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Spring ethics series begins with MLK panel presentation

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… Dr. Linwood Cousins , WMU professor of social work and director of African American and African studies. The panel … troubled times, mere interpretation of the world must give way to sustained activity to change the world. The panel's … Age of Demagoguery," David Denby , staff writer and former film critic for The New Yorker, 3508 Knauss Hall. Wednesday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44741

WMU Theatre grad Jack Austin is ready to take his career to the next stage

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… grad Jack Austin will take his final bow on the Miller Auditorium stage at commencement on Saturday, May 2. Austin … and beyond. “I would be happy to be doing any role that I was given at Western, but it’s very cool to be going out … helped him find a way to continue his studies while he was filming in Hollywood.   “ It’s so easy to have Bronco pride …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/04/graduate-success-music-theatre-performance-jack-austin

Kalamazoo celebrates Black Arts Festival

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… Puca on This year's festival runs July 11-17. Photo credit: blackartskalamazoo.org KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Kalamazoo’s … . Schedule Monday, July 11 , Community Empowerment, film viewing and discussion, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Epic Center, … special tributes to Anna Whitten and Dr. Charles Warfield and multi-generational community discussion. Free …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33235

Indigenous hip-hop artist brings new perspective to Western

Office of the Provost

… Indigenous hip-hop artist brings new perspective to Western Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Frank Waln KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Frank Waln , the 35-year-old … In observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day, Waln will host a film and panel discussion for "Pokagon Potawatomi: A Song …

https://wmich.edu/provost/news/2024/09/frank-waln-artist-residence

Martial arts obsession inspires Japanese research focus

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… focus Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Celebration dinner at the hotsprings after waterfall practice Studying martial arts and teaching … sponsors talks and seminars by Japanese scholars, Japanese film screenings and other cultural events, as well as …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/03/martial-arts-research-soga

New event series explores, 'What is a life well lived?'

Study of Ethics in Society

… from a documentary screening to a community conversation to dig into the topic. The first event is scheduled for … is a long tradition in the study of ethics to reflect on ways in which we can become better people and develop better … The tentative program offering includes: Documentary film screening Book club Community photovoice course  …

https://wmich.edu/ethics/news/2024/09/ethics-0

Public invited to read 'Life of Pi,' attend author's talk in fall

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… of Pi," winner of the 2002 Booker Prize and released as a film in 2012. The critically acclaimed novel is starring in … for orientation. Many students and employees will be reading Martel's book over the summer in preparation for events … sinks. A single lifeboat remains afloat on the blue Pacific waters. The only survivors are Pi, a hyena, a wounded zebra, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15540

WMU's New Issues saluted with award, $10,000 grant

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… WMU's New Issues saluted with award, $10,000 grant Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … for Notables." The Michigan Notable Book program will coordinate a series of 50 readings and author visits across the … currently utilizing New Issues titles to teach introductory film students how to engage poetry with this visual medium. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13207

Business speaker to address KSO's anniversary, strategic plan

Haworth College of Business

… The symphony’s 97th season is focused on embracing diversity and change, and features exciting programming … the season, the symphony also will welcome five music director candidates to the podium. Daniel Brier currently … International Society for the Performing Arts and American Film Institute, in addition to his affiliations with several …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44347

Student Diversity Advisory Council

College of Fine Arts

… Student Diversity Advisory Council The Student Diversity Advisory … part of the 2024 cohort of Medallion scholars. Something I want people to know about me that might make them smile is … by They/Them pronouns. I'm majoring in Stage Management and Film, Video and Media Studies. 2 fun facts about me is that …

https://wmich.edu/finearts/sdac