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Mentorship and externship in the era of COVID-19
Haworth College of Business
… informational interviewing, etiquette and more. Behind the scenes are the staff of the Zhang Career Center, … experience because the role incorporates servant leadership into our personal pathways to success. We not only get the … with my group of externs,” says James Rubio , a senior from Canton, Michigan. “I was emailing, calling and sending …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59337
Ample resources on hand for switch to WMU Essential Studies
News
… . The new curriculum, WMU Essential Studies, will go into effect at the start of the fall 2020 semester. It comes … Studies: Design, Assess, Submit. The workshop will be presented from 1 to 3 p.m. Fridays , Sept. 14 and 28, … planned course offerings so an essential studies committee can review the courses during the spring semester. Elliott …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48731
Waldo Library opens with fresh look, new technology
News
… Puca on Librarian Juliana Espinosa helps move books back into renovated space at Waldo Library. KALAMAZOO. Mich.--The … on the first floor will include solid state drives and will be faster than previous machines. An open house is scheduled … opening, marking the completion of the most significant renovation to Waldo Library since the 1991 addition to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54887
Graduate school hacks: hands-on experiences and growing a network
Cybersecurity
… a Western Michigan University graduate student in cybersecurity, Mangay Perambalam, B.B.A.’21, credits an array … so far was an exhilarating opportunity to ethically hack into my own system,” says Perambalam. “I was challenged to … stay safe digitally. She seeks a role where she can apply her academic knowledge to actual situations, pick …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72709
Fueled by resilience, social work student advocates support through mentorship
News
… work at Western. "I'm passionate about helping others better themselves," he says. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—To say Maliek … We all face challenges in life that we sometimes feel we can't get through; I want to be that driving force that … he says. Having to fend for himself while his guardians struggled with their own demons fueled his passion to help kids …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/64961
Trailblazing dance student is first male on Bronco dance team
News
… McNees says he thrives off the game day atmosphere as a member of Western's dance team. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Nik McNees … Western's team. I think having public knowledge that a male can do this too is really important." The dance team … I chose to go to college. It's given me a lot of insight into things I wouldn't have done otherwise," says McNees. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66211
Politics played a role in pandemic shelter-in-place orders, WMU researchers find
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… completely shut down. The actions have ignited a tug-of-war between public health and economic prosperity, between … among others, as factors that state leaders would take into account when assessing risk management. Mingus … enacted SIPOs a week earlier than states with both a Republican governor and legislature. Eight states never issued a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61626
WMU men's rugby club eyes national championship
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… national title. Powering their way to the Mid-American Conference Sevens Championship with a decisive win over … Sevens National Championship. "I was talking to everyone before the game and just saying, 'We're going to win this if … University president, held an impromptu ceremony when he returned. Right now, he and the team are laser focused on the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53484
With rural and small clinics in mind, professor uses COVID-19 grant to create low-cost respiratory device
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… computerized spirometer, which monitors lung efficiency, can cost as much as $2,000. Dr. Alessander Danna-dos-Santos … 3D printer and is a self-taught coder. The spirometer idea began by recognizing a need, says Danna-dos-Santos, who is a … required, he says. “It’s not very difficult for me to put into context. In my mind, it is simple. Anyone can buy most …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60231
WMU and GRCC ink dual enrollment agreement for business students
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… College of Business KALAMAZOO--A new joint agreement between Grand Rapids Community College and Western Michigan … the agreement with a signing ceremony June 4 at GRCC. A number of officials from both schools also participated. Under … to offer students a set curriculum and a smooth transition into a bachelor's program at a distinguished institution," …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/657