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Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often

News

… Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often Submitted by Erin … seen the damaging effects when we don't talk about it, and what happens when it festers and gets acted out in harmful … conversation a step further and talk about anti-bias. She suggests resources for parents such as the conscious kid , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60000

March 12, 2021

Registrar's Office

… March 12, 2021 Fall registration began this week Fall 2021 registration opened on Monday for graduate students. Priority …

https://wmich.edu/registrar/notes-2021-03-12

Sunseeker builds on 30+ years of ‘raycing’ with the sun

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… & Science Museum on Oct. 28, 2023. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—“Racing is spelled r-a-y-c-I-n-g because the cars are powered by sun … involved with Sunseeker during college helped me learn what it takes to be successful in a fast-paced, high-stakes … “My favorite experience with Sunseeker has been learning what the project offers to everyone who encounters the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73445

June 19, 2020

Registrar's Office

… WMU.  Students continue to meet virtually with academic advisors and feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.  The … (e.g., new programs), but  none that should affect advisors working with students. PDF versions of the UG and GRAD … available in mid-August. Explore the catalog Office of Admissions receives recognition for virtual efforts from Volt …

https://wmich.edu/registrar/notes-2020-06-19

November 6, 2020

Registrar's Office

… November 6, 2020 Spring registration is underway Spring course offerings can be accessed via GoWMU or the  WMU Course Offerings   page.  See the registration schedule Virtual commencement planned for December …

https://wmich.edu/registrar/notes-2020-11-06

Authorship and Publication Practices

Research and Innovation

… on making sound choices in the course of authoring and disseminating knowledge. Courses Responsible Authorship and … system . Select Self Registration from the top row after logging in. Additional resources How to Recognize Plagiarism: … 38-43. Waldo Library, General stacks, call number Q1. S35. What is Plagiarism? —A discussion about what constitutes …

https://wmich.edu/research/compliance/ethicscenter/authorship

WMU researchers develop framework for creating more efficient masks

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… and play. But the efficacy of face coverings on the market is wide-ranging—an issue a team of researchers at Western … or make equally effective masks out of other materials. "What we found was that, at least for the ability to remove … just how you actually build the mask," says Durbin. "It suggests there are alternatives to testing the raw materials …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64847

Sunseeker shines as WMU team 'exceeds expectations' at Formula Sun Grand Prix

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… American Solar Challenge KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The future is bright for the Sunseeker Solar Car Project. The Western … start to a comeback for the team, and I have high hopes for what we can accomplish next year," says  Ashley Faulk , an … along the way. It was a huge accomplishment considering what could have been a catastrophic setback for the team …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/07/sunseeker-solar-car-project-2025-formula-sun-grand-prix

September 1, 2020

Registrar's Office

… 1, 2020 Fall semester begins tomorrow; last day to drop/add is Sept. 9 Students may drop and add via GoWMU until 11:59 … to make adjustments after the deadline, departments can assist on Thursday, Sept. 10, until 5 p.m. Courses can be added … programs within the Precollege Office (ATYP, College Day, Upward Bound) also have limited hours and staff may only be …

https://wmich.edu/registrar/notes-2020-09-01

Bronco in the Sky: How WMU Took This Pilot from Jackson to Jet Set

College of Aviation

… Bronco in the Sky: How WMU Took This Pilot from Jackson to Jet Set Submitted by Tom Thinnes on … with all of my certified flight instructors at WMU."  And what he learned from them, he later passed on to those under … of that coin is that I get to travel the country and do what I love to do."   Of course, he says, a plane's …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/08/dillon