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Interdisciplinary faculty cohort works to expand project-based learning at WMU
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… with PBL Works, we are taking a significant step toward enhancing experiential learning at WMU," says Alyssa … education," adds Bob Lenz , CEO of PBL Works. "We look forward to seeing the positive impact this program will have on … even theatre, art and literature, but we are all working toward a common goal: getting students ready for the …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/interdisciplinary-faculty-project-based-learning-wmux
Brenda L. Boerger obituary
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… at Western Michigan University, died April 14 . She was 65. Boerger had worked in the Sindecuse Health Center. … to WMU in 2000 and retired in 2014 after nearly 15 years of service to the University. Services Services have taken place. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46803
WMU to offer BSW program in Benton Harbor
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… the degree includes a 400-hour internship at a human service agency or nonprofit organization, providing students … designed to train social workers for a variety of human service work environments, and includes an opportunity to … Or they may choose to continue their education toward the Master of Social Work degree, which also is offered …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23093
George Vuicich obituary
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… of geography, died Monday, Nov. 2 , in Kalamazoo. He was 89. Vuicich joined the Department of Geography in 1968 and retired in 1993 after 25 years of service to the University. George Vuicich Originally, … and went on to finish his Ph.D. at the University of Iowa. His professional career continued at Wisconsin State …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28519
WMU Ethics Center offers soul searching for professionals
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… of Ethical Commitment: Finding Your Ground for Finding Your Way," is free and open to the public. Miller will explore … for the Legal Assistance Center, a courthouse-based service providing legal forms and information to thousands … of Michigan recognized Miller with the John W. Cummiskey Award for pro-bono service. Miller's presentation is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28335
Theoretical nuclear physicist to receive Emerging Scholar Award
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… Theoretical nuclear physicist to receive Emerging Scholar Award Submitted by Erin Flynn on Litvinova KALAMAZOO, … University as an emerging scholar during a campuswide awards ceremony this month. Dr. Elena Litvinova , associate … a Difference, Distinguished Faculty Scholar, Distinguished Service and Distinguished Teaching awards. It is part of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55331
20 new WMU students win $50,000 Medallion Scholarships
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… fall. Medallion Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at … years , they constitute one of the largest merit-based awards in American higher education. Fifteen of this year's … and was her own school's homecoming queen. Her community service activities included taking part in Red Cross blood …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1223
Student organization recognized for excellence
Haworth College of Business
… are a top chapter in terms of professional, outreach and service activities. This is the 39th time the chapter has … that these are excellent students who have worked hard toward their chosen profession. It also shows the ability of these students to work together toward a common goal.” Gamma Rho chapter The Gamma Rho …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/08/beta-alpha-psi-2024
Western honors staff who inspire, connect and lead with 2024-25 Make a Difference Award
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… inspire, connect and lead with 2024-25 Make a Difference Award Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Western … Michael Lininger and K9 Brax , Cristine Thomas and Destiny Wallace will be honored as the 2024-25 Make a Difference A … prestigious campuswide awards, including the Distinguished Service, Distinguished Teaching, Emerging Scholar, …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/make-difference-2025-gary-barton-michael-lininger-brax-cristine-thomas-destiny
University to honor its top four staffers for 2017-18
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… have been selected to receive the Annual Make a Difference Award. The award is the highest accolade WMU bestows specifically on non-faculty employees for their service. Recipients are selected from each academic year's …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48805