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Math professor awarded Fulbright grant to work in South Africa

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… thinks doing a little more talking about math could lead to better learning outcomes for students. So he is using his … academic year. At WMU, he has been teaching content classes up to the calculus level as well as mathematics education … to explore ethnomathematics—the study of the relationship between culture and math—and to observe mathematics …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38948

WMU program collecting donations for student coats and boots

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… are being solicited from the campus community. Estimates suggest a pair of boots and a coat will each cost $50 to $75. … please email @email . The Seita Scholars Program provides up to 160 tuition scholarships to youth who experienced foster care, as well as a comprehensive support program, campus housing during breaks, and other …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20344

WMU research team wins grant to study impact of speed on crashes

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… whether changing speed limits on Michigan interstate freeways has had an impact on crash types and severity. The … they want to expand the study that was done by MSU and get better results." The research team began gathering data in … a roadway curve, you have to adjust the way that curve is designed." Another economic impact results from the reduced …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/33086

WMU food marketing students strike gold at national case competition

Haworth College of Business

… life stages,” says Dehn. “For Harps’ 81 stores, we came up with a marketing plan and four different merchandising … were targeted toward each stage: young transitionals, start-up families, small-scale families and young, bustling … life stage, we were able to give a snapshot of what that group currently needs from a grocery store.” This segmentation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38530

Nine to be feted as top staffers for fall 2017

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… Kramer , Facilities Management-building custodial and support services Chris Praedel , Office of Development and … and daily investment of energy and creativity. Up to 15 staffers may be selected in each of two semiannual …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/44058

WMU's estimated 2014-15 operating budget set

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… for base funding from the state. That amount is up more than $5.5 million—or 5.6 percent—compared to last year's support from the state. The top revenue element in the new … budgets, including a 3 percent increase in utility costs. A better than $2.6 million increase in institutional support …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16515

Richmond Center to host anniversary gala

College of Fine Arts

… to celebrating a decade of contemporary art and community support, the event will raise funds for the future of the … "Art and Soul," the gala also pays tribute to patrons and supporters. "Just as contemporary art nourishes the soul, the … nearly 10,000 visitors each year. The galleries are always free and open to the public. Proceeds from the benefit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43370

Nominations sought for Global Engagement Award

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… member. An individual may only receive the award once. Up to two Global Engagement Awards are made each year during …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43467

Nearly $3M grant will help WMU increase ESL-endorsed teacher workforce

College of Education and Human Development

… provided they pass the ESL certification sub-test. Supported teachers will receive $10,500 scholarships that will increase up to $11,000 in year five in addition to $300 for books and … test fees. In-service teachers will also be provided up to $1,000 for materials and resources for a project they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69606

Nominations sought for LBGTA awards program

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… WMU student who will be enrolled in fall 2014, as well as up to five awards in two categories. Awards Bronco Pride …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13452