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WMU trustees vote to freezes tuition, housing costs to support students in response to pandemic

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… expect in 2020-21. The spring semester ends this week, as does the regular academic year. "It is our responsibility to … financial strain as a result of the nationwide economic slowdown caused by the coronavirus. The outbreak's economic … a range of strategies to navigate and overcome the downturn. Early on, the president’s cabinet forfeited two …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59125

WMU’s Food Marketing Conference to draw over 700 industry leaders

Haworth College of Business

… and manufacturers alike. Conference Presentations Jason Dorsey, best-selling author and Millennials expert, has been … as a generational expert on 60 Minutes, 20/20, The Today Show, The Early Show and more. Adweek calls Dorsey a … from Kroger, Trader Joe's, 7-Eleven, Rite Aid, Kellogg and H-E-B Food-Drugs. About the conference Now in its …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30897

Western staff honored for their commitment to student, University success

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… Michigan University's Tanya Bakija , Anetra Grice , Thomas Howe and Dawn Maynard will be recognized during Fall … those who nominated her. She is committed to transforming how students, faculty, staff and off-campus patrons view the … they have there.  “One of the most incredible aspects of working with Tanya is that she is definitely able to find …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68716

College-bound students invited to free financial aid event

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… Sunday, Feb. 8 , for College Goal Sunday and learn how to maximize their financial aid opportunities. The … assistance possible. What to expect WMU's event, one of dozens being held around the state as part of the MI College …  for additional details about MI College Goal and how to win a $1,000 scholarship, an iPad Mini or a $25 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21363

"Indistinguishable Reality" - Carolyn Wilson

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… my classmates."   - Carolyn Wilson, Kalamazoo, MI This artwork is part of WMU News' online Pandemic Art gallery. To view other artists' work,  visit the gallery . Contact: Megan Looker May 18, 2020 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59464

Four faculty members named MAC Academic Leadership Development Program fellows

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… 2021-22 ALDP fellows. "I'm really excited about working with this year's cohort," says Dr. Ed Martini , … participate in MAC workshops and create a portfolio documenting their experience. They also have the opportunity … and international organizations, including Canada, the Dominican Republic, the European Union, India, Malaysia, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65810

Mother-daughter duo seeking solutions for Pfizer as part of Senior Engineering Design Conference

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… It is rewarding to watch her understand the inner workings of an assembly process, planning a work cell and … “I would always ask her questions about what she was doing and I always thought what she did was interesting.” … for potential issues like that.” Robyn adds, “One of the biggest challenges I observe in any of the industries I have …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71406

Future educator hones leadership skills, gives back with student organization 'Blankets for Bronson'

College of Education and Human Development

… In its first year, Darrah's club crafted 35 blankets to donate to hospital patients. Blankets are sewn by tying two … me with my leadership skills, problem solving and learning how to be patient," says Darrah. "I've always had a deep … sense of wanting to volunteer, and my major is teaching me how to be of service to children." Darrah's leadership …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72253

WMU honors innovative teaching at Spring Convocation

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… and Dr. Dee Ann Sherwood , both of the School of Social Work. The Innovative Teaching Award is presented to … for Research. They include professional development workshops, Distinguished and Emerging Scholar talks, a … the College of Health and Human Services’ School of Social Work. In her role as program coordinator, Tripplett provides …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/29981

National organization recognizes WMU advertising and promotion students

Haworth College of Business

… to learn more about the advertising industry through networking, interviewing and industry immersion opportunities. … were both nominated for the program by Dr. Karen Lancendorfer , associate professor of marketing and director of … received national recognition this year," says Lancendorfer. "What has allowed them to achieve success is their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/45004