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Technical skills and personal growth propel student's experience

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Since his very first tour of Western Michigan University,  Jacob Roberts knew this was … to attend the University. Now, equipped with a variety of internships, co-curricular activities and leadership … on campus while exploring the endless possibilities of a career in aerospace engineering. “I thought I was just …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75386

Senior Associate Director Dining Services

Human Resources

… for effective workflow, customer service, and promotion of collaborative teamwork. Provides input and collaborates … Acts on opportunities to advance the participation of dining services in recruitment and retention, expand … business and revenue, and benefit the work and reputation of the University. Responsible for ensuring a safe and …

https://wmich.edu/hr/employees/staff/jobdescriptions/010953

Bouncing back: Re-engaging students with the Libraries

University Libraries

… buzzing with activity and energy from students ready to get offline and get involved on campus. This renewed energy was … enjoy having an in-person experience after a few years of online classes," Steuer says. "[We offer] a hands-on experience that can't be replicated …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/02/impact-report-bouncing-back

How to find out if WMU is closed

News

… and will continue normal operation unless notified in one of four ways: Go to wmich.edu Closing announcements will be … to the WMU Alert system will receive notification of a closure via phone call, text message or both, depending … Feb. 2—A widespread snowstorm closed WMU and many others schools around the state. 2016, Feb. 25—A heavy snowfall …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/43782

Ph.D. student earns teaching effectiveness award

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… All-University Teaching Effectiveness Award is the result of dedication to WMU engineering students and the college’s … approach in education, as well as support from the faculty of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. “The focus of my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67718

How to keep your body healthy during COVID-19 pandemic

News

… WMU’s Student Recreation Center has gone virtual,  offering free classes on their Facebook page with a variety of workout techniques to keep your body healthy and your … don’t rule out an old-fashioned walk to see the beauty of nature, rather than staring at the walls of your bedroom. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58646

Award-winning choreographer to hold open rehearsal

News

… University's campus through Saturday, Oct. 12. As part of her residency, Lamb will be teaching classes all week and … for WMU dance students. She will conduct an open rehearsal of her new piece for WMU from 7 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12 … de Montreal, Gabrielle Lamb worked closely with some of today's finest choreographers, including Mats Ek, Ohad …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10029

Employees invited to apply for summer study abroad program

News

… able to meet with program alumni; Dr. Jane Blyth, director of study abroad and global program development; and Dr. Mercedes Tasende, professor of Spanish. About the program The two-week intensive …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11565

Tips for Success

Mathematics

… Success The Developmental Math Program in the Department of Mathematics at Western Michigan University offers tips for success. Attend all classes. There is an … so that you will be able to accomplish the tasks asked of you when you return to class: Obtain the notes from a …

https://wmich.edu/math/developmental/success

Shirley Ann Lukens obituary

News

… Ann Lukens , a Western Michigan University associate professor emerita of occupational therapy, died June 3 . She was 82. Lukens, of Kalamazoo, joined the WMU faculty in 1972 and retired in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/40914