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Top model, top student: WMU Medallion Scholar slays in the classroom and on the runway

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… It was so much fun!”   Narayan displays her Medallion Scholars medal. (Photo courtesy: Lisa Narayan) Narayan was … discovered Western’s elite music theatre performance program and set out to audition—hoping to land among the … She also earned an interviewed for WMU’s Medallion Scholarship , which is the institution’s most prestigious …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/music-theatre-performance-medallion-scholar-new-york-fashion-week-maya-narayan

Recent grad credits Global Studies in the Field course, Global Engagement Program for career growth

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Global Studies in the Field course, Global Engagement Program for career growth Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on … Citizen. Each status comes with unique rewards, including scholarships for studying abroad. Nearly 180 students were … global learning activities, such as designing and promoting scholarship and academic opportunities on campus; providing …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/04/program-feature-global-studies

WMU's acclaimed Seita Scholars program names new director

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… WMU's acclaimed Seita Scholars program names new director Submitted by Anonymous (not … staff member has been tapped to head the acclaimed Seita Scholars support program for former foster youth. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/37081

Seita Scholars coaching program becomes national, international model

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Seita Scholars coaching program becomes national, international model Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Seita Scholars KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What started as a program to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/29829

Seita Scholars to share stories with Congressional panel

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Seita Scholars to share stories with Congressional panel Submitted … event is being scheduled in conjunction with Casey Family Programs, a Seattle-based foundation that focuses on foster … earlier this year. The name Seita Scholars honors Dr. John Seita, a former foster care youth, a three-time WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1096

WMU faculty promotes Seita Scholars Program at national conference for student social mobility

College of Education and Human Development

… WMU faculty promotes Seita Scholars Program at national conference for student social mobility …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73514

Seita Scholars program update next up in breakfast speaker series

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Seita Scholars program update next up in breakfast speaker series Submitted … Dr. Ed Mayo , WMU professor emeritus of marketing, and John Weitzel , master faculty specialist of marketing, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21126

Russian politics is a “moving target” for WMU Fulbright scholar

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… their Russian counterparts has worn off in many cases. Some scholars have found it a challenge to get time with … the same courses lockstep with one another throughout their program. There are no non-traditional students or … global learning activities, such as designing and promoting scholarship and academic opportunities on campus; providing …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2012/10/butterfield-fulbright-russia

Three WMU faculty earn prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… earn prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards Submitted by John Sweeney on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Three Western Michigan … have been selected for the 2025-26 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. Dr. Lisa Paulius and Dr. Clement Burns , both … Baku Music Academy.    Igor Fedotov “Working directly with scholars, musicians and composers here is deeply rewarding,” …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/01/fulbright-scholar-awardees

'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' screening benefits Seita Scholars

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… 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' screening benefits Seita Scholars Submitted by Deanne Puca on "National Lampoon's … be donated to Western Michigan University's Seita Scholars program. Children under 13 years old must be accompanied by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36581