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Advertising student snags one of three statewide scholarships
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… win the Adcraft scholarship, but also excel in his coursework and high-profile internships. "My internships at … in Troy, Mich. Everett's faculty advisor is Dr. Karen Lancendorfer, associate professor of marketing. "I've learned how to think outside of the box," Everett says of his …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1838
Western celebrates cultural diversity during virtual International Festival
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… taught us is that it's essential that we have the skills to work together with people across cultures and borders to … cultural student organizations as well as discussions and showcases of global engagement at Western. Student groups … important to all of us—what we eat, what we wear and how we have fun," says Zagalo-Melo. Tune in and learn more …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63694
Balance leads to MBA for Erica Nowicki
Haworth College of Business
… Western Michigan University’s Haworth College of Business. Working full-time with the federal government at the Defense … this program after joining the workforce because I realized how applicable a business degree is, both professionally and … a full-time job while committing to an MBA is not easy. However, Nowicki has figured out how to gracefully carry …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73613
Award-winning WMU alumna is new Grand Rapids regional location director
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… will bolster the Grand Rapids location's mission of helping working adults continue their education in a flexible, … to help us build thriving partnerships to better understand how to serve that region and how we can provide the academic programs they need the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64494
WMU alumna honored for efforts to curb human trafficking and end modern-day slavery
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… and inspiring advocate for survivors," says Nomi Network Director of Operations Jessica Pham . The organization, … and master's degrees from Western Michigan University, does not take lightly. "Nomi Network is one of the leading … courage, strength and skill. What sets her apart, however, is her incomparable compassion and kindness," says …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61417
Inspired by alumni grandparents, future Bronco aims to take wing as pilot
First-Year Faces
… seat—and I knew then that this was what I wanted to do with my life.” Her aspirations will begin to take flight … actually like to start with international travel and then domestic,” she said. “I’ve never yet been outside of the … in all sorts of things,” she says. “It all depends on how busy my freshman year will be and what I can fit in. But …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68369
State lauds success of Western Michigan University's Cold Case Program with major financial investment
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… the Cold Case Program has a proven track record of results, working alongside detectives to resolve two cold homicide … have amplified investigation efforts on more than two dozen homicide and missing person cases to date, analyzing, digitizing and organizing countless documents and files to help detectives generate new leads. …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/state-lauds-success-cold-case-program-major-financial-investment
Graduate student recognized by traffic safety organization
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… and underscores the significance of my ongoing thesis work.” The 19 students received scholarships to attend the … free-flow, right-turn . Novat’s research aims to explore how these configurations influence pedestrian safety within roundabout environments. The Lifesavers Conference showcases the latest research, evidence-based strategies, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75328
WMU Public Safety expands alert and advisory notification options
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… extreme emergencies. Extreme or severe weather (e.g., tornado warnings). School closure notifications. Messages … in or change your alert and advisory notification settings. How to opt in To receive WMU Alerts or advisory … WMU Alerts, advisory notifications, crime-prevention suggestions and safety tips, and general posts about the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49624
Adventures in sustainability: Students expand their horizons in India
Haworth College of Business
… abroad trip provided them with a unique opportunity to see how businesses can think beyond their profit margins for the … Alexa Hempel , a junior from Macomb, Michigan who is double majoring in environmental and sustainability studies … founder, Shukla Bose, who left a corporate job to work with Mother Theresa and then founded Parikrma to give …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/70967