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… in political science brought Myanmar scholar to WMU Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thein (left) visitng … in 1974 from the University of Yangon. "My country has been under the official rule of a military junta since 1962 … The justification for that was that government officials believed Burmese Socialism was the only system to study, so …

… short list of schools offering exemplary service to vets Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU is ahead of the … improve employment outcomes for returning service members. An announcement Aug. 12 by the U.S. departments of … of strategies called 8 Keys to Success that are viewed as best practices for serving veterans. The announcement by the …

… WMU launches new effort to advance climate commitment Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … emissions on campus. "Western Michigan University has long been a leader in its commitment to sustainability. This goes back to 50 years ago, when WMU became the first university in our state to establish an …

… WMU social work student ready to make a difference Submitted by Erin Flynn on Khadejah Al Muhaisin is among more … to gain knowledge and skills to practice what I love in better ways," she said in a keynote speech during the School … quickly found a home on campus. Soon, her vision of college being the necessary next step toward certifications in her …

… as working mom rises to top of data science program Submitted by Erin Flynn on Lingxiao Sun, right, works at home … for a new baby, and pursuing a graduate degree might not be at the top of your list of things to do. But Lingxiao Sun isn't like most people. "I wanted to give it a try, because you will never know your potential unless you try it …

… history of African American Muslims in Detroit Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Although it's the … hopes to change that. "For some reason, Detroit has been underrepresented by scholars studying Muslims in … Muslim-American community building in metro Detroit. "I believe African American Muslims have a lot to tell us about …

… social justice drive student's health care aspirations Submitted by Erin Flynn on Sierra Ward is an incoming freshman … have evolved with her life experiences. "I've always been passionate about so much," says the Loy Norrix High School graduate. As a member of the Merze Tate Explorers —an organization that honors …

… individuals for diversity, historical achievements Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Hall of Honor … and National Association of Agricultural Aviation. Members of the 1947 and 1948 Sky Broncos national championship … a Dec. 9 event held on WMU's main campus in Kalamazoo. A number of scholarship donors and the recipients of the …

… mechanical engineering student brings her ideas to life Submitted by Lindsey Haehnel on Mechanical engineering student … Western Michigan University's campus.  “It is difficult to be taken seriously in a male-dominated field as a female, … and outside the classroom.  “I chose mechanical engineering because I wanted to develop an intuition for how to make my …

… Western supports veterans with new Military Ally program; announces Operation Hat Trick … the $2,500 Operation Hat Trick Scholarship on Peek's behalf during the Bronco Military Appreciation football game … Hat Trick Military Scholarship. “I am really grateful to be picked, and it is very humbling,” the veteran from …