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WMU ends year with $23.5 million in grants, starts year with $1.2 million

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… WMU ends year with $23.5 million in grants, starts year with $1.2 million Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … Michigan University closed the 2015-16 fiscal year with just over $23.5 million in grants, WMU trustees learned …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35109

A vision to help individuals with autism thrive

W Magazine

… A vision to help individuals with autism thrive Submitted by Erin Flynn on After earning … her new goal—opening a one-on-one “Autistic sanctuary” for young people and adults in Portage, Michigan. The Autism … mobility training, helping individuals discover how they can best take care of themselves during their life span. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62177

Education students mingle with reptiles during visit from alligator sanctuary

College of Education and Human Development

… Education students mingle with reptiles during visit from alligator sanctuary … hands-on learning in elementary classrooms. Autumn, an African sulcata tortoise, is 30 years old and could live up … alligator, could grow up to 20 feet long. Autumn, an African sulcata tortoise, is 30 years old and could live up to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75512

New partnership provides teachers and students with STEM learning experiences

College of Education and Human Development

… New partnership provides teachers and students with STEM learning experiences Submitted by Chris Hybels on … and math (STEM) learning experiences for students within the Greater Kalamazoo area. Funded through a $500,000 … in Resources for Equity (INSPIRE) program will significantly benefit students and teachers at Comstock …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75684

Spring 2024 career fairs connect Western students with hundreds of employers

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… Spring 2024 career fairs connect Western students with hundreds of employers Submitted by Deanne Puca on … Handshake account or navigating any job search resources can work with well-trained student career ambassadors by … Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The biggest spring event is the annual spring Career Fair in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74469

WMU partners with local tribes to create tribal governance graduate certificate

College of Arts and Sciences

… WMU partners with local tribes to create tribal governance graduate … certificate occurred at an event with the WMU Native American Affairs Council and assistant secretary of Indian … to inhabit it. The establishment of the WMU Native American Affairs Council (NAAC) in 2021 strengthened the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73676

Alumni share their entrepreneurial spirit with Broncos Lead interns

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… Alumni share their entrepreneurial spirit with Broncos Lead interns Submitted by Deanne Puca on Eli … alumni. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—“The entrepreneur's journey can be a difficult one.” This message from Western alumni … they understand and can offer support. “Whatever your vision, we’re ready to make that dream a reality,” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72486

Counseling alum writes her trauma and journey to heal with memoir

College of Education and Human Development

… Counseling alum writes her trauma and journey to heal with memoir Submitted by Chris Hybels on Demarra West, … a child’s brain and health as they grow into adults. They can also lead to mental health or chronic health conditions. … that I faced in terms of trauma, the aftermath and struggle to talk about it and allow for my healing journey," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75465

Spring 2023 career fairs connect Western students with hundreds of employers

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… Spring 2023 career fairs connect Western students with hundreds of employers Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Hundreds of employers will vie for candidates to fill full- and part-time jobs as well as … of Floyd Hall: Jan. 31 to Feb. 6: noon to 3 p.m.  The biggest spring event is the annual spring Career Fair in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70370

Honors organization recognized with national award

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… Honors organization recognized with national award Submitted by Deanne Puca on WMU's Alpha Lambda Delta national honor society was honored with a Maintaining the Flame Award. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … programming and continued service to others, especially with leadership and membership changes in an organization," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43972