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WMU Humanities Center puts focus on urban food in presentation

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… to the public. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Growing food in the middle of a metropolis might seem counter-intuitive. But those who … movement, when an expert on growing food in the middle of the city speaks as part of the center's Reimagining Community Speaker Series. Kami …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30961

'Station Eleven' is selection for WMU's 2016-17 book read

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… both the National Book Award and PEN/Faulkner Award. All of WMU's first-year students are required to read the book. Members of the campus and broader communities also are encouraged to … In addition, Dr. Elizabeth Bradburn, WMU associate professor of English, will discuss the book over two …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35228

Consumers, WMU show solar energy commitment with 1-megawatt solar garden

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… Western Michigan University Sept. 16 to mark the opening of its second solar power plant—an 8.5-acre array of solar panels on the University's campus that produces … President John M. Dunn , and other Michigan and University officials celebrated with a ribbon cutting and simulated …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35079

Integrated supply management program ranks No. 5 in undergrad education

Haworth College of Business

… ranked fifth for undergraduate education on a listing of the top 100 universities for supply chain education, … the program was ranked No. 5 for its preparation of professionals in management and No. 2 in purchasing and … given the option to specify other universities or business schools not available in the pre-populated list. Respondents …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30522

Gilman Scholarship winner seeks adventures abroad

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… into his 21 years. The Milford native has taken advantage of co-op opportunities at Detroit-based American Axle and … completed a triathlon, and founded a college council of the Knights of Columbus at the University. Now, the … left for the Netherlands Aug. 28 to study at the Hogeschool Utrecht University of Applied Sciences in Utrecht. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42318

Brain injury association honors WMU professor with education award

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… Brain injury association honors WMU professor with education award Submitted by Anonymous (not … award May 2. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Brain Injury Association of Michigan has honored a Western Michigan University professor with its prestigious 2015 Education/Public Awareness …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/24229

Several internships with same company helped alumnus land job

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… Erin Flynn on A post-graduation activity report reveals 94% of 2018-19 WMU graduates are actively employed or pursuing … Instead, he decided to march to an entirely different professional tune, as evidenced by his work as an engineer for … for STEM subjects, helped lure him away from the idea of becoming a professional musician, he explains. “I love …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58019

Trustees vote to name WMU engineering facility for Elson S. Floyd

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees July 8 voted to name the building that houses … S. Floyd Hall will be the new name for the massive College of Engineering and Applied Sciences facility that was begun … and President Floyd's surviving spouse. Floyd was president of WMU from 1998 to early 2003. He went on to serve as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25452

Web Content Specialist

Human Resources

… a consistent corporate look and feel. Analyzes the use of website content and design. Takes steps as necessary and … the development, integration, format design and release of content from writers and designers. Prepares and … relevant experience. Attention to detail and ability to proofread website content. Desired qualifications Desired other …

https://wmich.edu/hr/employees/staff/jobdescriptions/009814

Fire

Emergency Management

… temperatures over 1,000 degrees in 90 seconds. One breath of superheated 150-degree air can sear one’s lungs. Using the wrong type of fire extinguisher can make matters worse. Approximately 85 percent of the time, it’s the smoke inhalation that kills. Before a …

https://wmich.edu/emergencymanagement/emergency-procedures/fire