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Freshwater science and sustainability program to host international conference
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… Freshwater science and sustainability program to host … held at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel. This marks the first time the international conference has been brought to the … ways in which the creation of a modern market economy and scientific agriculture changed the lives of ordinary women …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40500
'Life-changing' gift: Western student receives hearing aids thanks to collaborative effort
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… effort Submitted by Erin Flynn on Abondance Kibadi is learning to use his new hearing aids. They were made … solutions company Phonak. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Rattling silverware, clanking cups and the pitter-patter of water splashing … it all now at his Dining Services job after receiving some new hardware: high-tech hearing aids. "They make me feel …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65924
WMU orchestral pop ensemble sets sights on big recording project
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… famous Sonic Ranch located on a 2,400-acre pecan orchard near El Paso, Texas. Members of MNOE, which stands for the Mark Niskanen … ' class Entrepreneurship for Composers. The assignment was to stage an off-campus event. Pixley-Fink and Niskanen …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32268
Western Michigan University opens new food marketing hub with $500,000 gift from Meijer
Haworth College of Business
… opens new food marketing hub with $500,000 gift from Meijer Submitted by Stacey Lowis on Meijer presented a check for $500,000 to Dr. Russell Zwanka during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new food … hosts the annual WMU Food Marketing Conference that brings nearly 1,000 professionals and students together to learn …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/09/food-marketing-hub
Maddy Woods: Real sales success
Haworth College of Business
… start appears just over the horizon, Woods is looking forward to the dynamic nature of her chosen field. “What excites me most in sales is the opportunity to grow and learn … sense of accomplishment that comes with this career is incredibly rewarding.” Through her involvement in Bronconess …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/sales-business-marketingmaddy-woodsbronconess
Undergrad experiences fuel alumna's passion for climate policy
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… where she presented research she conducted for the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. "COP was absolutely a moment when I couldn't believe this is … 93% completed at least one experiential education activity—nearly half in organizations like an RSO on campus. There …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/57475
WMU to confer more than 1,800 degrees during fall commencement
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… WMU to confer more than 1,800 degrees during fall commencement Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … fall ceremonies will last about two hours and be geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of … live on a large screen in 1028 Brown Hall, which is near Miller Auditorium. Live coverage, photos All of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29076
Learning and Leading: Global Leaders use their skills to help refugees
W Magazine
… Learning and Leading: Global Leaders use their skills to help refugees … Dykstra, left, and Haley Ritsema explored the desert in Wadi Rum, Jordan, during their study abroad experience with … groves and fishing villages is Moria Refugee Camp, an encampment where some 15,000 people fleeing from war, terrorism …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57378
From Honduras to WMU: Victor Hernandez finds his place
Haworth College of Business
… Andres Hernandez Lagos , Western Michigan University is a home away from home. Originally from San Pedro Sula, Honduras, the … him, creating a strong sense of community in his life. Attending university for the first time is an intimidating …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/10/accountancy-victorhernandez-home-community
On-air pledging starts Oct. 10 for WMUK-FM fall pledge drive
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… Oct. 10. KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University public radio station WMUK-FM will try to "get the story" when on-air … of the drive, the station will invite listeners who became WMUK members to share their stories about how they became … have resulted in the acquisition of such programs as "Wait, Wait … Don't Tell Me!" This year's goal is $175,000. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1863