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WMU offers support to grandparents raising grandchildren

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… WMU offers support to grandparents raising grandchildren Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … "Providing services to both grandparents and grandchildren can be very beneficial and can assist young children in developing skills that will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/57

WMU launches Best Midwestern High School Writing contest

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… WMU launches Best Midwestern High School Writing contest Submitted by Paula M. … is Jan. 10, 2013. KALAMAZOO—Who says kids these days can’t write? Western Michigan University's Lee Honors … for high school students to demonstrate that young writers can display extraordinary talent for the craft. Organizers …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2938

Health care activist, author to speak on health reform act

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… Health care activist, author to speak on health reform act Submitted by … Affordable Care Act is that it shows grassroots politics can still matter," Kirsch says. "It was grassroots activists … With all the money in politics today, organized citizens can still make change." Richard Kirsch As the national …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2820

Summer renovation of Fountain Plaza to feature more green space

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… Summer renovation of Fountain Plaza to feature more green space Submitted … of campus near Sangren Hall is now viewed as the place that can accommodate large-activity gatherings, freeing the … Existing grass and tree plantings will be maintained wherever possible and expanded in some areas. New features …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6842

GVSU, WMU join forces for study of family owned businesses

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… GVSU, WMU join forces for study of family owned businesses Submitted by … stewards. By creating a database of information we can do a better job of monitoring and improving the health … Ottawa, St. Joseph, Van Buren and Wexford. The survey can be found at gvsu.edu/fobi/survey . For more information …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8622

Rise of banned books, consequences and response focus of free talk

University Libraries

… Rise of banned books, consequences and response focus of free … of these campaigns and actions that individuals can take in response. The event is hosted by Western's … censor library materials have increased and that libraries can respond with clear, consistent, and vetted policies and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70404

WMU grad helps combat 'brain drain' with his social startup

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… WMU grad helps combat 'brain drain' with his social startup Submitted by Anonymous … For many, finding a community that meets their standards can be overwhelming. This annual migration also causes … us from even starting." Contact: Zack Zagula and Tonya Durlach July 5, 2018 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47828

WMU public safety set to switch to countywide consolidated dispatch

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… WMU public safety set to switch to countywide consolidated dispatch … contact number—will result in an automated answer that can route calls to an emergency line, to speak to an officer … for attention to facilities needs and nonpolice matters can also be made to a 24-hour automated phone line, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49803

2022 Barbara Rider Colloquium

Rider Colloquium

… 2022 Barbara Rider Colloquium Session descriptions Keynote Session Empathy … well-being and how trauma informed occupational therapists can support individuals in post-traumatic growth and … the Level 1 Fieldwork site at Bethany Christian Services, where students provide treatment to youth living in …

https://wmich.edu/ridercolloquium/2022

University Wind Symphony

Irving S. Gilmore School of Music

… University Wind Symphony Scott Boerma , Conductor The University Wind … in both rehearsals and performances. More information can be found on the University Bands page . Website …

https://wmich.edu/music/university-wind-symph