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‘An exciting time’ for Western students to return, live on campus for 2022-23 academic year
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… 25 . "We are excited to see so many students coming to live with us for the first time or, in many cases, living with us … the more support and services Housing and Residence Life can provide to our students to help with their transitions … toward success, such as “finding a friend group they can count on, meeting at least one of their instructors, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68816
WMU expert tells PBS audience University has resources to help vulnerable students transition to college
College of Education and Human Development
… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The transition from high school to college can be difficult for any student. For those with learning disabilities, it can be even more challenging … website and watch the full "Ask the Experts" segment on YouTube . ABOUT “A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE” “A World of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71595
Students get a jump on careers as they explore job, internship opportunities at 2024 fall fairs
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… University is connecting students and recent graduates with potential employers at its fall 2024 career fairs, … DigitalWMU) reflect how we're shifting our focus to how we can better elevate these students' career outcomes,” says … . Contact Pam Besser or call (269) 387-2745. Want to ace your next job interview? Sept. 10 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/fall-career-fairs-2024
WMU honored for diversity, inclusion efforts for fifth year in a row
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… "As we continue to see a record number of HEED Award applicants each year, nearly every school tells us they use the … . Inclusion efforts are in alignment with and a major focus of WMU's Diversity and … beyond the reasonable accommodations provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act, including weekly one-on-one …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42545
Program celebrates 40 years of supporting "ATYP-ical" young students
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… Program celebrates 40 years of supporting "ATYP-ical" young students Submitted by Deanne Puca on Instructor Becky … Cooper reads "Macbeth," a tragedy by William Shakespeare, with her ATYP students. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Most sixth graders … program, George says WMU's precollege Academically Talented Youth Program (ATYP) and the Battle Creek Area Math and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/67780
Engineering student eases University scheduling process
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… works to improve scheduling of maintenance services with supervisor Marcy Lynn (left), manager of maintenance … in his step. His enthusiasm is the first thing that greats you when you meet him. This second-year civil engineering … “They don’t know how much the experience is worth for me. I can ask any question. They will start illustrating …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66213
Top teacher award recognizes WMU alumna's passion for literacy
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… story is punctuated by an award that might have made her younger self cringe: Middle School English Teacher of the … at WMU. "It is all about creating caring relationships with others. Her natural ability to do this shines through!" … "I really thought that I was going to teach 10th grade American literature out by a tree and talk about Emerson and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56425
From giveaways to games to performances, epic celebration planned for Bronco Bash 2025
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… will kick off the festivities by firing Boomer, the cannon, for the first time as the University’s leader—but … student soaks up the excitement, makes memories and leaves with plenty of swag.” The crowd favorite Celebration … bull will be available for visitors to enjoy. Visitors can interact with Western student-athletes in a Bronco …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/bronco-bash-2025
Self-watering planters sow seeds of sustainability across campus
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… by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A planting project with roots in sustainability is blossoming at Western … 2020. "And because of the type of soil and fertilizer we can use with these planters, our plants can grow larger." … time to get all of the pots and flats ready to go. "The biggest challenge was space or, more specifically, lack of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64318
Western celebrates impact of student workers on campus
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… and Innovation Student Employee of the Year. Dr. Brandon Youker, pictured third from right, is Student Employee … the second week of April, it recognizes students who work with enthusiasm, dedication and initiative to support the … say she not only excels in her assigned duties but "significantly surpassed" expectations in terms of her dedication to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75290