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United Way urges campus to help 'Change the Story'

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… them. Investing in the community through United Way supports the well-being of its residents. All children … for. Drawings and giveaways Those who make any new, undesignated gifts of at least $50, or undesignated gifts that have increased from the previous year by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8981

Community invited to help ArtPrize competitor complete sculpture

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… one exhibitor is inviting community members into his assigned exhibition venue to finish his massive competition … never even used clay before," Church says. "Volunteers end up taking ownership over the area I give them to work on and … non-WMU artists, including collaborative teams from Kellogg Community College and Ferris State University's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9063

From frontline worker to a future in HR: Jessica Robach has found her purpose

Haworth College of Business

… of positive relationships and empathy. As she finishes up her final year at Western Michigan University, she is … these workers gives me a sense of purpose and commitment.” Upon her start at MANN+HUMMEL, Robach quickly learned how … Haworth are preparing students for challenges and triumphs upon entering the workforce.” In addition to the academic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73614

WMU accountancy student receives $10,000 scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… team, which the scholarship has enabled. But perhaps the biggest reward is the confidence that the recognition has … in her. “ Dr. Jim Penner , chair of the department, had a significant impact on me. He is someone who goes above and … interesting and is very passionate about teaching. I look up to her. Thomas notes that Burke suggested she begin the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73623

Strategic Planning enters next phase at WMU

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… attend town hall listening sessions and engage in surveys designed to spark reflection and generate ideas about the … might look like and the values that define WMU. A virtual suggestion box remains open online. "Our process this year … well as other national data sources," Bott says. Working groups have now been formed to address seven key University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66741

WMU new economic development park honored for cleanup, sustainable use of land

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… WMU new economic development park honored for cleanup, sustainable use of land Submitted by Deanne Puca on BTR … that "break the mold of standard building construction, design and operations," according to the regional chapter. The … which was completed in fall 2020, used sustainable design principles to create new site-ready property for future …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67442

Intrigued by a good mystery, Western student decodes path in cybersecurity

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… terrible and being afraid of heights didn’t help. It ended up being one of my favorite classes during that semester and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70195

'The Fierce Urgency of Now' inspires MLK Day speaker, teach-in on Western’s campus

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… are required and available through the box office for pick up. An Emmy Award-winning journalist, Hill is the co-founder … “’The Fierce Urgency of Now’ is Dr. King’s quote to impress upon us that we have no luxury to be complacent or … than 20 years in journalism has included stops at the biggest sports media network and several reputable newspapers, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70357

Choreographing busy schedule, student driven to help people

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… and overcome life challenges," says Owens, whose family suggested she consider nursing as she began thinking about her … Grant, it offers financial assistance and academic support to recruit, retain and graduate more students from underrepresented groups.  "Mentors and professors in the program provided …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53042

Robert S. Kaiser Sales, Negotiation and Leadership Lab opens to students

Haworth College of Business

… learning to the next level. In addition, it will also open up opportunities for us to host student sales competitions, … Corporation, the world's premiere automotive paint shop supplier. The company maintains multiple manufacturing … around the world. The company has won five General Motors Supplier of the Year Awards. In addition to his success in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49572