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Western launches sustainability challenge to spark student innovation

Sustainability

… be implemented, what barriers might exist and how those can be addressed. Project proposals for the challenge are … in students’ knowledge and problem-solving experience with sustainability matters, regardless of their major," … is a factor that recruiters employ when recommending candidates for hire." A handbook that outlines procedures …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69331

U.S. News ranks WMU health programs among best in nation

News

… University health programs among the best in the nation, with three of them--occupational therapy, physician … and one in Grand Rapids, Mich.--in the top 50, along with WMU's programs in speech-language pathology and … the College of Health and Human Services. "The CHHS family can take pride in these accomplishments as we move toward a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/605

Campus United Way campaign kicks off at rally

News

… University will launch its annual United Way campaign with a noon kickoff celebration Thursday, Sept. 13 , in … builds a future when children succeed in school, families can support themselves and people are safe and healthy." See … pledge or donation, or to schedule a United Way meeting in your department, contact @email .   Contact: Deanne Puca …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1441

WMU launches student business accelerator

News

… Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation in partnership with the Western Michigan University Office of Community … a promising idea for a product or service, which can be launched within a short period of time. Starting Gate … Starting Gate's fall cohort should visit wmich.edu/startinggate and submit applications by Sept. 6 . Members of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/9000

Former PepsiCo CEO, industry leaders to speak at Food Marketing Conference

Haworth College of Business

… “We at Western Michigan University see our role as one that can assist industry retailers and wholesalers, consumer … issues and trends, ultimately helping us all connect better with our ever-changing food customer.” Keynote Conference … strategic thinkers of our time—she transformed PepsiCo with a unique vision, a vigorous pursuit of excellence and a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66713

World’s medievalists to convene virtually during annual congress

News

… Institute and has attracted professional scholars, most with university appointments; students; independent … "The Black Queen of Sheba: A Global History of an African Idea," presented by Dr. Wendy Laura Belcher , Princeton … to congress registrants within two days. Participants can express themselves through music, spoken word, dance, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/63939

PBS to air WMU alum's documentary on Joffrey Ballet

News

… PBS premiere Friday, Dec. 28 , on the network's "American Masters" program (check local listings). Bob Hercules ' … of American Dance," chronicles the company's modest start with a handful of touring dancers to its rise as one of the … this film," Hercules says. "It's one of those things where you pinch yourself and say, 'Did that really happen?'" In …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3786

WMU adds new undergraduate and graduate program concentrations

News

… 2014. Academic program changes The audiology concentration within the Bachelor of Science degree in interdisciplinary … option specifically designed for audiology. Students can double-count 12 credit hours of coursework in both … will train WMU students as behavioral consultants who can help other teachers manage students who present …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16288

Three high-profile graduates to receive WMU's top alumni honor

News

… Distinguished Alumni Award--the highest honor WMU can confer on its graduates. The 2018 award recipients are … Ed Gordon Gordon, who resides in Oakland County, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in communication from WMU in 1982. … He is the host and executive producer of "Ed Gordon," an hourlong quarterly news magazine on Bounce TV, as well as host …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49360

WMU Public Safety expands alert and advisory notification options

News

… Employees and students All employees and students with a wmich.edu email address will automatically receive … in to receive WMU Alerts via text or phone call, they also can opt to receive advisory notifications. Messages sent as … messages. Click on this icon in GoWMU to opt in or change your alert and advisory notification settings. How to opt in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49624