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WMU honored for diversity, inclusion efforts for fifth year in a row
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… "As we continue to see a record number of HEED Award applicants each year, nearly every school tells us they use the … . Inclusion efforts are in alignment with and a major focus of WMU's Diversity and … beyond the reasonable accommodations provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act, including weekly one-on-one …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42545
Bolstered by impactful experiences, 94% of recent Western grads securing jobs, furthering education
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… Whirlpool, Bronson Healthcare, Ascension Michigan, Duncan Aviation and many school districts across Michigan. … education we provide but also the depth of our partnerships with distinguished employers across Michigan. These … and well-being. "At Western, the professors care about you as a person," says geography and philosophy alumnus …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75483
Western celebrates impact of student workers on campus
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… and Innovation Student Employee of the Year. Dr. Brandon Youker, pictured third from right, is Student Employee … the second week of April, it recognizes students who work with enthusiasm, dedication and initiative to support the … say she not only excels in her assigned duties but "significantly surpassed" expectations in terms of her dedication to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75290
Broadway star, WMU alumna Marin Mazzie receives posthumous Tony Award
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… honoring Western Michigan University alumna Marin Mazzie with a special posthumous award for her leadership and … so many important roles, and then being so public with her cancer battle and being so inspirational to so many as … D. Terry Williams , professor emeritus of theatre at WMU. "You always want your students to have a role model in mind. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53728
Geography professor publishes ‘ABCs of Geography’ children’s book
College of Arts and Sciences
… was released Nov. 1, 2022. Mathews went back to basics with the release of his debut book, " ABCs of Geography ," … University Series of board books, which aims to introduce young children to the basic concepts of a STEM topic for … to share that book with students in my classes so they can better understand how light interacts with different …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69847
Learning about herself while honing civil engineering skills
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… and begin to create a future where our infrastructure can coexist with nature without causing harm.” It’s a big goal, but Rode … is lack of funding,” she explains. “Many projects that can have the most impact on every day people are funded by …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68980
Strategic Planning enters next phase at WMU
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… for academic affairs. The process began in fall 2021 with the creation of a 17-person cross-campus steering … might look like and the values that define WMU. A virtual suggestion box remains open online. "Our process this year … equity and inclusion on campus; determining how Western can better represent, serve and empower all members of its …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66741
Global and Languages Community provides new student housing option
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… new housing opportunity, which includes suite-style rooms with a newly remodeled, fully functional kitchen and … Community creates a unique environment in which students can have meaningful interactions with individuals from all … the winter holiday recess for international students who cannot return home. It also is the only residence hall that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47388
Trumpeter kicks off annual jazz festival
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… in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at millerauditorium.com . The closing … and open to the public. Tickets for the evening concert can also be purchased at the door. Tim Hagans Hagans performs and records with the Tim Hagans Quartet. "The Moon is Waiting," his …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5353
Hard-working students meet academic challenge
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… a year and as a result, were treated to a March 28 lunch with WMU President John M. Dunn. Raymond Enbody from … that guides and supports them and helps them develop a can-do attitude," Giscombe says. "Our students also can … of our First-Year Experience seminars and a How To Market Yourself class." Giscombe notes that WMU's Student Success …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/200