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Ten staffers honored for outstanding service

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… $300, before taxes, and a commemorative certificate. They are: Sheila Atherton , Accounts Receivable Jayne P. … Center Teri Schrimpf , Office of Institutional Research Karen M. Steeno , Career and Student Employment Services Joe VanDerBos , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28926

New climate and energy advisor develops vision for cleaner, greener Michigan

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… thousands of acres. The headlines related to climate change are alarming. Scientists are urging changes in behavior and policy to slow the warming trend, and many governments and businesses are enlisting help to answer the call. Dr. Brandy Brown , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54484

WMU to confer more than 2,400 degrees during spring commencement

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… level and 32 at the doctoral level. Among the students who are graduating will be 68 military veterans as well as … commencement ceremonies will last about two hours and be geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of degree-granting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52958

Wind turbine installation elevates sustainable energy opportunities at Western

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… Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The winds of change are powering new opportunities for engineering students at … of the Bronco Construction Research Center . "Students are looking for the ability to complement their degrees with … also partner with wind industry professionals to raise awareness of wind energy and strengthen their professional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73494

WMU offices to close for Memorial Day

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… U.S. Memorial Day. There will be no classes. Listed below are Memorial Day weekend hours for selected University … offices and services. Faculty, students and the public are encouraged to call ahead to make sure that a particular … 5  p.m. Saturday and Sunday. All other Bronco Mall stores are closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Bernhard Center …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32262

Be a legacy: Special education student carries on family tradition

College of Education and Human Development

… on Ann Parmeter-Cripps, Audrey Cripps and Janice Parmeter are all passionate about education. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For … has always been important. When it came time to choose a career path, she didn’t have to look any farther than her … , has operated a specialized residential adult foster care home for 54 years in Marcellus, Michigan. “I chose …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69543

Campus office hours released for Thanksgiving recess

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… 1 . Classes resume at 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2. Listed below are Thanksgiving Day weekend hours for selected University … offices and services. Faculty, students and the public are encouraged to call ahead to make sure that a particular … is open until 3 p.m., K-Zoo Coney until 4 p.m. and PNC, Biggby Coffee and Subway until 5 p.m. that day. The Bernhard …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56527

Nonbargaining employee groups seek staff input

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… groups for Staff Compensation System employees are launching an engagement and satisfaction survey this … for their organizations were APA Vice President Monica Liggins-Abrams , associate director of the Center for Research … the administration for salaried workers and PSSO for hourly workers. Along with supporting the University as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43027

Students have two chances this month to improve financial literacy

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… Mich.—In celebration of Michigan's Financial Literacy Awareness Month, WMU will be holding a Financial Fling twice … and improve their long-term financial wellness. The events are slated for 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 6 , and 7 to … April 12 , in 1740 Sangren Hall. Both Financial Flings are free and include gift card drawings and prize giveaways. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39179

Deadline approaching for spring Student Sustainability Grant proposals

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… on WMU's Office for Sustainability KALAMAZOO—Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, March 5 , for up to $75,000 … University. All students who pay the WMU sustainability fee are eligible to apply for a sustainability grant. Proposals … Feed. Candace Fastenhammer and Jesus Romero , Leaders Unplugged Backpacking Equipment. Courtney Gullett and Julee Reed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/22015