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A lifelong gift: 1980 graduate gives back to Department of Philosophy
College of Arts and Sciences
… department’s value, and with a desire to provide lasting support for future students, Rochon met with department … sit in on a graduate class. “I hope I have helped in some way to help the department to be as alive today as it was … Rochon also represented the Palestinian government in a significant case brought forward from the United States. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69151
Western spotlights staff who go above and beyond to make a difference
News
… specific information and use descriptive examples in support of your nominee to assure this person gets the full … Montgomery . "The Make a Difference Awards are an important way we can acknowledge and say thanks for the incredible … stating, McCann “never hesitates to go out of her way to help a student in any circumstances. Most …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65004
Business college begins pilot study of AI for student interview preparation
Haworth College of Business
… and prepare for interviews. While Chen was searching for ways to bring AI to the Haworth College of Business in … “I contacted the director at the Communication Center, Beth Ernst , regarding potential ideas, and she … prepare students for interviews. Instead of playing catch-up, we decided to lean into it and become a resource for the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75700
New collaborative home for student organizations at Western encourages engagement, boosts belonging
News
… in the Bernhard Center and will house dozens of RSOs. "The updated facility offers much needed space and resources, and … as well as podcasting and video production rooms, the design gives RSOs room to interact and engage with each other … think it will really help people become more aware of the ways they could become involved with student life on …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72511
Fort St. Joseph celebrates 25 years of archeological education
College of Arts and Sciences
… the fort's site through surveys and excavations, supported by a passionate group known as Support the Fort and … categorize artifacts, assisting fellow students along the way. “Through this project, it helped me narrow my focus a … beyond unearthing history and fostering community; it significantly influenced their professional paths. “We meet …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74438
Final East Campus configuration will preserve core of East Hall only
News
… a previously announced Dec. 31 deadline for setting design parameters for the new WMU Alumni Center , have made a … best practices, preserves the building's historic designation and incorporates a high level of sustainable … past year, we've identified significant levels of private support for the alumni center that will occupy the core of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12501
Three engineering students receive $3,000 scholarships from Institute for Transportation Engineers
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… to engineering students at Michigan State University, Wayne State University, Michigan Technological University … plans to graduate in April. “To me, this scholarship is a sign that the engineering faculty are not only giving me support to pursue transportation planning, but the industry …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70702
WMU Study Abroad nears pre-Covid levels, faculty-led programs drive participation growth
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… programs drive participation growth Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Thirty-nine Western … social activities and unable to spend an extended time away. “Faculty-led programs are great options for students … Abroad programming in 2020, Milostan says. Steady and significant gains , however, have been seen each year since. …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/studyabroadgrowth
Football Broncos tackle tree clearing for Habitat for Humanity
News
… a large branch off of a tree. After an early morning wake-up call for conditioning, members of the football team's … and is currently pursuing his MBA. "So, this is just one way we can give back and show that we appreciate what they … in the community, so there is no shortage of work. We're always looking for volunteers," says Smolenski, adding that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54389
WMU music professor gets nod from DownBeat magazine
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… four or five hours a night, I'm feeling pretty good. I always feel chronically under-slept, but I try not to act that way." Zegree, a seasoned performer who maintains an active …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/553