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WMU history professor discovers new stories of early Colombia

History

… unintended detours, accolades and experiences. She is now able to reflect on a rewarding experience that gave her … Pérez-Villa first heard about the opportunity at the suggestion of a colleague, and after a lengthy four-stage interview process and a few months of delay, was notified of the award that set her off on a year-long …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75941

Finding his way: coursework, experiences and support

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… projects with an open mind. “I love how there are no right answers, only better answers; in the real world you … anything hundreds of ways and it allows you to have so much freedom with your work,” says Hicks. This summer, Hicks is … to Chemical Engineering class, Dr. Abubakr could see me struggling and told me start figuring out why I thought my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75952

Fort St. Joseph archaeological site focus of summer programs for all ages

News

… Units in Michigan, credits for recertification in Illinois, and/or credits applicable toward the Professional … and feature these topics and presenters: July 20 , "Bark Canoes and Dugouts: Early Transportation on West Michigan … Florida. Annual open house Fort St. Joseph also hosts its free open house from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32274

WMU to confer some 2,600 degrees during spring commencement

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… some 2,600 degrees during spring commencement Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU President John M. Dunn will preside … plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before each ceremony. Free parking will be available in all parking areas adjacent …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31775

One engineer’s dream: creating something from nothing

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… One engineer’s dream: creating something from nothing Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Shown working on a … But for Julianna Buck , senior engineering design technology major and president of the WMU Robotics Club, that … in an interesting industry and figuring out her future. “I know that sounds very vague, but that is just the best …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67717

TIME ranks Western as a ‘Best College for Future Leaders’

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… that excel in nurturing highly influential leaders and noting the expertise of the Haworth College of Business in … 2,000 top leaders in the U.S. spanning politicians, CEOs, Nobel winners and others to determine where they received … as well. The publication's listing ranked Western at No. 79 in the nation and third in the state.  "To be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74605

Expert Insights: Raising young children in a screen-saturated world

W Magazine

… Considering the impact of screens on child development is not about evoking guilt on adults or setting unrealistic or … is not what it used to be.  When a toddler’s whining, begging and crying starts for items paraded before them row … organization’s Early Childhood Work Group has created a free resource collection for families, educators and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72483

Campus office hours released for Memorial Day

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… Michigan University will observe Memorial Day with no classes Monday, May 28. Additionally, many offices will … reduced hours Monday. Classes resume and all offices resume normal hours Tuesday, May 29 . Listed below are Memorial Day … Public Safety at (269) 387-5555. Office closings apply to non-represented University employees. Many represented …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/47146

Sales and business marketing earns national top program accolades

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… earns national top program accolades Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Students in the Robert S. Kaiser Sales, … alumni, WMU's program is one of the largest and most renowned in the country. "WMU students consistently excel …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61874

WMU earns national recognition from U.S. Green Building Council

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… recognition from U.S. Green Building Council Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … 80 national campus sustainability leaders and the Detroit Free Press has named the University a Michigan Green Leader. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20744