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WMU offers workshop on leadership in a technical world

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… entrepreneurial engineering and engineering management and former provost of WMU, will facilitate a two-day seminar for anyone wanting to explore their own leadership … for more than 1,700 employees and a budget of upwards of $275 million. Previously, he has served as dean of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67342

Western launches sustainability challenge to spark student innovation

Sustainability

… solution pathways," says Dr. Neil Drobny , program director for the Bronco Challenge for Sustainable Impact and instructor of management in the Haworth College of Business. Drop-in informational meetings at the Office for Sustainability: …

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

Longtime educator, social work professional tapped to lead College of Health and Human Services as interim dean

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… says Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig , provost and vice president for academic affairs. “Under her leadership, I am confident … instructor in 2006 while also working as program manager for Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (known then as … School of Social Work, where she has been director for the last four years, Harrison has served as both faculty …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72066

Student-led summit to explore climate change concerns and accelerate campus carbon neutrality action

Sustainability

… Student Sustainability Summit will provide an opportunity for students across Western Michigan University to share … on the broad theme of climate change. The summit, planned for Saturday, Feb. 27 , from noon to 2 p.m. , is supported by the Western Student Association, the Office for Sustainability and the Climate Change Working Group. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63220

Baseball team to hold mandatory meeting ahead of walk-on tryouts

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… Michigan baseball will have a mandatory meeting for students interested in trying out for the 2012-13 team. The meeting will be held Wednesday, … in attendance will receive important medical clearance information needed for the walk-on tryout session, to be held …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1416

Candidates to head education college visiting campus

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… officials have announced the names of five candidates for the position of dean of the College of Education and … Dr. Page Smith , professor of education and associate dean for graduate studies and administration at the University of … , interim executive director of the Ohio University Center for International Studies, Thursday, June 13. The successful …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7477

WMU graduate students author infant foster care grant

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… Initiative will serve as the umbrella organization for a new social service program aimed at improving outcomes in infant foster care. The effort is being made possible by a $50,000 grant from the … in infant foster care. The initiative provides training for 15 social workers in the nationally recognized …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1512

Biomedical sciences graduate continues family legacy at WMU

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… on Read a special message from President Edward Montgomery  for Western Michigan University's 2020 graduates. Alaa … legacy,” says Sleymann—a tradition she hopes will continue for generations to come. PASSIONATE ABOUT HELPING OTHERS … dedicated professors,” says Sleymann, who admits she struggled with doubt early on as classes became more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59037

Sport management alum finds success with Indiana Pacers

College of Education and Human Development

… in professional sports. In his role as the corporate ticket sales manager with Pacers Sports & Entertainment (PS&E), he … Gainbridge Fieldhouse. "I help create memorable experiences for businesses across central Indiana and Indiana as a whole … NBA's 2024 All Star Weekend in Indianapolis. One of the biggest accomplishments in his career was being a part of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74862

Twenty incoming students win $50,000 Medallion Scholarships

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… the names of their scholarships' donors or the individuals for whom the scholarships were established. About the … in May. The students were selected after competing for the awards in the 30th annual Medallion Scholarship … BEACON summer program at Michigan State University's Kellogg Biological Station. Hudy-Velasco was named a National …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7662