WMU Walker Institute

Preparing WMU students to live & work in our increasingly diverse society and promoting University-Community collaboration through applied research and service.

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As the director of The Lewis Walker Institute, I encourage all of you to exercise your voices today and get out to vote. If you are a woman, the responsibility is even greater!#womanhistorymonth #weliveincolor #thelew #wevote @westernmichu @wmugradcollege @wmuprovost @WMU_Engage

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This event runs all month! #thelew #toptenhiphop #somethingforeveryone #knowtheledge #weliveincolor

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The mobile museum is Interactive. Stop by and take a picture in front of our graffiti backdrop, scan a movie barcode for more information, or take a peek at book on the music industry! #thelew #weliveincolor @bsuwmu @wmuwsa @WmuSeita @WesternMichU @wmuesports

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Thanks to Mizz Korona and Supa Emcee for traveling to talk about 8 Mile with is tonite! Movie at 8! Thank you to our sponsors... @wmuesports Arena! @wmuwsa @blackartskzoo @LeeHonorsCol @bc_wmu @wmu_cas wmudance… https://t.co/QcH6Ezz3EM

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February will be lit at The LEW! Get your tickets via Eventbrite. Don't miss this epic event! 1 month of entertainment for one low price!
@wmuCAB @wmua @WesternMich @comwmu
@LeeHonorsCol @BlackArtsKzoo @DouglassAssoc
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So...We're back. Tell us how you like the new logo and hashtag #weliveincolor @WesternMichU

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Notice: Neal Conway with the City of Kalamazoo, please note that I was not mocking the mayor's Tweet, I was feeling the same way as I drive by Verberg Park everyday to and from work...As a Black mother/grandmother in Kalamazoo, I have the RIGHT to express what I'm feeling....Mimi

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I'm very sadden by the incident at Verberg Park.

[Bobby J. Hopewell @Hope4Kzoo]

I am sadden by the incident at Verberg Park and the loss of this family. Please pray for those you know that have been hurt by this tragedy.

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Intrepid Professional Women Network is having a Soul Food Cook-Off 6/1/19 to raise funds for the LEAN INN FROM THE HEART Housing Program for women returning from incarceration and military duty. Please support!!

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Making a difference!!!

[Edward Montgomery @Pres_Montgomery]

Mackinac island for Detroit Regional Chamber Policy Conference

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How trauma became a trend in schools????

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@tirreab Yeah baby yeah!!!

[Amy E. Valentine @amyvalentine555]

Thoughts for your Thursday – Do you struggle with students understanding lesson plans? #ThursdayThought #TipThursday

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A Harvard Scientist Commissioned Photos of Slaves in 1850. A Lawsuit Says the University Is Still Profiting From Them. https://t.co/BOk7JeMlhJ via @chronicle

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I just finished Robin Diangelo's book, "White Fragility, Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism." I strongly recommend it to everyone.

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Congratulations to the City of Kalamazoo's Rev. Dr. Martin Luther, King, Jr. Social Justice Youth Award Recipients: Gregory Culp, Kaylana Jones, Emma Knutson, Delores Shackelford, Tanner Luther and Trinity Scott; all photographed with Dr. Lewis Walker.

[Edward Montgomery @Pres_Montgomery]

Remember to get engaged and involved with all the leadership opportunities happening on campus this Spring semester! @westernmichu

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Yes!!! #thatpart