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WMU nursing students lead hospital study that could change future of pressure-wound monitoring

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… prepares WMU student volunteers for their work on the IPUP Survey. Students walk from Ascension Borgess's Navigation … the largest number of student volunteers to date for the IPUP Survey at Ascension Borgess Hospital. Maddie Bees helps … skills and interact with patients while conducting the IPUP Survey. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An innovative effort is underway …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75334

Spring 2015 Make a Difference award recipients to be honored

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… and daily investment of energy and creativity. Up to 15 staff members may receive the award in each of two … committee of their peers from the participating employee groups: the American Federation of State, County and Municipal … Administrative Professional Association and Professional Support Staff Organization. For more information or for a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23061

Why WMU Aviation

College of Aviation

… its fleet of 32 Cirrus SR20 G7, 10 Piper Seminole, 1 Piper Super Cub, 1 Super Decathlon it is home to the largest flight schools in … aircraft fleets in collegiate aviation. These aircraft make up both the fleet used in the maintenance curriculum and the …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/future/whywmu

Southwest Michigan slates 2017 Chávez awards dinner

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… also may pay at the door. Proceeds from the event support seven $2,000 need-based Chávez Scholarships, which go … Ramirez at miguel.ramirez@wmich.edu or (269) 387-4420. Free parking will be available in the Fetzer Center parking … is the Van Buren Intermediate School District, a strong supporter of all members of its local community. The district …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38729

ARC students hold panel discussion on Syrian refugees in crisis

College of Arts and Sciences

… She spoke about her memories of Syria where she grew up. She used to spend much time with her family, which … political opinion and membership in a particular social group. The last basis is constantly evolving, however. For … in 2011, but it serves a far broader cause. As its name suggests, ARC is a WMU student group that is dedicated to …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news-syrian-refugees

Chinese research grants available to faculty

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… accepted for a research and creative activities grant to support the study of Greater China by Western Michigan … members. The deadline for submitting proposals, valued at up to $3,000 each, is Friday, Feb. 13, 2015 . All … to conduct the research overseas. Consumable research supplies. Subject or participant fees. Other direct costs …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19724

NeoVent duo wins innovation prize sponsored by U.S. Patent Office

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… earned five national innovation prizes, is a respiratory support mechanism designed to treat critically ill infants, particularly those … $10,000 Brian Patrick Thomas Award | July 3, 2015 Student-designed neonatal ventilator wins two more prestigious awards …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28697

Week of international activities to focus on health worldwide

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… on WMU's main campus throughout the week, and most are free and open to the public. The observance is being … of the U.S. departments of State and Education. It is designed to promote programs that not only prepare Americans … Nov. 10, and will feature events including the World Cup Western soccer tournament, an international cooking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2743

Visiting artists series celebrates international diversity

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… diversity Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Update, Jan. 31—The Thursday, Jan. 31, event on … at Western Michigan University. Each artist will present a free public talk or performance while on campus. The series … Ruiz is an instructor of theatre arts and resident scenic designer at Penn State University Altoona as well as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4297

Events at WMU and across community slated to honor King

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… anniversary of King's visit to WMU in 1963. All events are free and open to the public. Schedule Thursday, Jan. 17 … experienced member of the Catalyst Project will lead the group through a variety of techniques to overcome institutional … experienced member of the Catalyst Project will lead the group through a variety of techniques to overcome institutional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4076