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Think Big initiative shifts from thought to action
W Magazine
… Kobe Brown, a theatre major. Western Michigan University is not a place to go, it's a place to become. That's the mantra emerging from the Think Big initiative , which is reimagining the University's brand and its promise to students. "I love the fact that we're trying to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57294
Rutgers vice president to take research reins at WMU
News
… at Rutgers, will take the reins of WMU's research enterprise, effective Jan. 8 . Her appointment was announced by WMU … says Montgomery. "She has a deep appreciation already for this University's extensive research and creative strengths and a profound understanding of the benefits a discovery driven agenda can have for our students and the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44262
Network neuroscience: Alumnus finds career at the intersection of data science and the brain
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… continue to improve the human condition, data scientists in the specialized field of network neuroscience are striving to isolate even more information and close the gap between their discoveries and clinical applications in an effort to advance …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67152
Ethics Center announces fall 2022 book clubs
Study of Ethics in Society
… Mich.—The Center for the Study of Ethics in Society is hosting a series of book clubs during the fall semester … of inequality to the medical treatment of trans patients. Discussions of three books begin Wednesday, Oct. 5 , and … purchase and read the books on their own, then join the discussion leaders for lively discussions. Books are provided …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69336
Baby to ballerina and beyond: Dance double major can plan for the future at Western
First-Year Faces
… Submitted by Megan Looker on MATTESON, Ill.—The future is big and bright for Shaniya Tate . But it’s a far cry from when the Matteson, Illinois, native entered the world earlier than expected. “I was a … and speech therapy to catch up. My physical therapist suggested dance as part of my therapy.” Tate discovered more …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69084
Governor names new trustees to Western’s governing board
News
… of Trustees. Joining the University’s board are James L. Liggins Jr. , senior counsel with the Kalamazoo office of … , when the term expires. Wood succeeds former trustee Kurtis Trevan , who relocated to live out of state about … says. “Kara Wood and James Liggins are both accomplished individuals, well-regarded in their respective fields, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74314
Nutrition and dietetics student receives award for excelling in internship with VA
College of Education and Human Development
… award for excelling in internship with VA Submitted by Chris Hybels on Derek Fischer KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Derek Fischer , a student in Western Michigan University's …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75532
Cousins, Hearit named American Council on Education Fellows
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… were among just 50 senior faculty members and administrators from around the nation named to be part of the … and the University of Texas at Arlington. Established in 1965, the ACE Fellows Program strengthens … American higher education by identifying and preparing promising senior faculty and administrators for responsible …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5941
WMU students earn top honors at national sales competition
News
… $10,000 in scholarships and landing WMU a second-place finish. Greta Lorr , a senior sales and business marketing … and Sales Competition held at the University of Central Missouri in November. In addition, Lorr placed second in the … students and their skills," says Dr. Kelley O'Reilly , assistant professor of marketing and coach of the students at …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11362
Dallas Rauker Tutoring Center celebrates anniversary
Haworth College of Business
… College of Business, celebrated its sixth anniversary this past September. Named in memory of Dallas Rauker , a … abroad, the tutoring center was created to not only honor his legacy as a student, but to provide a place for students … With a focus on student success, the Rauker Tutoring Center is a mentoring agency for students to ask for help in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73537