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Redefining Normal: Alumni find strength in each other to inspire a new generation

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to inspire a new generation Submitted by Erin Flynn on Alexis and Justin Black sit together in their new home. … to overcome in their bestselling book, "Redefining Normal: How Two Foster Kids Beat the Odds and Discovered Health, … Program. "For a long time, I felt that I wasn't worthy of going to college," Justin says. "It wasn't until maybe my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63818

Jim Crow Museum curator visits WMU to address teaching tolerance

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… Jim Crow Museum curator visits WMU to address teaching tolerance Submitted by … diversity and race relations. His research has shown that racism can be objectively studied and creatively …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10153

University Libraries awards three customer service ‘KARE’ awards to staff, faculty

University Libraries

… University Libraries awards three customer service ‘KARE’ awards to staff, faculty The University … customer service. Paul Heintz Electronic Resources Acquisitions Specialist Paul Heintz’s deep knowledge of library … was recognized as a “go-to person” with deep knowledge of how libraries work who is “always striving to be better” …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/09/libraries-awards-three-kare-awards

Trustees to act on Cooley affiliation and capital outlay requests

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… Trustees to act on Cooley affiliation and capital outlay requests … (not verified) on The next Board of Trustees meeting is July 18. KALAMAZOO—Meeting in formal session Thursday, … Center , trustees are expected to vote on an administrative recommendation to authorize the use of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8111

Transformational Dunn Decade comes to a close

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… Transformational Dunn Decade comes to a close Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … campus community offers a final round of thanks for what is now known as the Dunn Decade. The transformational Dunn … , will take the reins of WMU when he officially begins his tenure on Tuesday, Aug. 1. His selection as the ninth …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41513

Academic, practical knowledge are key to success for engineering student

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… experience in practical skills that impact engineering decisions. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University … many good teaching moments to engineers. You may learn how to design a part with less welding, how to make bolting … in engine technology, upgrades, improvements, etc. ‘Going faster’ is fun, but it’s more meaningful to understand …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71373

WMU hockey coach to face off in Keystone Series opener

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… WMU hockey coach to face off in Keystone Series opener Submitted by Anonymous … Michigan University's men's ice hockey program will discuss his experience leading the team when he speaks later this

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9481

Open house at Fort St. Joseph to feature food, culture

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… Open house at Fort St. Joseph to feature food, culture Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Historical re-enactors from the 2012 open house … Fort St. Joseph archaeology site in Niles, Mich. The event showcases the year's findings by Western Michigan …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8574

Local candidates in upcoming election to appear at campus forum

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… Local candidates in upcoming election to appear at campus forum Submitted by Deanne Puca on Get … on candidates ahead of voting Nov. 6. KALAMAZOO—The public is invited to meet several candidates for local, state and … Center . Tables will be set up for candidates to display information and speak directly with students. WSA …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2344

Readings to launch new poetry anthology published by New Issues

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… Readings to launch new poetry anthology published by New Issues Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … Lynch, whose books of essays inspired the television show "Six Feet Under." Other critically acclaimed poets … that "assembles a geography of verse out of Michigan's ongoing literary riches." What resulted is an intriguing range …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10069