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First Global Education Program cohort inspired to expand global learning opportunities for kids
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… says Kara VanderKamp , of Kalamazoo, who graduated in April with a bachelor's degree in public and nonprofit … Besta , of Grand Rapids, Michigan, who graduated in April with bachelor's degrees in anthropology and communications. … understanding. "It's so easy at a place like Western—with our extensive study abroad program and the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68108
WMU donates paper pulp to Goodwill program
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… Goodwill Program, keeping the program employing people with disabilities in business for the next year. The Paperworks Goodwill Program employs people with physical and mental disabilities to make greeting cards … is simply a wonderful program that supports people with physical and mental disabilities by providing them an …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2936
Western researchers develop a special boot to save limbs and lives
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… research on SenLore, a boot designed to help patients with non-healing foot ulcers. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Diabetes is a … healing and saving limbs and lives. "When people with diabetes develop a wound or ulcer on the bottom of … develop something where we can monitor and treat people with diabetes and chronic, non-healing ulcers, we can …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64303
WMU refocuses marketing efforts, updating on-campus communications
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… amenities, which rival those of major metropolitan cities, with excellent athletics and a great college town. It’s no wonder nine out of 10 of our graduates are employed within their field of preparation within three months of graduation and 250,000 alumni …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49998
'This is not a simulation'—pandemic becomes real-life learning opportunity
Haworth College of Business
… to enter a phase of deep customer research, which we, along with the clients, felt would not bring the most value to the … moved to looking at quick wins in the next 30 to 60 days with innovative opportunities to create value for others and … before, and to push his problem-solving boundaries. “My biggest challenge is being forced to be creative with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58722
Managing success: one category and student at a time
Haworth College of Business
… in the food industry, as well as to other universities with food marketing-focused programs,” says Dr. Russell … and provides an opportunity to stand out when speaking with potential employers. “The certification stands out so … much on my resume and sets me apart from other applicants with similar education and experience levels. Employers have …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67635
New School of Environment, Geography and Sustainability positions WMU for the future
College of Arts and Sciences
… a new School of Environment, Geography and Sustainability , with Dr. Benjamin Ofori-Amoah leading the way as the … also continue to offer a joint graduate certificate program with the Department of Political Science in climate change … the founding director, and I look forward to collaborating with everyone to ensure that the School of Environment, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71600
WMU’s century plant reaches new heights
College of Arts and Sciences
… cycle, greenhouse specialist Chris Jackson had to come up with a creative solution. Jackson worked with WMU Facilities Management to remove a glass pane from … bloom—the sign it has reached the end of its life cycle. With its towering spike heading toward the very top of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70881
WMU shares applied behavior analysis training videos for autism
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… Center of Excellence. The video series includes interviews with experts in applied behavior analysis, or ABA, autism … developed by Dr. Wayne Fuqua , WMU professor of psychology, with support from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The videos are available for viewing without charge at wmich.edu/autism/resources . "The videos …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23195
Business student finds sweet success in mission-driven marketing
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… Lauren Bliss is getting the opportunity to help Confections with Convictions spread its message of hope while learning … Dale Anderson started the business in 2010, hiring people with barriers to employment. Bliss, an honors student from Muskegon majoring in entrepreneurship, was matched with the company through her business ethics and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53200