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Class project puts social work students' research in leading journal

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… with a senior faculty member's commitment to community service led seven Western Michigan University graduate … Interventions on University and College Campuses" was published in the December 2016 issue of the … period to finish their effort. "Their initial objective was to provide a succinct up-to-date resource guide for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37351

Secondary education alumna receives award from WMU Athletics

College of Education and Human Development

… Secondary education alumna receives award from WMU Athletics Submitted by Chris Hybels on Sarah Giramia, center, was presented the award by WMU Athletics. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— … career preparation, academic success, mentorship, community service outreach and networking skills. For more information …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73161

WMU to confer 2,700 degrees during spring commencement

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… of Engineering and Applied Sciences and of Health and Human Services. 3 p.m.--Ceremony for graduates of the College of … Media Network (typically Channel 99), a local public access service on the Charter Communications commercial cable …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/357

Abraham L. Poot obituary

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… Michigan University staff member, died March 27 . He was 65. Poot was a laboratory technician in the College of Engineering … key among the reasons Poot received a WMU Distinguished Service Award in 2008-09. Nominators praised him for having …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6210

WMU accountancy student recognized for achievements, leadership with $5,000 scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… Foundation Final Year Scholarship, a $5,000 scholarship awarded to students who are in their final year of studying … Business Development Center to assist the Internal Revenue Service with their Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. … Michigan Accountancy Foundation seeks to encourage and reward in students.” Hahn graduated from WMU in spring 2023 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71737

Valley Dining Center achieves LEED Gold certification

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University's Valley Dining Center was awarded a Gold certification in Leadership in Energy and … waste challenges that are inherent in a high-capacity food service facility. "We are so proud to have been awarded LEED …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47584

Student group once again recognized by leading human resource association

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… development opportunities to its members. The society has awarded a Superior Merit Award to  WMU's SHRM student chapter  in recognition of the … Resources at WMU participate in professional, social and service events designed to enhance career readiness. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54130

Educational leadership alum appointed president of college personnel association

College of Education and Human Development

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A Western Michigan University alum was sworn in as the next president of the  Michigan American … serve as the president," says Dubina. "It has been such a rewarding experience to revitalize the chapter since it has … continue serving as the director of advising and career services at Lake Michigan College - Benton Harbor. She has …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/hesa-alum-elected-2024-president-michigan-educator-chapter

Two student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation

Haworth College of Business

… Two student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation Submitted by Samantha Hooker on … the $10,000 Brian Patrick Thomas Entrepreneurial Spirit Award for Turtle Jump Technology. In addition, Brennan Vaughn … the U.S. Air Force and served as a pilot. Following his service, Christoff returned to the family business, C.J. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53252

From mechanic to dietician, Air Force veteran focused on helping patients maintain healthy lifestyles

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… systems in military helicopters to helping steer patients toward healthy nutritional choices—and he couldn't be happier. … where he's meant to be. "I have no doubt that Western was the best choice I could have made," says Fischer, who … completed several credits already during his military service, Fischer was able to jump right into his program at …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/nutrition-dietetics-fall-2024-graduate-derek-fischer-air-force-veteran-employed