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Native seed project helps WMU get back to its roots
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… the Western Michigan University community returned to this fall came courtesy of Landscape Services. They readied … seedlings for the Office for Sustainability's Gibbs House farm and Community Garden. These seedlings are used for the … thing to collect, clean, cold-store and transplant them." Going native Among the staffers at the Finch Greenhouse …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54808
Two Broncos tapped to help address racial disparity in COVID-19 outcomes
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… Two Broncos tapped to help address racial disparity in COVID-19 outcomes … for many Michiganders beyond COVID-19." One of the biggest challenges facing the task force is time. The group is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59420
Western researchers land $2.5M grant to accelerate energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles
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… autonomous research vehicle. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Automation is the future of the automotive industry, and Western … Upton calls the grant a "well-deserved boost for WMU's ongoing autonomous vehicle research." He adds, "Yes, climate … energy," Asher says. A computer monitor in the back seat shows the image created by sensors on the front of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64919
WMU, Kalamazoo College partner to provide immersive, collaborative business experience for students
Haworth College of Business
… WMU, Kalamazoo College partner to provide immersive, collaborative business experience for … on their business challenges. Managed by Drs. Doug Lepisto and Derrick McIver , co-directors of Western's Center … Capital ’s downtown office. The partnership taps into the existing leadership and business strategy practicum course, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70561
New name for WMU program reflects commitment to support students' Essential Needs
Student Affairs
… New name for WMU program reflects commitment to support students' Essential Needs Submitted by Kaitlynn … Boot on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's Invisible Need Project transitioned this fall to Essential … or having interactions with students who were struggling, and it seemed at the time like isolated pockets of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73121
Grant funds collaboration to develop Web-based app
Sammons Center for Innovation and Research in Occupation Based Technology
… Grant funds collaboration to develop Web-based app Dr. Ann Chapleau The latest Sammons … using a five-point scale of +2 to -2. It allows for a comparison of scores among multiple subjects with different goals, … valuable opportunity for our engineering students to learn how to apply computer technology to improve healthcare,” …
https://wmich.edu/occupationtechnologycenter/grant-funds-collaboration-develop-web-based-app
WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, April 25
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… WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, April 25 Submitted by … Mich.—Western Michigan University’s Board of Trustees is set to convene at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 25 , in the … and Municipal Employees’ Union. Also on the board's agenda is a personnel report. The meeting will also be accessible …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75449
Employees urged to 'Go West' by finding their own paths of study
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… Employees urged to 'Go West' by finding their own paths of study Submitted … KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University's leadership is urging faculty and staff members to take advantage of their tuition discount benefits by starting a new degree or simply …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8571
WMU Concert Band to perform with Portage Central High School Symphonic Band
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… WMU Concert Band to perform with Portage Central High School Symphonic Band … the Portage Central High School Symphonic Band. The event is free and open to the public. Musical selections include … by John Mackey, "Shine!" by Michael Markowski, and "The British Eighth" by Alonzo Elliott. The University Concert Band …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45970
Performer to present free, public program on diversity
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… Performer to present free, public program on diversity Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—A sociologist and performance artist who uses entertainment to … audience members as well as allow them to experience how to live fully with integrity and respect for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14271