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Math and science experts chosen for teaching fellowship program
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… to provide Michigan's high-need urban and rural schools with teachers who offer both cutting-edge preparation and … demonstrated that students in high-need schools are significantly less likely to have access to such teachers, … high-need schools means both creating opportunities for the young people who most need them and building the state's …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8125
Stanford design school names four WMU students innovation fellows
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… and leaders in academia and industry. "We believe students can help accelerate the pace of change in higher education," … "They have creative ideas and are very resourceful. With proper training and mentorship, they are initiating … of the application process. That video can be viewed at youtube.com/watch?v=Wu9ascKu2oI . The Silicon Valley Meetup …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45923
Funding awards help small businesses hire summer interns
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… seventh consecutive year, small businesses in West Michigan can apply for matching funds to help them hire Western … program provides matching funds to help small businesses with 250 or fewer employees hire WMU students to work on … hour. She adds that there are few restrictions on who can apply, but the MCRN funding is targeted toward companies …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45200
WMU students eligible for deep discount on symphony tickets
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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University students can attend performances of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra … KSO officials. Students who show up at the venue box office with their Bronco Cards an hour before any performance in … a $5 ticket to any available seat in the house. Students can next take advantage of the offer Friday, Nov. 20 , when …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27882
Trustees update graduate residency policy, change nonresident graduate tuition structure and rates
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… designed to align the graduate student residency policy with the undergraduate policy. Beginning summer II in 2020, … opportunities provided to them. As a result, a student can be enrolled in main campus courses, courses held at … classes online. Under a multiple tuition rate structure, it can be difficult for students to grasp the total tuition and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/57018
New program teaches business students how to ask valuable questions
Haworth College of Business
… all pre-business students take. “I was immediately onboard with the FRAME method,” says Tim Buchanan , instructor of … the FRAME method has been a transformative tool that significantly enhanced my communication skills, particularly within … leads to collaboration. Personal growth is gained when you demonstrate curiosity, which also elevates how you are …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75417
'Julie Loves to Dance'
W Magazine
… Library who inspired and supported her books from a young age. PORTAGE, Mich.—In just her second year at … into the professional world as a published author with her children’s book, “Julie Loves to Dance.” From … to discoing in the bathroom and boogieing on her bed, Julie can’t help but bust a move wherever she goes in this …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73420
WMU's nonprofit leadership program named best in nation
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Students and faculty pose with the Sprint Program Excellence Award. KALAMAZOO, … School of Public Affairs and Administration. The video can be viewed at nlsawmu.org . Among best practices … the school and have raised an additional $2,000 so they can award $15,000 to community organizations in spring 2015. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20904
WMU business students to continue service project to honor veterans
Haworth College of Business
… 14 sections of the college's First-Year Experience course with course instructors and faculty of the college leading … learn more about the history of Fort Custer and the significance of the project. "It is important for students to … the impact the project has on the community and students. "You never know the impact you make when you first start …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27829
Fall programs highlight tuition-related employee benefit
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… held this semester so Western Michigan University employees can learn about their free-tuition benefit. All employee … program for the spouse and dependent children of employees with full-time benefits eligibility. Full-time benefits-eligible employees can take undergraduate or graduate courses tuition free. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42941