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Redefining what it means to be a salesperson

Haworth College of Business

… by Abbie Griffith on Aleksander Slotwinski KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With an eye for uplifting individuals, futurist Aleksander … those who share his own core values has been Slotwinski’s biggest takeaway from his time at WMU Haworth. His primary … (former student) Dalton Hancheck and (junior) Audrey Delano . They helped me better understand what my strengths were …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/70004

Brief trip, big impact: Journey abroad gives nursing student holistic perspective

W Magazine

… always dreamed of studying abroad. But as a nursing student with a rigorous academic schedule, it felt as though those … wanted to study abroad. I just never had the opportunity with my program,” Fraley says. “It would have put me a … behind in my courses.” However, after learning about Lee Honors College’s weeklong study abroad course “Globalization …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75859

Michigan Geological Survey receives $14 million in funding

College of Arts and Sciences

… for the Michigan Geological Survey (MGS) , affiliated with Western Michigan University’s Department of Geological … education budget and $2.9 million from EGLE, together with a separate one-time allocation of $5 million from the … resources, such as oil, gas, energy storage, critical and non-critical minerals,” says Autumn Haagsma , assistant …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73664

New director appointed to lead Michigan Geological Survey

College of Arts and Sciences

… appointed to lead Michigan Geological Survey Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … 1, 2024 .  Sara Pearson, hiking on an Icelandic glacier with her husband, fellow geologist Adam Heft. In her new … facility, facilitate statewide geological mapping, aggregate research and exploration for critical minerals, and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75636

Behind-the-scenes New York Fashion Week experience solidifies future for Western fashion design student

News

… New York Fashion Week (NYFW): The Shows, rubbing elbows with the industry's brightest stars. "This was my first time in New York, and nothing is going to live up to this!" LeKander says. The … by an exclusive experience at one of the fashion world's biggest events. "If I hadn't come to Western, I don't think …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71033

Communication professor's immersive exhibit in media and news literacy will debut at Kalamazoo Valley Museum

College of Arts and Sciences

… will debut at Kalamazoo Valley Museum Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sue Ellen Christian works with interns and Kalamazoo Valley Museum staff on her … honest journalists function and how to verify information with engaging stories, characters and games,” says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67102

Product design alumni on leading edge of innovation

W Magazine

… Product design alumni on leading edge of innovation Submitted by Erin Flynn on Aisha Thaj’s work on … day and asked what I did (in school). That led to a meeting with the vice president of innovation who gave me and … jobs in the pet care industry. "One of the biggest takeaways that I got from the product design program …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73419

Trustees slate short conference call meeting

News

… Trustees slate short conference call meeting Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—The Western Michigan … is consideration of the terms of a new three-year contract with WMU's Part-time Instructors Organization. The group has … If approved by the board, the contract will go into effect with the start of the fall 2013 semester. PIO and campus …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5853

Campus living again in high demand as students return for welcome activities

News

… Tuesday, Aug. 29. As Broncos return, they'll be greeted with open doors at the WMU Student Center, the new heart of campus built with belonging in mind. Bronco Bash is just around the … during Fall Welcome to meet other students and get to know campus. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72431

WMU researcher's grant renewed for investigation of employment barriers among marginalized populations

College of Education and Human Development

… outcomes among individuals in marginalized populations with disabilities. According to Langston University, the … toward a field that is naturally inclusive of people with disabilities from traditionally underserved … communities.  "Our work continues to recognize that people with disabilities are amongst the most vulnerable …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73205