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‘An exciting time’: WMU to build new residence hall for first-year students

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… the three residence halls known as “the Valleys” that make up the on-campus student neighborhood north of Goldsworth … WMU's newest residential project will be a building designed for incoming students. This innovative new hall will … for double and single occupancy will be a part of the design.” The University recognizes that single-occupancy rooms …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74307

Education and human development alumni recognized as top teachers of Jackson

College of Education and Human Development

… and using the "ar" sound, she and her students dressed up and spoke like pirates during class. Miller has also been … of Education and Human Development continues to build upon its rich tradition of excellence by facilitating the … of pre K-12 teachers, community educators, innovative designers, and health and wellness professionals. To learn …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75540

Understanding grief: WMU philosophy professor awarded National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship

College of Arts and Sciences

… National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship, marking a significant milestone in her research journey. Dr. Ashley Atkins The fellowship, which supports research, education, preservation and public … Whenever I have an exchange where someone is able to open up, I feel like I am on the right track. It’s a very special …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75178

Restored grandeur, adapted reuse planned for East Campus

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… the atrium area converted to a small conference center designed to serve small gatherings and weddings. North Hall to … The cost of redeveloping the four structures is pegged at $55 million to $60 million or about $200 per square … been removed over the years. "Putting those columns back up and restoring East Hall to its original design has been …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/152

New director, website devoted to helping area businesses

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… who will work with area businesses and a new website designed to serve the business community are setting the tone … , is linked to a statewide network made up of WMU and four other Michigan research … & Anthem providing strategic design solutions for Kellogg and has worked on brands including Special K, Pop-Tarts …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/272

National film showing, panel focuses on male survivors of sex abuse

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… chose the arduous task of healing. Through counseling, support groups and taking action toward prevention, each man is an … for attendees who need them. The post-film panel is made up of a male survivor, female survivor, male …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/285

Educator wins national community leadership award

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… Michigan University faculty member is among a select group of people from across the country to receive a 2012 … In addition, a new football program is expected to draw up to 100 youth in the first year. Those sports programs …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/578

WMU to confer 1,500 degrees during summer commencement

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… and each participating student is eligible to reserve up to six guest tickets. After all ticketed guests have been … recipients who graduate in August are reflected in the upcoming fall's graduation statistics, and they have the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/849

Nation's health inequality to be addressed in lecture, conference

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Gibbs KALAMAZOO—An upcoming conference and lecture at Western Michigan … and open to the public. Brian K. Gibbs Gibbs, a former occupational therapist with 30 years of experience in reducing … educated. For example, infants born to black U.S. women are up to three times more likely to die than those born to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4772

Visiting expert to offer insights into creating culture of sustainability

Sustainability

… Feb. 8, Thomashow will conduct a topic-focused workshop designed for up to 40 WMU faculty and administrators interested in … at WMU to build a campus culture of sustainability. Supporting University partners include the College of Arts …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4277