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Free college-level courses offered to income-eligible residents
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… 10 graduated. Now we're seeing a number of them moving forward in practical ways," Yarbrough says. "One man, who was essentially … five courses and to participate in at least one community service project. If vacancies due to attrition occur, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2271
WMU trustees select new board secretary
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… background includes a position as director of student services at the University of Alaska, Prince William Sound … She will retire in June after more than 42 years of service to WMU. For more news, arts and events , visit …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28993
Aug. 26 Washington State University event celebrates life of Elson Floyd
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… Aug. 26 Washington State University event celebrates life of Elson … led by WMU President John M. Dunn will be in Pullman, Washington, Wednesday to attend the long-planned celebration … WMU President Elson S. Floyd , who died June 20 at 59. The service will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. Pacific time (6 to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26421
Flags lowered Friday for Navy SEAL Brett Allen Marihugh
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… entered the Navy in December 2006, completing basic underwater demolition/SEAL training in Coronado, California in … a deputy for the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. Marihugh was a trained medic and received multiple awards during his time in the military, including the Bronze Star. A service honoring his life is scheduled for Saturday, May 9. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23531
Nominate colleagues for spring 2015 staff award
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… Nominate colleagues for spring 2015 staff award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Nominations … Western Michigan University's semiannual Make a Difference awards are due Saturday, Feb. 28. Make a Difference is a … presented to non-faculty employees who provide exceptional service to the University. Every fall and spring, semiannual …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21459
Experience-Driven Learning Spans Borders: International alumnus reflects on journey home
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… came to WMU from Tanzania on a Fulbright Foreign Student Award in 2022. He obtained a master's degree in global … now 38, speaking from the International Student and Scholar Services Office at Western Michigan University (WMU) . “That … of external scholarships and faculty development at the Haenicke Institute for Global Education. Nkya pursued a …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/07/international-student-internship
Professor named Association for Business Communication fellow
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… professor emerita of business information systems was recently named a fellow of the Association for Business … conference of the association, held in New Orleans. The award recognizes extraordinary excellence in the discipline … Schullery, who retired from WMU in 2013 after 16 years of service to the University, is the immediate past president …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16194
Enjoy free lemonade with health center staff
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… and introduce members of the campus community to the many services and resources available to them. Council members … and improving patient health. Clinic and nursing services include evaluation and treatment for a variety of … promotion and education programs, counseling and psychiatry services for students, lab and X-ray diagnostic services, a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42314
Students honored for entrepreneurial innovation
Haworth College of Business
… the $10,000 Brian Patrick Thomas Entrepreneurial Spirit Award for his clothing company House of Pariah; and Desi … received the first annual $5,000 Wendell Christoff Award for Cluventure, her travel agency with a twist. House … the U.S. Air Force and served as a pilot. Following his service, Christoff returned to the family business, C.J. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46807
Wisconsin educator will lead WMU College of Health and Human Services
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… Wisconsin educator will lead WMU College of Health and Human Services Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Cisler … Mich.— Dr. Ron A. Cisler of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has been named the new dean of Western Michigan … in the National Institutes of Health. Cisler says he was drawn to the WMU position by the caliber of the college, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46964