock ten local food pantries in the county as …

https://wmich.edu/disabilitycenter/kalamazoolf

WMU gets $3.2 million to build culture of degree completion, success

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… build culture of degree completion, success Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Beach KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … supportive of student persistence. The work will be done with the input of students for whom the problem of … desire and a responsibility to find and change those things within our culture that still make it difficult for students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19312

WMU Department of Spanish instructor publishes new poetry collection, holds upcoming reading events

College of Arts and Sciences

… The collection of poems weave together personal history with the complex cultural heritage of Lebanon and Egypt. Habra is the author of four books of poems … 2014 and the 2015-16 Excellence in Teaching Award, along with being honored at the WMU Alumni Achievements Award in …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/habrapoetry

Testimonials

Service Learning

… and building more understanding and accepting relationships with others. I feel that we all have an obligation to our … communities – locally, nationally, and globally. Service is not so much about what you do; it’s who you are .  Kylie , … the pillars for me to not only engage in service at WMU but within the Kalamazoo community also. It has also taught me …

https://wmich.edu/servicelearning/testimonials

College of Arts and Sciences adds new STEM, humanities programs

College of Arts and Sciences

… climate change policy, public administration, communication with robots and geography. The arts and sciences offers a broad range of majors, minors, pre-professional pathways, and master’s and doctor programs, providing students with the confidence and adaptability for their best four …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/stem-programs

Geography program earns national excellence award

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… program earns national excellence award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The American … Excellence recognizes geography departments and programs within blended departments that have significantly enhanced … successfully pursue internships, or move into careers with employers in the public sector, such as the United …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54206

Gary Mullen and The Works bring 'One Night of Queen' to Miller Auditorium

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… 'One Night of Queen' to Miller Auditorium Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Gary Mullen and … Mullen won ITV's "Stars In Their Eyes Live" grand finale with the largest number of votes ever received in the show's … Europe, South Africa and New Zealand. 'One Night of Queen' With spectacular lighting and special effects, "One Night of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37600