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The philosophy of grief

College of Arts and Sciences

… The philosophy of grief Submitted by Amelia Bodinaku on KALAMAZOO, … does not even remember it herself. What she does recall, however, is always having an internal preoccupation with … [of grief], like Black Lives Matter, but thinking I should understand something about the grief that many people …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-atkins

Attend and ascend: Education alum's pilot program increases 10th grade attendance by 14%

College of Education and Human Development

… Attend and ascend: Education alum's pilot program increases 10th grade attendance by … students back to the classroom with her new token economy. A special education teacher at Kalamazoo Public Schools' … education, helped answer my questions and guided me through how to write a grant."  Successfully navigating the process, …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/05/alumna-education-special-attendence-intervention-success

AI research at WMU: Advancing technology and education

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… AI research at WMU: Advancing technology and education … applying AI skills. “Being AI ready means more than knowing how to use AI/ML methods,” says Fong. “It also means knowing … experts will continue to develop new applications. So how should individuals adapt? “It is critically important for …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/ai-research-wmu-advancing-technology-education

Barrier-breaking book program offers new chapter for parents of nonnative English speakers

W Magazine

… Barrier-breaking book program offers new chapter for parents of … bond with parents who read to them. But that opportunity is often lost in translation for the families of nonnative … ever been able to read a book to her 10-year-old child. "How a simple change made such a big difference is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69835

Music therapy student finds belonging through mental health advocacy

News

… Music therapy student finds belonging through mental health … visiting the Office of Health Promotion and Education more often and turning to Christian for support and guidance. … was a big deal for me because I was always trying to find how I could help people … and being a mental health peer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71821

Alumnus Gang Chen is making strides in AI and machine learning

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… of a particular one.” What are the top trends in AI and how will they impact organizations? Chen: AI will impact … such as speaking, writing, drawing and acting. Machines should be able to do so as well. We will see a lot of AI … on my own career, I probably could have moved a bit more often and settled less. There are more things in life than …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/gang-chen-making-strides-ai-machine-learning

Western Michigan University ranked top education employer in Michigan

News

… Western Michigan University ranked top education employer in Michigan … than 160,000 employees surveyed nationwide who were asked how likely they were to recommend their employer. … advancement, such as the Academic Leadership Academy and the Employee Leadership Development Program.    The …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/top-ranking-forbes-best-state-employers-2025

WMU alumnus Zachary Earle awarded Elite Margriet Tindemans Early Strings Scholarship

College of Fine Arts

… WMU alumnus Zachary Earle awarded Elite Margriet Tindemans Early Strings Scholarship Submitted … engagement. “This award will not only contribute to my education at the Royal Academy of Music in London,” Earle … informed performers. His journey powerfully underscores how Western Michigan University prepares artists to launch …

https://wmich.edu/finearts/news/2025/07/earle-scholarship-award

Management professor discusses sustainability during COVID-19 and beyond

Haworth College of Business

… Management professor discusses sustainability during COVID-19 and beyond Submitted … of management, is a renowned expert when it comes to how companies, faculty and students interact with the social … sustainability’s benefits are harder to measure and are often intangible. Surely healthier communities benefit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60155

Student Spotlight: Ellie Lundy – Leading with Compassion and Communication

Information Technology

… Student Spotlight: Ellie Lundy – Leading with Compassion and Communication Submitted by Gary Barton on I’ve learned how to talk to everybody and be more out there and be myself. I’ve met lots of great, amazing people who can help …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/07/ellie-lundy-it-student-highlight