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Snyder picks William F. Pickard to fill out term as WMU trustee
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… of experience to the board, and I am confident he will do substantial work to ensure the success of the University," Snyder said … a master's degree from the University of Michigan and a doctoral degree from Ohio State University. He has taught at …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/33143
Bound for success: College of Education and Human Development’s book sale smashes fundraising goals
College of Education and Human Development
… one-on-one and small group time during the school day. Donated books were prepared by students in the College of … a great amount of recognition for their many hours of work.” Buster Bronco signed books for people who made a … like to acknowledge the following organizations, which donated books to the fundraiser: Friends of the Kalamazoo …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/college-education-human-development-book-fundraiser-children-literacy
Dec. 9 symposium promotes neighborhood-based literacy and learning in Kalamazoo
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… and their families in the neighborhoods where they live, work and play. The event features a welcome address by Dr. … symposium “is a testament to all the important work being done through WMU’s continued collaboration with the … and instructors to individuals who want to learn more about how they can serve this important cause, particularly during …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69941
Thought leader in food marketing takes reins of Western’s renowned program
Haworth College of Business
… and the program’s industry conference, which drew upwards of 1,000 participants last year for the first virtual … productive researcher, the sheer output and quality of his work is amazing. Add to that his can-do attitude and service to the department, and it is easy to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66714
Duke scholar to address violence, mental illness and the law
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… is free and open to the public. Swanson will discuss how media accounts of mass shootings by disturbed … the large majority of people with serious mental illnesses do not engage in violent acts towards others. Swanson's … John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Research Network on Mandated Community Treatment. He frequently serves …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35694
Alumna's personal experience will drive national strategy to combat human trafficking
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… of combatting human trafficking nationwide. President Donald Trump appointed Bella Hounakey to the United States … our country, but to also be part of a bigger system that is working on behalf of vulnerable populations," says Hounakey, … While she was free from the shackles of modern-day slavery, however, the trauma of five years of torture remained. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/56872
Three high-profile graduates to receive WMU's top alumni honor
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… on its graduates. The 2018 award recipients are Ed Gordon , an Emmy award-winning journalist and radio and TV … Additionally, he can be heard on "The Steve Harvey Morning Show" and he delivers "Right Now" with Ed Gordon, daily … greener packaging, support literacy and art programs, work on the prevention of hunger, and provide vocational …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49360
New state funding will enhance carbon capture research at Western
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… and Haagsma plan to hire undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral students to help with their cutting-edge research. … community will provide younger students with insights into how WMU is positioned nationally and globally to combat … giving students a well-rounded experience and practice on working with team members of diverse disciplines," says …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/new-state-funding-carbon-capture-research
Collaborative effort at WMU supports health and safety of firefighters
College of Education and Human Development
… have been partial out to different places and wanted to do everything under one roof," says William Arbogast , … needed and brought those things to Sindecuse." Dr. Gayle Ruggiero , medical director of Sindecuse Health Center, adds … firefighter for Cooper Township, had his annual physical done at Sindecuse Health Center. Hosting the physical …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75647
Think Big initiative shifts from thought to action
W Magazine
… trying to differentiate ourselves," says Claire Herhold, a doctoral candidate at WMU studying public history. That … the rising cost of tuition, and the changing nature of work. The Challenges Nationwide, the number of public high … correlated with this trend," Proudfoot says. "We must do something different, and we must become more competitive, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57294