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Famed composer Legrand awarded WMU honorary degree

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… "bridged the musical styles of European classical, American jazz and popular music." The citation praised Legrand's … event that he was honored to be able to accept the award. "You may call me 'Doctor' from now on," he said. "I'm extremely happy and I will try to go on with my life doing better than I have done so far." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32194

Applications now being accepted for Gibbs House Fellowships

Sustainability

… The program cost is $2,000 and includes rent and utilities, with half due at move-in and half due at the beginning of spring semester. Applications and instructions can be found at wmich.edu/sustainability/opportunities/gibbs … from scenic Asylum Lake Preserve, and will be paid as an hourly student employee at a rate consistent with their level …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38208

LZ Granderson returns to WMU to inspire next generation of journalists

College of Arts and Sciences

… viable and admirable. “I hope students will get a road map, with the understanding that the map as written on a page is … first came to Western while participating in the Michigan Youth Arts Festival during his senior year. He and another … Western experience really prepared him for his career.  “You say certain universities and people’s ears perk up. I’m …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73669

Date sugar is the winning ingredient for nutrition and dietetics students

College of Education and Human Development

… students baked four loaves of pumpkin bread, each with a different variation of date sugar substitute. Loaves … This increase gave student researchers hope that date sugar can someday be used as an alternative sweetener in baking. … The nutrition and dietetics major at WMU equips students with the foundational knowledge needed for a career in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71622

Humanities talks explore 'Truth'

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… this central theme of the humanities. The series begins with two talks Tuesday, Sept. 25 , and others to follow … industry manipulates nutrition science and suggests what can be done about it. Nestle, Paulette Goddard professor, … Alone: The Power and Spirit of Community." March 28: Kevin Young , director of the Schomburg Center for Research in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48836

Panel to discuss genomics and ethics at Ethics Center event

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… and especially in exome, or protein-coding, sequencing within the genome. So the pace of research is growing … not know how best to interpret the practical significance of the results. The panelists will present and discuss … clinical advice. However, in exome sequencing, researchers can also expect to uncover many incidental findings—findings …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13432

Dance group Pilobolus comes to Miller Auditorium

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… Named after a barnyard fungus that propels its spores with extraordinary speed, accuracy and strength, Pilobolus … Awards, Sesame Street, Oprah, 60 Minutes and Late Night with Conan O'Brien. The group has garnered many honors, … Tickets are on sale now and range from $25 to $45. They can be purchased online at millerauditorium.com , by calling …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14933

WMU-Cooley Law School affiliation subject of next Keystone Breakfast

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… The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made at wmich.edu/business/keystone-rsvp or by … Nolan In 2013, WMU entered into an affiliation agreement with Cooley, paving the way for the law school to become the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14212

WMU supply chain program names new director

Haworth College of Business

… leadership experience in demand and supply integration and can pull together the program's resources to strengthen and … lucky that he is willing to step into this new role, and I can't wait to watch his success unfold” says O’Reilly. … presenter at academic and industry conferences. He consults with organizations on enhanced customer experience …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67917

Supply chain student awarded national scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… women enrolled in full-time supply chain degree programs with the opportunity to attend the AWESOME Symposium and the … all years of the program, who are forming connections with each other and gaining career insights through the … connect and empower women in the supply chain field, and I can't wait to see what new opportunities this opens up for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71589