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WMU honors innovative teaching at Spring Convocation
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… by Extended University Programs, the Innovative Teaching Award will be presented to the team of Marian Tripplett and … both of the School of Social Work. The Innovative Teaching Award is presented to individuals or teams who have developed … specialist in the College of Health and Human Services’ School of Social Work. In her role as program …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/29981
Study abroad scholarship opens world of opportunity for political science student
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… of books about the different houses of the royals when I was in high school, and I'm a huge fan of 'The Crown,'" she … "I toured Windsor Castle in June while (the Queen) was in residence, and just the day before she'd been out on … AN ADVOCATE All Gilman Scholars complete a Follow-on Service Project when they return home. Lindblade plans to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69281
Four faculty members named MAC Academic Leadership Development Program fellows
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… the institution with the other MAC fellows. It's a great way for them to explore new professional opportunities while … Africa and Switzerland. Archer has received a number of awards regarding his research and professional service including the New Professional Award from the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65810
New Resiliency Center coordinates care for the ‘whole person’
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… those who are in the child’s life.” Drawings hang on an art wall in the Children’s Trauma Assessment Center. These … Children. Established by the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) in 2020 through a state appropriation of … best fulfill their needs. Resiliency case manager Shelbey Watson-Beasley, also a social work graduate student, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63901
Western students partnering with MDOT on pioneering bridge project
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… and bridges and transportation networks. Research underway by Western Michigan University's renowned Center of … make a lot of assumptions during design, so now we want to validate how closely these assumptions represent the … on the structure throughout the construction process and in-service. Amunugama installs sensors on the structure in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66486
Numerous events scheduled to honor military veterans
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… Nov. 9 Panel discussion—"Military Family Life: Families, Service Members and Veterans," noon to 1:30 p.m. , … , indoor tennis courts, Student Recreation Center, WMU. Walk-in donors are welcome. To schedule an appointment, … appreciation night—At the Bronco football game, 8 p.m. , Waldo Stadium, WMU. Thursday, Nov. 12 Panel …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28104
WMU trustees approve Heritage Hall as name for Alumni Center site
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… Thomas notes, but also to renovate the facility in a way that will make it usable and reflective of the values … Western State Normal School. Over the years, the building was known by a variety of names, such as the Administration … campus maps as East Hall. The building remained in active service as a teaching facility until 1990 and then was home …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25457
WMU instructor and education students make privacy screens for virtual learning
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… the luxury. Maybe they live at the mission and they don't want people to know that based on the background. They may have families fighting in the background. They may just want privacy, period." Peake, a former Kalamazoo Public … color to pursue careers in education. The group completes service projects and facilitates opportunities for student …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62393
Most offices closed Thanksgiving weekend
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… 26. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Except for essential and emergency services, Western Michigan University offices will be closed … during the holiday weekend include a production of the Broadway musical "Elf" on Wednesday, Nov. 26 and a performance of … It is also& Military Appreciation Day and Senior Day at Waldo Stadium. Listed below are Thanksgiving weekend hours …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20330
Candidates for engineering dean position set for campus visits
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… NASA, Los Alamos National Laboratory and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. An active researcher, his research … range from boiling heat transfer and solar fuel to water desalination and biomedical engineering. He earned a … such areas as inclusion, research and creative activities, service learning, and international education. Prior to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20052