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Western students call virtual study abroad programs 'a great escape'

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… experience." "COVID-19 has shown us that we are all bound up in each other globally. Right now, both the United States … of various speaker sessions, an international group project and additional culture videos. These have helped … culture to life and have helped us enjoy some of the biggest benefits of studying abroad: relationship building and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63298

Western researchers land $2.5M grant to accelerate energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles

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… energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles. U.S. Rep. Fred Upton calls the grant a "well-deserved boost for WMU's … sensors that are drawing tons of power being fed into a super computer that processes all those sensor outputs and … mile of road, it equates to a very minimal investment and a significant improvement in safety and energy efficiency of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64919

Bouncing back: Re-engaging students with the Libraries

University Libraries

… "One of our most vibrant classes is a theater history group. It's a whole group of extroverts," Steuer says. The … to be happy with 25 students. Two hundred thirty-eight signed up for it," recalls Langan. One of the reasons for … to us because they need help, and we help them. We don't assign grades or do any sort of evaluation. We're a safe place …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/02/impact-report-bouncing-back

Creating a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion

University Libraries

… to explore basic concepts of intersectionality and microaggressions, acknowledge structures that support white privilege and racist systems, and practice vulnerability. To wrap up the series, Safe on Campus training was provided in …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/02/impact-report-dei

WMU Libraries awards nineteen grants for open textbook adoptions

University Libraries

… in December 2019 by the University Libraries, provide support and incentive to instructors interested in adopting … One student commented that "The free textbook provides significant financial relief. It caused me to have a more … The ease of access, low cost and high-quality content are significant benefits to instructors and students using open …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2020/10/oer-grants

Associate professor of literacy studies receives COVID-19 response grant

Special Education and Literacy Studies

… Endowment COVID-19 Response Grant. The grant will fund a design-based research study to provide academic and linguistic support for English learners (ELs) during the COVID-19 … student formative assessments. A key feature of design-based research is that it is situated in a real …

https://wmich.edu/specialed/associate-professor-literacy-studies-receives-covid-19-response-grant

Summer seminars scheduled for WMU teachers

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… asked to register for each day the program runs and to show up each meeting day. Register for a program Multiday … Friday, May 16-19 ; 2033 University Computing Center. Redesign Your Class Seminar—From 9:30 a.m. to noon daily Tuesday … for an online application to join. This program is designed for mid-career faculty and will focus on effectively …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39195

WIDR staff brings home two national awards for Best Radio Drama and Best Faculty Advisor

Student Affairs

… which brings together college and high school media groups from across the globe.  "IBS is an excellent opportunity … out there with their contemporaries and see how it matches up.  "(The conference) gets tons of submissions from around … studies  student  and WIDR general manag er ) and the support of her mysterious new girlfriend, curator and art …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75005

Frontline for relief: WMU team helps small businesses survive COVID-19 impacts

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… many small businesses throughout West Michigan are struggling to make ends meet. From lack of sales to growing … Development Center “Prior to the start of COVID-19, a significant amount of our time was assisting our clients … businesses, she says community members are also taking up the call. “I’ve been so impressed with the outpouring of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58749

A profound partnership

Sustainable Business Practices

… and its citizens when it comes to sanitation and general upkeep of public spaces. Over 70 volunteers, including … touch with paintings of Haworth’s slogan and chair designs. Palmer helped to bring this unique experience … abroad trip. The word of their valiant effort to clean up the city of Bangalore has reached people far beyond the …

https://wmich.edu/sustainablebusiness/parivarthan