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Scholarship support helps WMU student bring technology access to rural Ghana

College of Health and Human Services

… Healthcare Services and Sciences program, is the recipient of the Alexandra Burgett Scholarship through the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS). She learned about the … laptops and established an ICT lab for a rural primary school in Efutu Kokoado. The lab provides students with …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/12/burgett-fueri

WMU prof listed among most influential education scholars

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… WMU prof listed among most influential education scholars … prolific and regularly cited expert on education policy and school reform. He is listed at No. 55 on the 2014 Rick Hess … since 1997, Miron has extensive experience evaluating school reforms and education policies in the United States …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12721

Public career fairs, special events for WMU students slated

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… aimed at the University's students and recent alumni. Both of the fairs are free and being held on WMU's main campus. … . Upcoming events The Graduate and Professional School Fair will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24 … Room. Event descriptions The Graduate and Professional School Fair provides opportunities for those interested in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35635

WMU Board of Trustees to meet Thursday

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… WMU Board of Trustees to meet Thursday Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees is set to convene at noon on Thursday, Feb. 6 , … Student Center ballroom.  The board will consider approval of the Campus Master Plan, which has been developed over the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/02/board-trustees-meeting-february-2025

Attend and ascend: Education alum's pilot program increases 10th grade attendance by 14%

College of Education and Human Development

… on Once a week, Alysia Baznik will facilitate the exchange of points for rewards, which range from snacks, drinks, toys and school supplies. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Turning around attendance, … economy. A special education teacher at Kalamazoo Public Schools' Loy Norrix High School, she has been able to …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/05/alumna-education-special-attendence-intervention-success

WMU board pledges post-closing support for Miller College students

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… meeting agenda, the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees pledged its support and endorsement for a WMU … about the initiative with officials at the Battle Creek school. Both WMU and Miller officials also have been in … a bachelor's degree part time, and some 60 percent attend school while being employed full time. Calhoun County …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28983

’Tis the season: 2025 holiday trends

Haworth College of Business

… earlier than ever before, and with it comes a mixed bag of insights into the economy, supply chains, consumer … advertising that puts the ideal holiday season top of mind. Once again, cost prevails as the topic that … chains: What to expect Dr. Marcel Zondag, associate professor of marketing and director of the WMU supply chain …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/holiday-trends-2025

Melinda Lockett receives Lee Honors College Distinguished Service Award

College of Health and Human Services

… to students and her deep commitment to the values of public service and education. This year, her exceptional … Melinda was nominated by her colleagues for her years of impactful service, thoughtful mentorship and tireless support of students navigating their academic and personal journeys. …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/11/lhclockett

WMU Libraries publishes open textbooks on religion and Chinese language

University Libraries

… Libraries is thrilled to announce the publication of two open textbooks by Western faculty funded by Open … be used not only at Western but also by Greenville High School and Forest Hills Northern High School students who are dually enrolled in CHIN 1010 at …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/01/new-religion-chinese-language-textbooks-published

Ethics Center announces book clubs for Spring 2025

Study of Ethics in Society

… Borden on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— The  Center for the Study of Ethics in Society is presenting three book clubs during … Croasmun and Ryan McAnnally-Linz continues the theme of the  A Life Well Lived – Kalamazoo event series the … Life Worth Living Program. It integrates a variety of philosophical, religious and cultural influences to …

https://wmich.edu/ethics/news/2025/01/ethics-books