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‘Pay it forward’: Alumnus mentors others to plan for future, helps revitalize local community
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… on February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements and a time to recognize the important role … Jamauri Bogan learned at a young age the importance of having a safety net while also helping others. His mother … class he taught to male athletes at Loy Norrix High School in Kalamazoo. In 2018 while still playing football …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67101
WMU offers summer writing workshops for teachers, kids
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… WMU offers summer writing workshops for teachers, kids Submitted … programs, along with thousands who have been part of in-school professional development seminars. This year, Third … $1,000 in grant money to take back to local classrooms and schools to provide additional training, Holocaust education …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5567
Meet our two new librarians!
University Libraries
… librarian earlier this year. Dylan supports many College of Arts and Sciences programs, including English 1050—the … librarian, and got accepted into Kent State University's iSchool! Micky: I decided to become a librarian when I … in bigger courses. Then as a reference assistant at a law school, I worked one-on-one with law students to help them …
https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/04/two-new-librarians
WMU alumna returns to develop University's community partnerships
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… on Wood KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Kara Wood , managing director of economic development services for the city of Grand Rapids, will join Western Michigan University as … to her alma mater to teach graduate students in the School of Public Affairs and Administration for about two …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55254
Fort St. Joseph offers lectures and open house
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… Fort St. Joseph offers lectures and open house Submitted by Deanne Puca on … between Western Michigan University and the city of Niles, is hosting its annual summer lecture series and … when WMU began conducting its annual archaeological field school at the fort site. Since then, faculty researchers and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53848
Success with interest: Support adds up for accountancy grad
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… bachelor's degree in accountancy and a full time job at one of the largest accounting providers in the nation. … Western Michigan University accountancy alumnus a job offer months before graduation. Not long after he walks … providers in the nation. "One of my goals before completing school was to get enough experience to get a job offer, …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/accountancy-graduate-success-jesus-osvaldo-martinez-jimenez
Scholarships and Student Support
Lee Honors College
… the Lee Honors College, Western Michigan University’s Office of Financial Aid , several WMU academic colleges, the Office of the Vice President for Research and through …
https://wmich.edu/honors/scholarships
WMU United Way launches 2018 campaign with $200,000 goal, children's book drive
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… expected to receive their pledge cards by the beginning of October. President Edward Montgomery announced its goal of $200,000 at a gathering of supporters Sept. 20 . The … the Story." The four overarching goals are to: Improve high school graduation rates, Increase the number of economically …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49280
Degree Works for Students
Registrar's Office
… and completed coursework together to give a complete view of progress toward degree completion. Access Log in to goWMU … monitor your progress online 24/7 Provides a clear picture of WMU degree requirements to help you navigate the most … need to be completed Allows you to estimate the number of semesters it will take to graduate Features What if This …
https://wmich.edu/registrar/students/degreeworks
Child Development and Services
Family and Consumer Sciences
… Child Development and Services This program is offered in-person, online, and hybrid. The family science … major centers on the development of children, birth through school age, and the cultivation of skills, environments, and … of current issues and practices, help you gain valuable work experience, and grow your professional network …
https://wmich.edu/familyconsumer/academics/child-family-dev