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Public celebration set to highlight creativity, diversity and community

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on A student works on the art project. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The efforts of more than 100 school children and dozens of volunteers will culminate in the Together … poetry as well as installation of a temporary sculpture showcasing artwork the participating youths created during a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16145

Longtime staff member retires from University Libraries

University Libraries

… University Libraries Submitted by Sara Volmering on Jean Douglas, manager, User Services, will retire from Western … Manager, User Services. Throughout her career, Douglas has worked on numerous projects and committees, including hiring … training, ILS implementation and customer service training. However, Douglas’ most memorable moments are those spent …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/07/jean-douglas-retirement

Tuition and budget for 2012-13 academic year top trustees' agenda

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… of Trustees is expected to consider tuition rates and adoption of a general fund budget for the 2012-13 academic … University School of Medicine. The agreement spells out how University may provide administrative, operational and other services in support of the medical school and how WMU will be compensated for those resources and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1071

WMU programs recognized by national diversity magazine

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… program, Supplier Diversity Program and diversity education workshops as a few of the many efforts the University is … Montgomery . "We also understand that we have more work to do to enhance diversity and inclusion on the Western … on the intersection of identity, power and privilege, microaggressions and cultural humility for such units as the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61244

WMU MBA grows by 20% with introduction of new course format

Haworth College of Business

… learning creates more options , value and opportunity for working professionals as they pursue their graduate degree s .   Recent research from Inside Higher Ed has shown that online MBA enrollment is on the rise , and in some … The COVID-19 pandemic has been a contributing factor ; however, WMU Haworth has been able to stand out amongst …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68441

Updated WMU post-grad data shows 92 percent find immediate success

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… Updated WMU post-grad data shows 92 percent find immediate success Submitted by … the WMU annual report has emerged as the most comprehensive documentation of postgraduate success found at any Michigan … University. The WMU survey is the product of six years of work by Dr. Ewa Urban , associate director for assessment in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37696

Product design graduate ready for career to take flight with aerospace company

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… wings. She would let her mind wander looking out the window on long flights to see her grandparents in India, … during an internship in the summer of 2020. "He asked me how do you see design coming into play at Bell and our … always volunteering." While she enjoyed research, she struggled to find her passion in the theoretical sciences. "I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63953

WMU begins STARS sustainability initiative with 'gold' rating

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… It expands and transforms the way campuses collect data to document sustainability achievements and allows colleges to … at our campus culture, the elements of our mission and how sustainability plays into every aspect of University … Education AASHE, the organization that manages the STARS network, is an association of colleges and universities that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17657

Alumna’s HBO documentary shines light on medical errors

College of Arts and Sciences

… Alumna’s HBO documentary shines light on medical errors Submitted by … year. A White House screening of the film is also in the works.  “It’s a little nerve wracking, but it's exciting,” … and Safety declared, 'This film is literally saving lives.' How many films get to do that?" This isn’t the end of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74265

For virtual job interviews: Make a list, check your surroundings twice

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… your Wi-Fi might freeze your screen or equipment stop working—even your roommate could make a cameo appearance, as … didn't know I had an interview, and he just opened the door and walked in," recalls the student pursuing a master’s … what opportunities they have. Now students are looking at how they should interact online and what different materials …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63027