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Founder of engineering firm to speak about sustainable business

Haworth College of Business

… model at 11 a.m. in 2000 Schneider Hall. B Corps are for-profit companies certified by the nonprofit B Lab to meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency. Cascade … certified B Corps in the world, they are widely recognized for business practices that emphasize how business can build …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36524

What People are Saying

CoreKids

… What People are Saying From Students “Thank you for teaching us about rocks and minerals. All that you have … that all K-12 students should have! This was a great way for students to see what opportunities are available in the … Grade level: 8 “Educational, fun, great experience for the kids.” Donna Cubbage, Vicksburg Middle School …

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Area families needed to host visiting international teachers, students

International Student and Scholar Services

… Michigan University is seeking homestay opportunities for visiting international students arriving from Japan in … and two meals daily—breakfast and dinner. The guest pays for all other personal expenses while in the United States. … family selection. Interested families should contact Barb Curley at (269) 217-9094 or @email . More information can be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24734

MSU prof to tackle science literacy as visiting scholar

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… on the topic, "Environmental Science Literacy as a Resource for Democratic Decision-making." His presentation is free … discuss the ongoing challenge of climate change, which will force people to consider controversial changes in their … will play a critical role in preparing future citizens for productive deliberation. Andy Anderson Anderson is past …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22440

WMU football improves to 10-0 and climbs in rankings

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… and No. 21 in the USA Today Amway Coaches Poll. Minutes before the WMU-Kent State kickoff, updated College Football … pulled Kent State's Justin Rankin down in the end zone for a safety and a 23-21 WMU lead. The Broncos followed with … the game away. Franklin broke off a 19-yard touchdown run for his 39th career rushing touchdown, tying Jerome …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36282

Ping Liang

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… of Corporate & Financial Services at Burson Marsteller for the Greater China market, helping Chinese state-owned … private placements. She served as Representative for Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Port Authority to … Asset Management Company in the US, with responsibility for investing American pension funds in international …

https://wmich.edu/global/asia/faac/ping-liang

Overpaid state retirement funds will be used to help pay future costs

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… earlier this year a mistake in how it had accounted for the seven universities' payments. Since 1997, the seven … the schools into the pension fund. The universities were informed over the summer that they would be receiving a refund … return of this money to the University and use it wisely for the future," says Jan Van Der Kley , WMU vice president …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27412

Grammy Award-winning jazz trumpeter to perform on campus

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… Grammy Award-winning jazz trumpeter to perform on campus Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Brecker will perform as part of the School of Music's Jazz Masters Series. … Center Recital Hall. Tickets are $20 general admission, $12 for seniors and $5 for students, and are available from …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21220

Longtime WMU music professor, internationally known composer dies

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… and pianist who taught at Western Michigan University for 43 years, died Oct. 10 at his home in Kalamazoo. He … instructor and Composer in Residence. A world-renowned performer and composer for solo, chamber and orchestral works, … from organizations around the globe. They included: a Guggenheim Fellowship, an award from the American Academy and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19619

Historical novelist snags Light Center research grant

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… is the recipient of the fifth annual Timothy Light Center for Chinese Studies Research grant. He will receive $3,000 … publish a monograph and to help cover production costs of a forthcoming historical novel. About the projects Xiong will … award will be used to help Xiong cover publication costs for his forthcoming historical novel, "From Common to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31707