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LBGT office celebrates 30 years of inclusion, diversity on campus
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… go through academia and get your degree without feeling comfortable with you are," he says, "because (your sexuality) … says Dr. Suzie Nagel-Bennett , associate vice president for student affairs and dean of students at WMU. "Absolutely … to the University's nondiscrimination clause—a giant leap forward for the LBGT community on campus, led by the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56242
Students take third place in national student advertising competition
Haworth College of Business
… due to the high number of collegiate teams competing for the chance to move forward to the finals. This is the third consecutive year … someone who has previous experience working in an agency before taking this class, I can confidently say that the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53330
Outstanding faculty, staff members awarded WMU's highest honors
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… Dr. Brian Wilson, Dr. Matthew Mingus, Bott, Dustin Skaggs, Dr. Willam Rantz (Front row, from left) Dr. Vun … impressive faculty and staff members will be recognized for their work with students and contributions to the … of the type of support that Diana Hernández provides for so many. She is highly respected and cared for among …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55462
Community, campus programs to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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… service, educational programs and presentations. "Kneeling for Justice, Then and Now: As You Choose" is this year's … and to promote literacy in students who are responsible for reading two books and prepare with their coaches and … , 10:50 a.m. , Kalamazoo College Stetson Chapel. For more information, contact Natalia Carvalho-Pinto at …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/50994
Yes, WMU really has a skydiving team
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… Wil Spielmaker (left) and Nathan Kueterman (right) train for the sport. ALLEGAN, Michigan—Blissful. Complete … light airplane at an altitude of 11,000 feet, free-falling for 40 to 55 seconds at a velocity of 120 miles per before … gained sponsorships with several local business such as Maggie’s, Belding Tanks and Young Entrepreneurs of America. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54594
Public input will drive creation of WMU transportation plan
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… will ask members of the public to reveal their vision for the future of campus transportation and mobility. The … from Nelson/Nygaard, a firm recognized internationally for its expertise in the field of campus mobility. They also … of planning projects WMU has embarked on that will transform its two contiguous campuses near downtown Kalamazoo—the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52677
Geography program earns national excellence award
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… Association of Geographers has given its 2019 Award for Program Excellence to Western Michigan University's Department of Geography . WMU earned the award for its Master of Science in geography. The honor was formally presented at an awards luncheon this spring during …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54206
WMU researchers study food consumption behavior during COVID-19 pandemic
Haworth College of Business
… Michigan University marketing researchers are at the forefront of understanding how a pandemic like the novel … help communities and companies in emergency management efforts. Dr. Ann Veeck , professor and acting chair in the … and health authorities, as well as manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers in anticipating how consumers will …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58581
Economics alumna tackling hunger, health issues at Brookings Institution
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… relevant, or more industry relevant, makes you eligible for jobs in nonacademic settings as well." A big draw of … programs that require a longer commitment. Another benefit for Brahma was ability to hit the ground running—giving her … Central Bank—in addition to Brookings—several weeks before graduation. "I had a wonderful experience in the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/57684
Martini to serve as interim associate provost of Extended University Programs
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… Martini KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Ed Martini , associate dean for Extended University Programs, will serve as interim … associate provost of EUP following the resignation of Dawn Fortin Mattoon , who has resigned to pursue other … says Dr. Jennifer Bott , provost and vice president for academic affairs. "Dr. Martini is the right leader to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48932