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WMU instructor and education students make privacy screens for virtual learning
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… parents purchased dozens of privacy screens kids can set up to block out the background during their virtual classes. … where they're actually teaching as well. They saw the struggle immediately, because half of the students they work … 60 decorated privacy screens to the Friends of KPS Supply Closet, which was created earlier this year to help …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62393
Passion for helping drives family studies graduate's success
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… definitely a place where you can go and thrive." Marin grew up going to Camp Blodgett, then volunteering and working as … education," she says, grateful for her family's constant support on her journey. "So, I'm just really proud, really … made at WMU to the Foundation Scholars program . "The support I've gained has definitely helped me be more social …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62463
Algorithms for life
Research and Innovation
… award grant, is no exception, as it builds on some of the biggest breakthroughs in biological sciences. But what role … or its full complement of proteins. Humans may have upwards of one million. Scientists say both achievements, … in high-performance, high-speed computer algorithms designed to break down big data sets into discernible …
https://wmich.edu/research/algorithms-life
WMU homecoming and Family Weekend events planned
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… hold special pregame tailgates Saturday, Oct. 8, to gear up for the 93rd annual homecoming game, which will pit WMU … Record for most vow renewals in one place, at one time. Couples will recommit in an outdoor symbolic ceremony on the … will include commemorative photo stations, interactive couples' activities, live bands performing romantic hits, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35240
Molecular biology lab uses classroom for real-world research
College of Arts and Sciences
… Plants included in the study ranged from sunflowers to supermarket carrots. “Although (each student) has individual … scientific data have been attained. Students would jump up and down hugging. That’s what it is all about.” As for what is next, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68776
New home for Kalamazoo Autism Center to formally open
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… the Michigan Legislature in 2014, and some of that funding supported the renovation of the KAC's new home. Following the … renovated and will allow the KAC to ultimately serve up to 40 young people ages 2 to 21 who have been diagnosed … the autism spectrum. The center also will provide parent support services and be a resource on all aspects of autism …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34885
August 8, 2016
Registrar's Office
… to identify the CRN or course you want the waiver set up for. For a course, you will need to enter both the … Form and Function) with an enrollment of 290 students. Upcoming Dates August 19—Term ends August 23—Final grades …
https://wmich.edu/registrar/notes-2016-08-08
Michigan Geological Survey receives $14 million in funding
College of Arts and Sciences
… are excited and grateful that this funding will once again support the survey to conduct resource assessments and … 167 of 2011, the scientific functions of the survey were assigned to Western, which was already home to the Michigan … of the MGS and director of MGRRE. “This really is a significant turning point that can lead to impactful …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73664
Crypto-mining student business honored with $10,000 award
Haworth College of Business
… in delivering value to customers. In high school, he designed and sold a clothing line based on student news. “My … others,” he says. And he found the perfect resource to support his entrepreneurial pursuits in college, WMU’s Starting Gate. “The workshops and support from Starting Gate have been pivotal in facilitating …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/72045
Area youths participating in 2016 Asylum Lake Adventure Day
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… nature center and WMU's landscape services department with support from the University's Office of the President. About … hands-on environmental lessons at educational stations set up throughout the Asylum Lake Preserve. Others will act as … participating schools and school districts, with funding support coming from the Kalamazoo Community Foundation and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32040