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WMU prof listed among most influential education scholars

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… He is listed at No. 55 on the 2014 Rick Hess Straight Up Edu-Scholar Public Influence ranking that was recently …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12721

Construction, planning professional joins Western as associate vice president for Facilities Management

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… and the decision as to where investments are made to best support the living, learning environment,” he says. “Western … when we invest in a new facility, we do so with a focus on support for the students to build the most dynamic learning … he adds. “We built the student center with the most up-to-date technology, so it is easy to operate and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72610

Department and Future Teachers of Color host inaugural study night event

College of Education and Human Development

… event Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In support of education students during the weeks leading up to the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC), … win prizes and free test vouchers while studying for their upcoming test. "This is a test all education majors have to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75245

World Language Testing Center host first groups of high schoolers for biliteracy test

College of Education and Human Development

… World Language Testing Center host first groups of high schoolers for biliteracy test Submitted by Chris … Special Education and Literacy Studies, hosted its first groups of students from Battle Creek and Kent County high … focus on literacy," says Randez. "You have kids who grow up with a second language in the household and can be highly …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75238

University celebrations planned for upcoming graduates

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… University celebrations planned for upcoming graduates Submitted by Deanne Puca on Dr. Toni … in several special programs during the weeks leading up to Spring Commencement ceremonies held Saturday , … to recognize faculty, staff, or WMU groups who have made a significant contribution to the LBGTQ community at the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52659

College of Health and Human Services celebrates grads with drive-through event

College of Health and Human Services

… brief visit from Buster Bronco himself. The college had set up a small backdrop for photos, and the School of Social … nursing faculty members on hand to cheer for their grads upon arrival. “I watched our virtual pinning ceremony last night and that was great,” said Vliem. “But a group of us wanted to come today to cheer for our graduates in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64186

Amish to Bronco: Education student sets sights on graduate school to meet unique needs of her English learners

College of Education and Human Development

… by Chris Hybels on Mary Borkholder KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Growing up,  Mary   Borkholder  never thought she would realize her … young children with special needs to crucial services that support their social, health and educational development.  "I … distinction for undergraduates, the Presidential Scholar designation recognizes students who embody excellence in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75072

WMU men's rugby club eyes national championship

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… led us to the championship."  "We are very proud of this group for a number of reasons," says coach Mark Allen . "Their … success. "When we won the MAC championship, a referee came up to me after the game and all he said was, 'Night and … "I wanted to have incoming freshmen get a head start, assigning an upperclassman to assist them both academically …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53484

WMU United Way launches 2018 campaign with $200,000 goal, children's book drive

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… announced its goal of $200,000 at a gathering of supporters Sept. 20 . The event also marked the launch of a … lives; and you do that every day," Montgomery told a group of about 30 campus campaign champions. "The United Way is … 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo MI 49008-5202. Any new, undesignated gift of at least $50 automatically enters a person …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49280

WMU Homecoming and Family Weekend events planned

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… hold special pregame tailgates  Saturday, Oct. 12 , to gear up for the 96th annual homecoming game, which will pit WMU … honor 22 alumni from 22 different departments for their significant achievements in their professional fields … Pancake Breakfast—Complimentary all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee and orange juice served from 9 to 11 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55720