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WMU researcher's grant renewed for investigation of employment barriers among marginalized populations

College of Education and Human Development

… barriers among marginalized populations Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Gemarco Peterson KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … Michigan University's  Dr. Gemarco Peterson,  assistant professor in the Department of Counselor Education … respectively, individuals from underserved populations. "What we've started doing is conducting preliminary analyses …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73205

WMU education professor offers teaching advice for caregivers of homebound special education students

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… Wallace (center). KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Learning from home is difficult enough for those used to being educated in a … how can caregivers best serve students whose academic struggles require individualized learning techniques? Dr. … and OK with not getting everything done. Your best is what you can do right now,” says Wallace. “Maybe your child …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59245

Western Michigan University launches 24/7 year-round mental health support for students

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… Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is taking its well-being support to the next level, offering … or studying abroad. “We know many college students struggle with their mental health. A study recently reported by … that need and, very importantly, is directly responsive to what our students have asked for.” Access to help is quick …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69195

Longtime advocate, former trustee to receive Western honorary degree

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… made the recommendation to the board, noting Miller is a "notable champion of Western Michigan University" and his story, "based on a philosophy that persistence, … Administration in 1970 and his Juris Doctorate from what is now the WMU Thomas M. Cooley School of Law in 1977. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66599

How to keep your body healthy during COVID-19 pandemic

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… runs through Main Campus. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Staying healthy is critical as the number of COVID-19 cases rise and the … CDC has a list of guidelines for  avoiding infection  and what to do if you think  you have contracted COVID-19 , but … safe, and  it can be beneficial to talk about the struggles you're going through, whether it's from having to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58648

Ethics Center announces book clubs for fall

Study of Ethics in Society

… Mich.—The  Center for the Study of Ethics in Society is presenting three book clubs during the fall semester highlighting ethical issues surrounding democracy and university education, … receive a free book.  Fill out this form to register . “ What Universities Owe Democracy ”   by Ronald J. Daniels , …

https://wmich.edu/ethics/news/2024/09/ethics

Gaining marketable skills as a student staffer

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… Katelynn Brandt, a student employee in landscape services, distributes mulch on campus. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Back to campus … about becoming part of a community, it's about finding out what your individual strengths are." SERVING UP SUCCESS … my school work. I can just wash them and try to remember what I studied." Nathan has learned the importance of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54716

Exercise science grad represents WMU on international rugby stage

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… Exercise science grad represents WMU on international rugby stage … conditioning coaches, Delgado had the opportunity to put what he'd learned in the classroom into practice by helping … each fall. "We walk them through the nuts and bolts of what's required but also equip them with some high-level …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/excercise-science-grad-international-rugby-star

The numbers are in: Marketing analytics course makes measurable difference

Haworth College of Business

… a variety of majors ranging from marketing, to advertising and promotion, to sociology and statistics. Veeck … was an honor to be asked back to judge and exciting to see what talent the next class of Business Broncos will be … myself doing this in the future on a daily basis. That is what influenced me most—I found my passion in this class.” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70833

Engineering management master’s program 1 of 8 certified by international organization

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… American Society for Engineering Management. The program is one of just eight U.S. universities earning the … “Recertification of our engineering management program is a confirmation of a well-respected graduate program that … involved in the program. The evaluators were impressed with what they observed and noted the rigor of the program, which …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69645