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WMU excels at educating, producing entrepreneurs

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… an enterprise. "This generation, like none before it, can then focus on their value proposition and delivering a … 24 hours and under $1,000," Johnson says. Gaining the know-how But Teo, the mechanical engineering graduate student, … I know music. Or, I know geology. Or, I know health. But how to investigate the commercial viability of an idea, how

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30067

Experience a world of cultures during one week

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… The week will feature events during which attendees can learn how to play one of the world's most popular sports, cricket; how to prepare traditional ethnic foods; and how to write …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/19974

Nearly $5M grant will help WMU, school districts create new pipeline to fill teacher shortage

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… of nearly two years of planning, this program will pay for candidates within the districts—like paraprofessionals, bus … back to this who are in schools already in some capacity. How can we fast-track them to getting certification?" … the teachers don't understand what certain behaviors mean, how certain families communicate, what certain families …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61810

Graduate College moves, extends hours

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… and Alumni Relations moved to Heritage Hall this past fall. During the first week of fall 2016-17 classes, the … program offerings." Benefits of new space An open house to show off the new Graduate College is being planned for early … Stapleton notes that by relocating, the college has significantly increased its available space. With that increase, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34667

June deadline set for alums, community members to 'make their mark'

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… 23. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As construction crews race toward a fall completion of Western Michigan University's new Alumni … Prospect Hill, members of the WMU and Kalamazoo communities can make their own mark on the facility by meeting a June 1 … on the portico patio overlooking downtown Kalamazoo and can accommodate three lines of text with a maximum of 14 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23566

Sales student places first in national competition

Haworth College of Business

… Michigan University sales students competed in the State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition in Warrensburg, … A marketing presentation answering the question, "How can State Farm agents leverage their digital presence and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/11/50378

Be a legacy: Special education student carries on family tradition

College of Education and Human Development

… time to choose a career path, she didn’t have to look any farther than her family for inspiration. Her mother, Ann … with. Finding out who they are, what they love to do and how they discover things in the world is fascinating to her. … the same house she has lived in her whole life—she can be present. “When I'm around home with my family, we …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69543

An ‘open heart’ opens the mind: Students find value in giving and receiving through service learning

W Magazine

… in Kalamazoo, students are on the lookout for ways to show they are good citizens. You might ask what’s motivating … a trip to the school store stocked with all the goodies you can imagine. Before the pandemic, you could walk the halls … Township Fire Department, writing grant proposals for farmers and community organizations, installing doorbell …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69884

Engineering professor receives award for support of students with disabilities

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… a college education should receive all the assistance we can give them,” says White. “Everyone learns differently, … services, collaboration with DSS to provide significant and meaningful resources, and serving as an outstanding … course material. I was continuously encouraged to analyze how the material linked to my life and academic work,” says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67927

Get a fresh start spring semester with events focused on building connections, well-being and racial equality

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… at Western Michigan University. VIRTUAL BASH Students can explore virtual booths and connect with representatives … While a pandemic pivot sent Bronco Bash online in the fall, the first-ever Virtual Bash managed to connect … says Amy Seth , director of University Recreation. "My biggest advice for students setting goals is not just setting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62676