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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 Service , Distinguished 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
Immersive program aims to empower next generation of science teachers
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… generation of science teachers Submitted by Erin Flynn on Diamond Norlien examines sediment from the Kalamazoo River. … to collect samples while other students from his cohort wade in the Kalamazoo River. Students collect samples from … the preparation and growth of pre K-12 teachers, human service professionals, innovative designers, and health and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64891
Business mentors partner with WMU entrepreneurs to pitch products at Innovation Expo
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… as they have done in previous years, the University found a way to safely connect students to mentors from regional … Applied Sciences, the 2020 Innovation Expo included 80 multidisciplinary WMU students who presented their unique products or services virtually, showing proof of concept or working …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/62845