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Igniting innovation: A record-breaking year of groundbreaking research

W Magazine

… for carbon capture and storage. He and his colleagues are digging into a new layer of climate science: carbon capture, … games of wheelchair basketball and hockey have students digging deep to master new skills. “It’s been fun, but it’s …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/office-research-innovation-record-breaking-year

Film about young adults, suicide highlights spring lecture series

News

… Two Minds," a journey into the lives of people living, struggling and triumphing with bipolar disorder. She is also the … father's and brother's suicides and has struggled with the "whys" for years, along with the guilt, shame and confusion …   associate professor of psychology. Jan. 31, "13 Reasons Why Not," Dr. Kathy Lewis-Ginebaugh, licensed psychologist, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44658

A future to smile about: Aviation grad on fast track to flight deck

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… smiles are one of the first things I look at. So I thought, why not help people have a nice smile, because somebody … Michigan University alumnus who is now a Delta pilot, suggested visiting his alma mater. Hartzell will remain at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73692

'Choir for Good' sets the stage for students to explore purpose, amplify nonprofits

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… , which was equally awesome as we got to learn more about why she wrote the piece ('Vesper Sparrow’) and how to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63487

Whole Students, Whole Support

Empowering Futures

… to historical perspectives that envision students who struggle as somehow deficient or in need of “fixing.” An … strong and prepare for a strong quality of life. That's why we're developing a comprehensive well-being experience … felt they were better equipped to help a friend who is struggling.  The Empowering Futures Gift is making our …

https://wmich.edu/empowering-futures/support

How to Help Someone You Know Who is Suicidal

Suicide Prevention Program

… warning signs of depression and suicide risk. Research suggests that the majority of people who attempt suicide … or call an ambulance or emergency services. Additional suggestions Be direct. Talk openly and matter-of-factly about … and support. Don't dare him or her to do it. Don’t ask "why." This encourages defensiveness. Offer empathy, not …

https://wmich.edu/suicideprevention/basics/how-help

New Empowering Futures Community promotes exploration, campus engagement at Western

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… and belonging that enhance student retention. It's why the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Housing and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67074

The Velvelettes: A legendary Motown group born on Western's campus

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… needs a name. Street was studying French at the time and suggested Les Jolies Femmes—French for The Pretty Women. The … an uncle who has a recording studio called Hitsville USA. Why don't you come and audition?'" Barbee-McNeal says. The … two singles in 1963, "There He Goes" and "That's the Reason Why," with a young Stevie Wonder playing harmonica. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63261

Business experts predict disruption, shortages, flexibility and inflation in store for 2022

Haworth College of Business

… College of Business and professor of management, speaks to why you may encounter adjusted hours at many businesses, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66267

WMU engineering student excels in the classroom, on the rugby field

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… "I want to do something in aerospace. I don't know why but space has always been a deep love of mine. Hopefully … how my interest could translate into an actual career. He suggested looking into engineering."  Backe works on a design …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53485