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Aspiring educators gather from across the state to learn, grow and collaborate

College of Education and Human Development

… you want to be a Teacher?" event pose for a photo after the workshop. Attendees participating in team building … shared information about the job market for teachers and how to stand-out when applying for positions. “AEM at WMU is … introduced attendees to the work the teachers union does to support and uplift current, past, and future …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71409

Autonomous vehicle research rolling onto WMU campus

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… brought this important project to campus and appreciate the work of people across the University to pilot this important … develop and test cutting-edge transportation technology." MDOT, Pratt & Miller Engineering, WMU, the University of … are coordinating." "This project is a textbook example of how our WMU researchers collaborate with others to solve …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55431

University Theatre presents 'Late Night Broadway'

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… . The performances will mark the end of a week of students working with Ziemba in preparation for their New York industry showcase for agents and casting directors in the spring. … credits include “And the World Goes ‘Round,” “I Do! I Do!” and “Chicago.” Tickets All seating for "Late …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3069

Mia VandenBerg is raising the bar in human resources

Haworth College of Business

… your brand and leadership through change. VandenBerg shadowed and supported the trainers regularly, gaining an … academic year as a compensation and benefits intern at WMU. Working for the human resources department, VandenBerg was … VandenBerg is a committed student. She recognizes how WMU Haworth has prepared her for her internship …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73786

Students receive funding for sustainability projects

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… reading materials to those attending WMU's financial workshop for Registered Student Organizations. Members of … Toward Becoming Sustainable , $3,125, conducted by Brian Donahue from Tinley Park, Ill., a junior majoring in … Student Organization that teaches students about plants and how to grow them. Student Sustainability Grant proposals are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/675

Men's soccer defeats University of Albany, headed to NCAA Sweet 16

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… by Deanne Puca on WMU men's soccer player No. 19 Brandon Bye KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University … our guys felt that energy today. "We were able to dictate how the game was played today; that was very important. … “I thought we were disciplined when we needed to be but aggressive, as well. We are at our best when we're aggressive …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43908

Longtime jazz educator Steve Zegree passes away at 61

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… the Western Jazz Quartet. In 2012, Zegree was inducted into DownBeat magazine's Jazz Education Hall of Fame. Over the … grow a similar group at Indiana University. He began his work there in fall 2012 as the Pam and Jack Burks Professor … Complete Guide to Teaching Vocal Jazz" and "The Wow Factor: How to Create It, Inspire It & Achieve It." The latter was a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22402

Business faculty help coordinate interdisciplinary international conference

Haworth College of Business

… service, social impact and geography. Drs. Melissa Intindola and Laurel Ofstein , both associate professors of … “The conference is the most collaborative event I’ve ever worked on,” says Intindola. “Participants from all over the … across cultures,” says Intindola. “I was impressed with how the conference organizers drew everyone together and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62695

Top teacher award goes to another WMU grad

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… great state because of the dedicated teachers like Cara who work tirelessly to make sure their students get a great … and a National Education Association delegate. She has worked collaboratively with colleagues and administrators to … of Teaching, Learning and Educational Studies can do for you For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53382

Rising stars on Western's faculty honored with Emerging Scholar Awards

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… Recipients are nominated by their peers for scholarly work or creative achievements that have advanced knowledge, shown impact beyond their discipline and shown great … collaborators to organize the first-ever Quantum Biology Gordon Research Conference (GRC). Beane's efforts to keep …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68973