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Back-to-school events planned for new and returning students

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… on campus before then, settling in for a new semester, attending various events, and patronizing the WMU Bookstore and … wmich.edu/internationaladmissions . Direct questions to Wayne Bond at wayne.l.bond@wmich.edu or (269) 387-4853 or … or (269) 387–2332. One Stop Center A temporary service center will be open at the beginning of the fall …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42123

Barr Engineering Broncos share experiences that shaped their careers

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… careers. About Barr Engineering Co. Barr is an industry-leading provider of engineering and environmental consulting services. Through their work, Brandner, Mullinix and Sheldon … gas midstream.   Sheldon : When I started at Barr, I was one of the younger team members and really tried to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72706

Trio of science innovators recognized as Distinguished Faculty Scholars

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… Trio of science innovators recognized as Distinguished Faculty Scholars Submitted by Erin Flynn on … and academic work. The Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award is the highest honor Western bestows on faculty … prestigious campuswide awards, including the  Distinguished ServiceDistinguished Teaching ,  Emerging Scholar ,  …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/lisa-baker-kristina-lemmer-elena-litvinova-named-2024-distinguished-faculty

College praises tenure of departing longtime dean

College of Education and Human Development

… a lot,” Li wrote in his email. “Upon his arrival, he immediately began implementing the college’s strategic plan and … the University. Beyond his work within the college, Dr. Li was a strong advocate for the University and our larger … for academic affairs for the College of Health and Human Services for a year, director of the School of Recreation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68668

International health care experiences put nursing grad on path to career success

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… begin her career as a critical care nurse at Bronson Methodist Hospital. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In spring 2020,  Emily Bosak was a  high school graduate full of promise , headed to … experience she needs to reach that ultimate goal. "Western was definitely the right choice for me. I could have gone …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/nursing-graduate-2024-commencement-emily-bosak-career-success

Top teacher award recognizes WMU alumna's passion for literacy

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… Top teacher award recognizes WMU alumna's passion for literacy Submitted … Teacher of the Year. "As a child I hated all things reading and writing," says Hampton, who grew up wanting to be a … classroom." As a mentor, she often has WMU students do pre-service teaching observations in her classroom and also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56425

New physical therapy doctorate gains pre-accreditation status

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… New physical therapy doctorate gains pre-accreditation status Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … and doctorate in 2015 in the College of Health and Human Services. Fruth came on board two years later and has been … Previously, the certified orthopedic clinical specialist was an associate professor and chair of the Krannert School …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54595

Ongoing, new facility improvement projects slated for this summer

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… involves two multi-year construction projects: the Arcadia Flats housing complex and a student center that will … with the student center. First, we fenced-off Lot 28, the Waldo Library Parking lot, right after spring commencement. … provides a new view of the College of Health and Human Services building. A less noticeable building takedown …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53480

Western honors Native American heritage, creates path to deepen connections with tribal communities

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… Flynn on Laura Moss, left, a groundskeeper in Landscape Services, has cultivated the Native American Bed outside … American ceremonies. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sage and sweet grass sway in the breeze under the shadow of the obelisk in front … Parkview Campus. Two of the four sacred plants on the Indigenous medicine wheel, Dr. Dee Sherwood and student Skyler …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69671

WMU nursing program students, faculty are pandemic prepared

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… percent, I will join to help,” says Reynolds-Erspamer, adding that “2020 is the year of the nurse, and I chose this … to help others. I am ready to do my part in any way I can.” Senior Rebecca Stierley has accepted a nurse … but is forging ahead within the College of Health and Human Services to prepare students for work during one of the most …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58985