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WMU instructor and education students make privacy screens for virtual learning

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… while it's important for teachers to be able to interact with their students, the prospect of instructors and peers having a window into their home life can be daunting. A privacy screen decorated for use as a … as a teacher to engage and interact in learning. But if you don't understand or never take the time to figure out …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62393

American-style teaching covered in CELCIS graduate assistant training program

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… American-style teaching covered in CELCIS graduate assistant … international graduate assistants prepare to teach or work with undergraduate students at WMU. Light said the program … additional presentations throughout the week. Baker said you can see a significant visual improvement in their …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/celcis-graduate-training-feature-0

Dallas Rauker Tutoring Center celebrates anniversary

Haworth College of Business

… Rauker pictured outside the Dallas Rauker Tutoring Center with tutors and Dr. Bret Wagner KALAMAZOO, Mich.— The Dallas … of my communication skills,” Mitchell says. “As a tutor, you must learn how to communicate differently for each … has given me a different perspective on learning. I can see where the professors are coming from with their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73537

Student's aviation career set for takeoff

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… by the intricacy of the aviation industry for as long as I can remember," says Brown, a double major in aviation flight … hard to deny that a school is the right place to be when you find one of the nation's top schools for your program in a town you're already familiar with that comes with in-state tuition," Brown says.  Getting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53044

Mathematical musician says flexibility of Western's programs is music to her ears

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… love to be a statistician one day, and I think Western can help a lot," she says. "I know many of their students … be a first-year student in the fall, majoring in statistics with a minor in data science. While she has some ideas about … flexible Western's math program was," says Davé. "Of course you have to get your credit hours, but it gives me …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64400

WMU Graduate College going the distance for master’s and doctoral students

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… while maintaining the collaborative experience inherent with graduate school. “Like many units on campus, we are … typically involves months of research and writing that can total more than 100 pages, is no easy feat. A handful of … students back to campus. Until then, we are here for you.” For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59847

Teacher, influencer joins Grow Your Own program to support multilingual students

College of Education and Human Development

… Teacher, influencer joins Grow Your Own program to support multilingual students Submitted … online has also given her the opportunity to connect with teachers across the country who have experienced … similar challenges.    "Sometimes with teaching it can be very solitary. I'm in this space with a bunch of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75881

Renowned author coming to Western teaches importance of conversations in divided times

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… by Deanne Puca on Irshad Manji says people who disagree can listen and respect each other. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Can we … is free, but registration is required to ensure compliance with COVID-19 facility guidelines. Manji’s visit also will … ideas that I wouldn’t have thought of on my own. That’s how you can stand your ground and seek common ground at the same …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65252

WMU named finalist for national Climate Leadership Award

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… colleges and universities that are signatories of the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment. … advances that can be used to tackle some of society's biggest challenges. "This is enormously gratifying," says WMU … sustainability efforts. Voting opens Tuesday, April 1, with the videos available for viewing and voting on the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14863

A winning combination: Natalie Samdal masters finance and golf

Haworth College of Business

… a student-athlete and the rigors of a graduate program can be daunting, but that is exactly what Natalie Samdal is … in fall 2022 to pursue a Master of Science in finance with a specialty in data analytics and to join the Bronco … and has become my community within WMU” she says. If you are considering furthering your finance education, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70503