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Raising the bar: Gymnast and dietetics major hoping to take on new challenges in military

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… the gym building strength and perfecting routines. That's been Stacie Harrison's life for more than a decade. "I feel … nutrition as a young athlete. "I found out early what I put into my body really impacted my performance," she says. Her … my time management and really commit," says Harrison. "You can't procrastinate, you have to be more organized, and I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63916

$5.5 million renovation unveiled at WMU-Grand Rapids Beltline location

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… $5.5 million renovation unveiled at WMU-Grand Rapids Beltline location Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … hub for talent in our city that we hope to retain and grow into the future business leaders of Grand Rapids." The … the Woodland Suites. "Research has shown many ways we can improve the way we are educating students," said Dawn …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26334

Trustees to consider room-and-board rates, power plant contract

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… as well as a new three-year contract that covers members of the Michigan State Employees Association who run the … plant. Convening at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 18 , in 157-159 Bernhard Center, the board also will consider implementation … campus policy on helmets for those operating motorcycles into compliance with the state's new law that no longer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6572

WMU Board of Trustees approves apartment rate increases

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… apartment-style residential units. The increases will go into effect starting with the fall 2013 semester. For the … Aligning with the surrounding community market, per-bedroom rates will range from $418 to $723 monthly. Costs … Students interested in living at Western View next year can apply online at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3368

Counselor education alumna recognized as state's top school counselor

College of Education and Human Development

… as state's top school counselor Submitted by Chris Hybels on Jamie Hess (right) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Michigan … and deserve through her leadership and willingness to step into crucial conversations around systems change," says  … "She is a prime example of the impact school counselors can have when given the support needed to thrive in our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73656

From a galaxy far, far away, a winner in 'Star Wars' contest

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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Katelyn Clark had the force behind her and won the "Star Wars" contest sponsored by the … think that one of the most important lessons on ethics that can be found in the Star Wars movies is that anger doesn't … co-director, said Clark's entry was chosen because it taps into a less obvious moral lesson from the movies while also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29095

Grad Fair offers discounts on regalia rentals and more

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… commencement ceremonies. Students graduating in December can enjoy a 20 percent discount on rental regalia, as … Alley through Saturday, Dec. 15. Rental regalia must be returned to Brown Hall immediately after the commencement …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2650

WMU celebrates research, diversity and global engagement

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… "A Century of Votes for Women: The 19th Amendment and American politics." Dr. Sharon Gill , associate professor of … Global Water Sustainability." An award presentation will begin at 3:30 p.m. , followed by a Gold Gathering reception with appetizers and a cash bar until 6 p.m. For more information, visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38180

Growing your own at Western: Bolstering the education workforce

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… Elementary classroom in Grand Rapids, Michigan, into a space where multilingual learners, who make up a third of her students, thrive. Kristi VanderWoude “The best thing about what we’re learning is that we don’t want … of up to $19 million 
to support their teacher education candidates. The College of Education and Human Development …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73397

Dec. 9 symposium promotes neighborhood-based literacy and learning in Kalamazoo

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… Attendees will enjoy insightful sessions on strategies and best practices that demonstrate and encourage learning and … which serves to transform the Edison neighborhood into a vibrant learning campus. “We believe literacy should … to individuals who want to learn more about how they can serve this important cause, particularly during a time …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69941