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Linda Lesniak

Mathematics

… week for approximately 45 women in graph theory.  She is currently on the editorial board of several journals.  She also just completed visits to Poland and Mexico, where she gave invited …

https://wmich.edu/math/directory/lesniak

More than 3,000 expected to flock to WMU for Medieval Congress

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on A large audience listens to a presentation during the 2013 congress. … the period, from music to military, maritime and monastic history. The 49th International Congress on Medieval Studies, … hosted by the University's famed Medieval Institute, is the world's largest annual gathering of professional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15598

Grad designs completely online introductory anatomy class

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… vinegar on them to learning how joints and muscles work by dissecting a chicken. Students record their observations, draw conclusions and turn in their analysis. In addition to the hands-on physiology experiments, … including a human cadaver, anatomical models and histology. Paskin says the class was very successful in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4402

Focus, dedication pay dividends as working mom rises to top of data science program

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… Focus, dedication pay dividends as working mom rises to top of data science program Submitted by Erin Flynn … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Learning a new language in a new country is difficult in itself. Combine that with caring for a new … pursuing a graduate degree might not be at the top of your list of things to do. But Lingxiao Sun isn't like most …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62546

Through community partnerships, Western professor highlights history of African American Muslims in Detroit

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… community partnerships, Western professor highlights history of African American Muslims in Detroit Submitted by … Mich.—Although it's the birthplace of the Nation of Islam, a large part of Detroit's Muslim history remains unknown to the general public. A Western …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64682

Aidan Paciorek: Finding a career and community

Haworth College of Business

… had no idea what I wanted to do. Luckily, I had an older sister who had been at Western as a food marketing major. … He has participated in many experiences that have built his capacity as a food marketing professional. In the summer … cross-functionally with multiple departments, as well as his manager who was a research and development chef. After 12 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75082

USAIG: United States Aircraft Insurance Group

College of Aviation

… America’s First Name in Aviation Insurance -- Our tagline is far more than just a marketing slogan – it’s literally true. In 1928, two enterprising pilots developed the idea of offering specialized … to the aviation industry. Working diligently, they established USAIG, an insurance pool composed of insurers …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/jobs/blog/2022/02/usaig

Student-athletes ready to tackle senior seasons

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… student-athletes are giving a glimpse into what it's like juggling academics, athletics and life in general. ENGAGING … shirt senior, football player Justin Tranquill has seen his share of summer training. In fact, it's one of his favorite times on campus. "We have morning lift and run, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54896

WMU ensembles perform for Latvian Association's Centennial Arts Weekend

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… with the Kalamazoo Latvian Association and the Latvian Ministry of Culture at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 25 , in the University's Dalton Center Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public. The concert is part of the centennial celebration of Latvia's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45666

WMU alumna, Beulah Reece, inspires family full of educators

College of Education and Human Development

… Michigan University) in 1934, it was an exceptional accomplishment for a woman who grew up on a farm in Brady Township, … Paul Reece , who would stop by to stoke the fire in his little sister’s classroom during the winter while also kindling a …

https://wmich.edu/education/reece-fund