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Longtime staff member recognized with semi-annual award

College of Education and Human Development

… event. Amy Burns (center) and CEHD staff enjoy catching up at Western's staff bash. Amy Burns accepts the 2018 CEHD … exceptional work and outstanding contributions in support of faculty, staff, students, administrators and all … their full potential. She has been a steady and consistent support during the transition from the late  Dean Ming Li …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70233

Eleven incoming students earn $60,000 Foundation Scholarships

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… Academy. She plans to study fashion merchandising and design at WMU. Shaylee Faught is from Grand Rapids and will … is based on both merit and financial need, and is designed to provide a financial "foundation" to the recipients … to attend WMU. The Foundation Scholarship fund is set up in the WMU Foundation. Donations to the fund can be made …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32204

Water quality research and engineering firm is newest BTR Park partner

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… in storm water management, hydrogeological modeling and design, sustainability, green infrastructure and community … and environmental components. Helping corporations "green up" and restoring watersheds are among the initiatives … and management, environmental restoration and proactive design work to implement best practices, Carpenter says the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43452

Alumni share their entrepreneurial spirit with Broncos Lead interns

W Magazine

… As entrepreneurs themselves, they understand and can offer support. “Whatever your vision, we’re ready to make that … helpful because it’s difficult to have a full-time job to support yourself and an internship, as well,” adds Eli … and difficult if you don’t have a team behind you to support you. We are trying to help bring our clients to the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72486

Fort St. Joseph celebrates 25 years of archeological education

College of Arts and Sciences

… the fort's site through surveys and excavations, supported by a passionate group known as Support the Fort and … St. Joseph from 2007-09. “I think that was one of the biggest benefits for me.” While at Western,  Beaupre spent … beyond unearthing history and fostering community; it significantly influenced their professional paths. “We meet …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74438

Nine incoming students earn $60,000 Foundation Scholarships

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… is based on both merit and financial need, and is designed to provide a financial "foundation" to the recipients … graduate school. The Foundation Scholarship fund is set up in the WMU Foundation. Donations to the fund can be made … in the giving form's special instructions box for designations. For more information about the Foundation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42170

100 years later, WMU's famed 'Black Ghost' remembered

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… struck fear in the hearts of gridiron opponents and racked up scoring records that lasted decades, all the while … player known nationally as "The Black Ghost." The family group, which will meet with WMU leaders during the visit, was … Dunlap took the field. Waldo told Dunlap the school would support the player if he chose to play, but Dunlap opted to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41428

Summer celebrations in downtown Kalamazoo start in June

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… on West Michigan Avenue and south on Portage Street. A lineup of businesses, nonprofit organizations and individuals will goof-it-up using everything from animals, colorful costumes and makeup, to decorated vehicles, music and more. Known for its …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40052

WMU charter schools expert to take part in debate to air on public radio

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… charter school movement and whether that movement has lived up to its promise. Other panelists include Dr. Julian …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38426

From mechanic to dietician, Air Force veteran focused on helping patients maintain healthy lifestyles

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… and our food system is to climate change." The multiple support systems I found at Western—in addition to having a … about the faculty and staff here. They definitely set me up for success. They're here to work with you every step of … have to put it into practice." Academic and professional support played key roles in Fischer's success at Western, but …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/nutrition-dietetics-fall-2024-graduate-derek-fischer-air-force-veteran-employed