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New student center highlights diversity and inclusion

WMU Student Center

… and inclusion Submitted by Bonnie Pfingst on The focus of the Institutional Diversity and Multiculturalism … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The new student center on the campus of Western Michigan University features spaces intentionally … (IDM) committee. Starting in 2018 and continuing through 2020, the IDM committee worked with diversity consultants …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67395

Campuswide input being gathered to update strategic plan

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… will guide the institution for a five-year period ending in 2020. Email sent to campus community In a Dec. 1 email message, WMU President John M. Dunn asked members of the campus community to contribute to the process by … message. "Please take a few moments to provide the kind of insights and feedback only you can offer." WMU's three …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28841

Broncos recognized for commitment to diversity, inclusion with 2024 Excellence in Diversity Award

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University will honor the recipients of the 2024 Excellence in Diversity Award at the Fall Awards … acknowledgment, the award highlights the tireless efforts of individuals, departments and groups across campus who are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity and inclusion. Though only a select few are …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/health-college-cynthia-klekar-cunningham-win-2024-excellence-diversity-award

‘Pay it forward’: Alumnus mentors others to plan for future, helps revitalize local community

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… on February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements and a time to recognize the important role … Jamauri Bogan learned at a young age the importance of having a safety net while also helping others. His mother … to purchase and restore blighted properties today. In 2020, Bogan launched Bogan Developments, a real estate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67101

Bronco footballer scores accolades for impact off the field

W Magazine

… Bronco footballer scores accolades for impact off the field Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jon Wassink holds … and academic achievement. "What he has done serving others off the field, along with his work in the classroom and on … player of the year. Contact: Erin Flynn January 6, 2020

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57295

Educational leadership alum wins grant from the Dominican Republic to analyze cultural identity in visual arts

College of Education and Human Development

… international peers in their works. But can it be forgetful of their cultural identity? This is the question  Dr. Julia … Ph.D.'20, is asking in her new research project, "The use of Arts-based Research methodology in exploring the … Ph.D. program are finally paying off." Graduating in 2020, Pimentel was part of  Western Michigan University's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74388

WMed to offer new elective that includes Michigan AHEC Scholars program curriculum

College of Health and Human Services

… WMed to offer new elective that includes Michigan AHEC Scholars … Joel Krauss on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— WMU Homer Stryker School of Medicine  and the Western Region Area Health Education … education.” The new program will begin before the end of 2020. Upon completion of the two-year program, WMed students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62395

STEM Workforce Collaboratory established to improve WMU STEM programs, expand STEM workforce

College of Arts and Sciences

… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Few things come without a fair amount of investment, nurturing and innovation. Such is the case … Collaboratory (STEM-WC) , a partnership between the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Engineering and … (10% vs. 4%), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2020), there is a “clear need to invest in education and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69684

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

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… at Bronson Methodist Hospital. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In spring 2020,  Emily Bosak was a  high school graduate full of promise , headed to Western Michigan University with her … me with more opportunities (than the rest). And I took all of them," she laughs. "I don't think I wasted any time here. …

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

Western celebrates fall 2023 graduates Dec. 16; Dunn, Penn will receive honorary degrees

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… hail from 34 countries and will participate in one of three programs beginning at 9 a.m. Eastern Standard Time … Emeritus John M. Dunn will receive an honorary Doctor of Laws degree during the 9 a.m. ceremony. Dunn served as … 2007 to 2017, leading projects such as the establishment of the Seita Scholars Program, founding of the WMU Homer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73555