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Climate crisis causes crescendo of catastrophe

W Magazine

… in some areas of the globe, while others are plagued with extreme drought. An ancient river dries up, unearthing … several areas across the United States. In September, Hurricane Ian roared ashore in Florida as one of the most … weather events come at an increasing cost. Cargo ships can't navigate rivers that have dried up, sending supply …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69852

Prof wins $416,385 NIH grant to involve students in research

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… the National Institutes of Health to conduct research along with her students on the behavioral pharmacology of novel … that provide baccalaureate or advanced degrees for a significant number of the nation's research scientists, but that … look very favorably on research experience of student applicants. Beyond exceptional course grades and GRE test scores, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24634

Anita Hill to kick off new 'Raise Your Voice' speaker series

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… Anita Hill to kick off new 'Raise Your Voice' speaker series Submitted by Anonymous (not … Mich.— Anita Hill , the woman who captivated the nation with her testimony of sexual harassment directed at … and activists to campus. "We think it's an issue that we can and really should be addressing on college campuses and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21125

Student Organizations

Gwen Frostic School of Art

… University chapter of AIGA is to create an affiliation with the national design association AIGA and to provide … and appreciation for ceramic art, as well as interact with the local and national ceramics community. Learn more … at Western Michigan University provides its members with a supportive community that will share technical …

https://wmich.edu/art/immersion/student-organizations

Prescribed burns planned at Asylum Lake Friday, April 2

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… Managing prescribed burns Prescribed burns are done with the cooperation and approval of all necessary local … and the special equipment needed to pull off a burn can be mobilized quickly should the weather be favorable to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63807

Academic Advisor Senior - Retention

Human Resources

… and career guidance. Assists students in connecting with peer advocates, support services, and targeted … to deliver effective developmental advising. Collaborates with student outreach services staff and faculty in order to assist in organizing and facilitating workshops. Assists with developing and monitoring retention plans to ensure …

https://wmich.edu/hr/employees/staff/jobdescriptions/010474

Ethics event focuses on fictional portrayals of legal issues

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… discussion on how fictional portrayals of legal issues can shape public perception of the law will be the … and often subtle depictions of legal ethics issues, perhaps without viewers even recognizing them as ethical issues. … professor in 2006. In addition to teaching, she assists with the West Michigan Defenders Clinic and coaches national …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45482

Sharon Gill Awarded Grant to Study Soundscape

College of Arts and Sciences

… SWMLC) will begin by studying 8. They selected reserves with both grasslands and forests, differing in sizes and … to help others understand how noise affects animals and can filter out some species, which impacts biodiversity. …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/soundscape-grant

Students honored for entrepreneurial innovation

Haworth College of Business

… Wendell Christoff Award for Cluventure, her travel agency with a twist. House of Pariah House of Pariah is a fashion … friendly underwear for men. "I came into Starting Gate with just a vague idea of what I wanted my business to be," … demonstrate a promising idea for a product or service that can be launched within a short period. Starting Gate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46807

Speaker to address today's changing perspectives on gender

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… concrete, easy-to-understand guidance for "not putting your foot in your mouth" around transgender and nonbinary … Both presentations will include an on-stage American Sign Language translator. program The 2017 Respecting Differences program will deal with gender issues that may come up both at work and in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/39114