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WMU gets $3.2 million to build culture of degree completion, success

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… through ongoing research, student success programs that can tackle the problem of low rates of degree completion. … The goal is to create programs that other universities can adopt, knowing there is sound research data behind the … supportive of student persistence. The work will be done with the input of students for whom the problem of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19312

Wind and percussion musicians featured at 50th annual festival

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… , both in Miller Auditorium. The conference will conclude with an evening performance beginning at 7:30 p.m. in Miller … with Steven Scott Smalley, the National Band Association's Young Composer and Conductor Mentorship Project, and the … iTunes. "Joyride for Orchestra" won the Arizona Musicfest's young composer fanfare competition, and "You Are Cordially …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46391

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute appoints new director

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… Dr. Toni Woolfork-Barnes will transition to her new role with OLLI at WMU on Wednesday, May 1 . Woolfork-Barnes … to education for all. "We are pleased to have found that candidate in Dr. Woolfork-Barnes," says Martini. … had two separate stints as the director for Upward Bound at WMU with time between the two spent as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52789

Western’s new associate vice president for facilities management looking forward to supporting campus efforts

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… team. I am honored to have the opportunity to work with such an accomplished group of professionals and build … are to support the facilities management team in any way I can while creating an environment that supports the … everyday maintenance and future projects that are significant to the community. "At this point, it is important for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68497

Liv Hale’s future in advertising is the mane event

Haworth College of Business

… spent her summer as a marketing and communications intern with Traverse City Horse Shows to promote large-scale … role in Hale’s professional goals, creating a base that she can build.  “The B.B.A. curriculum at WMU Haworth is so … are looking to get the most out of their time at WMU. “Put yourself out there and get involved! My collegiate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73215

Simulation trains employees to aid military veterans

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… Staff simulation may be started at any time on any day and can be stopped and resumed as necessary. It is provided by … engage simulation participants in role-play conversations with virtual student veterans. Participants get hands-on … participate in the simulation must first create an account with Kognito by visiting kognitocampus.com/login . Use the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37670

WMU professor elected senator of Phi Beta Kappa

College of Arts and Sciences

… prestigious Senate,” Pastrana-Pérez said. “Together with other organizations, such as the National Humanities … education. The committee considers how well the applicant institution’s academic environment and educational … as a senator, and it gives me great satisfaction to know I can make a difference in educating our politicians, our …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/12/pastrano-perez-ppksenate

Women's basketball 2012-13 schedule set

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… foes include six post-season participants." Basketball fans can preview this year's team at one of two pre-season … Arizona Thanksgiving tournament. The MAC Tournament begins with first-round games at campus locations March 9, and … non-conference schedule," Clipfell said. "We have a very young team, and this schedule will throw us into the fire …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1554

College of Arts and Sciences honors 18 alumni at 2023 Alumni Achievement Awards

College of Arts and Sciences

… honorable military veterans who have served our nation with distinction, and many others. Their stories vividly … for Intercultural and Anthropological Studies)  Dr. Ozcan Gulacar (Mallinson Institute for Science Education)  Dr. … Philosophy) Dr. John Novak (Department of Physics)  Sean McCann (Department of Political Science)  Dr. Emily Fredericks …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73115

WMU efforts for former foster youth earn national recognition

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… WMU efforts for former foster youth earn national recognition Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Seita Scholars and staff members with at the April 2013 commencement. Photo courtesy of the … succeed and being able to learn from them about how we can better support students and make higher education a more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12750