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Western's Carbon Neutrality Committee turning up the heat on climate commitments

News

… accelerate goals. "Western was early out of the gate to aggressively attack the climate change problem. We had one of … academic affairs, charged the Carbon Neutrality Committee with considering whether it is feasible to achieve the goal … to be the kind of leader to address this issue head-on. We can take actions that matter here for us and our community, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63977

WMU salaried employees to move from 26 to 24 paychecks per year

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… salaried employees to a 24-paycheck-per-year schedule with two consistent dates each month when paychecks are … pay schedule will apply to all salaried employees, while hourly and student employees will remain on their current … conversion as well as answers to frequently asked questions can be found at wmich.edu/payroll/payroll/semimonthly.html . …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23548

Western offers new course on the intersection of artificial intelligence and writing

College of Arts and Sciences

… This innovative offering, developed in collaboration with WMUx , provides students the chance to delve into the … learning activities and adaptable assignments that can cater to different scenarios as AI evolves. One notable … like a pencil, typewriter or computer, and explore how it can enhance our students' writing competencies and written …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71959

Western ‘shows up’ for our community in United Way Campaign

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… its commitment to the community through its partnership with the United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI). … written forms, Western faculty, staff and students can contribute to this impactful initiative. To request a … of us. When we show up to give our time or resources, we can make a lasting impact, says  President Edward Montgomery …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/wmu-united-way-2024-launch

Engineer-turned-electronics recycling expert to give upcoming talk

Haworth College of Business

… Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-6059 or at  … or register at  wmich.edu/business/e-rsvp . To suggest an entrepreneur who should be considered for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31207

WMU ISM program named top 10 in the country for second time in a row

Haworth College of Business

… rates.  Gartner, the definitive organization dealing with industry supply chains, began ranking universities in … Report authors note, "Because far fewer North American students have had paying jobs prior to college, exposure to real professional settings is a must. If you're allocating scarce internship and recruiting resources …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33427

WMU jazz students roll a lucky 'seven' in this year's DownBeat Awards

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… The strong finish puts WMU in good company, in second place with the University of Music and the Performing Arts in … program. "And, obviously, it's an amazing thing when you consider the scope of the programs we have bested. Most … are among the most dedicated, hard-working individuals you will ever encounter," Knific says. Over the past …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23720

Students learning to navigate, adapt to challenges of remote education

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… students are often technologically savvy and comfortable with online communication, it's still been a challenging … she says, joking that she could fall back on a career as a Youtuber. Dybing admits being nervous when she first heard … are working really hard to give us the best education they can, and it shows." It's not surprising the WMU community is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58706

Theatre student's Lego Broadway creations set to debut in New York City

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… from the 1979 Broadway production of "Sweeney Todd." Lee with the six Lego sets that make up his "Hal Prince … Lee calls his creations "a love letter to the American musical." Lee adjusts pieces on his re-imagined 1979 … Opera." Lee calls his creations a love letter to the American musical. Lee The exhibit is the culmination of a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65558

Thousands of students and families to attend orientation sessions

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… mandatory, but those who choose to participate come away with a better understanding of WMU and its service and … at WMU. They tour campus, take placement tests, meet with academic advisors, register for fall classes, finalize … of the issues college students face and how they can support as well as meaningfully interact with their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/574