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College of Arts and Sciences adds new STEM, humanities programs
College of Arts and Sciences
… a broad range of majors, minors, pre-professional pathways, and master’s and doctor programs, providing students … program provides professional training and scientific background to address challenges arising from the … in partnership with Aquinas College, is offering a new way for students to earn their degrees in history. Students …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/stem-humanities-programs
Forces of trauma and resiliency next up in WMU Ethics Center talk
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… impact of secondary trauma, grief and building resiliency. Scientific research on the impact of trauma on the brain is … both change the physiology of the brain and create new pathways that can significantly alter perception, belief and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19091
WMU choirs present A Choral Christmas
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… ; Collegium Musicum, conducted by Ahmed Anzaldúa ; and Gold Company, directed by Greg Jasperse . Members of the Campus Choir, directed by Kristina Riewaldt and Joel Snyder , will join the Holiday Grand Chorus …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28730
Psychology Alumnus Receives Teaching Excellence Award
College of Arts and Sciences
… Psychology Alumnus Receives Teaching Excellence Award Department of Psychology alumnus Dr. Sean Laraway '03 received the Teaching Excellence Award by the … Seek ever-increasing levels of responsibility. Read as many scientific articles as you can and take notes. Get to know …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/laraway
Western honors Native American heritage, creates path to deepen connections with tribal communities
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… American ceremonies. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sage and sweet grass sway in the breeze under the shadow of the obelisk in front … and it's kind of cleansing … to keep good energy." "It's a way to start activities, events or conversations in a good … American Heritage Fund to bring Billy Mills , Olympic gold medalist, Ogala Lakota elder, veteran and author, to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69671
Six to be feted as top staffers for spring 2018
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… 2018 recipients of WMU's Semiannual Make a Difference Award . Only members of the nonfaculty workforce of more than … 1,800 people are eligible to receive the accolade. Spring award recipients Laura Cornish , dance production supervisor, … Haenicke Institute for Global Education Make a Difference Awards Program The Make a Difference Award Program is a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46168
Trombone student captures international win in Paris
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… won a trombone valued in excess of $4,000. In Paris, Bowman was in the rare position of having earned a finalist slot in … Trombone Competition for jazz players up to age 25, but was edged out in that event by a student from the Paris … symphonic band, trombone choir, Latin jazz ensemble and Gold Company. He often performs locally at New Year's Fest, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/960
Community celebration for Sangren and other projects set
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… by the Bronco Marching Band, a reception and self-guided walking tours, with knowledgeable guides stationed at each … The $60 million, four-story, 230,000-square-foot building was ready in time for fall classes. Funded by the state of … designed and built with the goal of achieving LEED gold certification, Sangren Hall’s architect was SHW Group …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1653
Candidates announced for 2013 Make a Difference annual awards
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… Candidates announced for 2013 Make a Difference annual awards Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The award committee invites additional comments in support of any of the semi-annual award winners. KALAMAZOO—The Make a Difference selection …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6857
Report details successful first year in implementing WMU strategic plan
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… to achieve those goals. Initiatives implemented or underway during the first year ranged from work by an individual … sustainability practices. WMU's strategic plan was approved by the Board of Trustees in December 2011, … the planning document, which is known on campus as the "Gold Standard," serves as a guide for decision making, a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8969