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WMU honors two for teaching excellence

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… His former students praised him for being generous with his time and being an engaged mentor. "He makes the classroom an … name on a class listing is big draw for students to sign up for a class. He challenges students to reflect on their … students to be actively engaged in the learning and connect what he is teaching to real-world experiences, according to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1650

Campus Activities Board presents comedian Melissa Villaseñor

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… Bronco Card and $2 without. Melissa Villaseñor is a stand-up comedian, impressionist and singer. She has appeared on NBC's "America's Got Talent," Cartoon Network's "Adventure Time" and at the Just For Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9709

Innovative Models of Care and Support – Study Abroad in Ireland & Northern Ireland

College of Health and Human Services

… Innovative Models of Care and Support – Study Abroad in Ireland & Northern Ireland … Mich.— In 2007, Dr. Maureen Mickus , Professor of Occupational Therapy, created a unique study abroad program in … adds, “The personal and academic lessons learned during our time abroad could never be replicated in a classroom …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/10/mickus-ireland

Hey, Siri—WMU leads the way in studying human-robot communication

W Magazine

… break road trip. Alexa orders groceries and finds a bedtime story for your kids. Google Assistant turns off the lights you forgot to dim on … and Media at the University of Central Florida. “What’s so exciting about this journal is the cutting-edge …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57097

Festive weekend provides plenty of fun for the whole family

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… come to town for a visit, as well as a chance to experience what college life is like at WMU. Numerous events on campus … a presentation on how to remain physically active when going to college, a campus landscape tour, an anthropology … A main goal of the office is to help families proactively support their students' growth, personal development and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2295

Youth and community development student prepares juveniles for success after detention

College of Education and Human Development

… of the gymnasium where she supervises youth during activity times. BERRIEN CENTER, Mich.—Western Michigan University's … all of this movement, Soko is making sure they are doing what they're supposed to do.   "I'm going to be the one to direct them on what they need to do, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72160

Students study effectiveness of solar panel placement

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… effects of modifications to the panel. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What are the effects of shade on solar panels and their best … schools, according to the project's advisor Dr. Pablo Gomez , WMU associate professor of electrical and computer … up to a tablet programmed to record and display in real time the amount of power stored. "Young students can …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53773

Bolstered by impactful experiences, 94% of recent Western grads securing jobs, furthering education

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… are having upon graduation,” says WMU President Edward Montgomery . “Their success reflects the commitment of our … Quinn Heiser , B.S.'23. "The interest that they take in what you're interested in, what you want to do with your … of the report include: 91% of recent graduates working full time said they were satisfied with their job . Graduates are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75483

South campus transformation moves forward with opening of Arcadia Flats

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… "Western's vision was captivating when it first released what the apartments would look like," says Kiara Hickey , a … tenure here." Hickey says living on campus throughout her time at WMU has allowed her to experience college to the … says. "On top of that, I have always been more likely to go to on-campus student events if they are within walking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62814

Events slated for Native American Heritage Month

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… people in Michigan. He was appointed to the commission by Gov. Rick Snyder in October 2013 and is the first Native … Thursday, Nov. 13 A discussion titled "Tribal Governance: What Does It All Really Mean?" will be presented from 6:30 to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20041