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Counselor education alumna recognized as state's top school counselor

College of Education and Human Development

… guidance program for our students through collaboration with our teachers and stakeholders." Hess is a two-time Western Michigan University graduate with master's degrees in  counseling education in 2010 and … "She is a prime example of the impact school counselors can have when given the support needed to thrive in our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73656

Clinical psychology Ph.D. student wins first place in regional Three-Minute Thesis

College of Arts and Sciences

… Mehreen Iftikhar, Kansas State University KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With a single Powerpoint slide and three minutes, one Western Michigan University doctoral candidate made her research stand out.  Tabitha DiBacco , a … and research stood out as the best to the judges.  “The biggest challenge (for competitors) is to very quickly tell a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68578

Summer renovation of Fountain Plaza to feature more green space

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… recreation. "The plans that have been developed call for layout that is more organic in feel," says David Dakin , … of campus near Sangren Hall is now viewed as the place that can accommodate large-activity gatherings, freeing the … the pathway across the plaza, new shade structures with seating beneath them, new plaza entry designs and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6842

GVSU, WMU join forces for study of family owned businesses

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… stewards. By creating a database of information we can do a better job of monitoring and improving the health … by the Family Owned Business Institute at Grand Valley with support from the Family Business Alliance in Grand … Ottawa, St. Joseph, Van Buren and Wexford. The survey can be found at gvsu.edu/fobi/survey . For more information …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8622

WMU public safety set to switch to countywide consolidated dispatch

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… "The campus community will still get excellent service, with some improvements." Merlo says that the new system is … contact number—will result in an automated answer that can route calls to an emergency line, to speak to an officer … for attention to facilities needs and nonpolice matters can also be made to a 24-hour automated phone line, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49803

WMU secures $1.92 million for interprofessional workforce development

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… needs and represent the diverse communities in our region with a grant from the Health Resources and Services … behavioral health  workforce. "It's another thing we can do at Western Michigan University to impact care in West … initiative powerful and allow us to expand the number of youth who can be served at our internship sites from Benton …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64511

Sports coaching master's program one of 13 accredited by national organization

College of Education and Human Development

… coordinator. "Being accredited the NCACE also provides us with national recognition and brings attention to the work … done." Vidic adds, "prospective students of the program can look forward to receiving an education that meets rigorous national standards and provides them with the necessary skills to succeed."   SPORTS COACHING AT …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75880

Advisor for start-up businesses to speak at upcoming lecture

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… talk, "How to Break Into the Social Business Sector: What You Need to Know," is the first in the 2013-14 Global … to Kigali, Rwanda, after spending six years working with a variety of international development organizations, … in southeast Asia. Rann is currently advising a South African-based impact fund, where he aids with business model …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9355

Putting her skills to the test at Boeing

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… says Saad. “My years at WMU taught me to keep to it even if you are struggling. Showing up every day and being … “We need a more collaborative and empowering environment with people willing to evolve policies and aging … globally and having fresh data in a place so team members can respond quickly and make informed decisions. For Saad’s …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70791

St. Patrick's Day plunge benefits Special Olympics

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… for Special Olympics. This year's goal is $20,000. Anyone can take the plunge for a minimum registration fee—a … competition for more than 20,600 children and adults with intellectual disabilities. This will be the fifth Polar … Other awards include most money raised and oldest and youngest plunger. Contact: Deanne Puca March 12, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/226