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Externships, research opportunities helped nursing grad chart path to success

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… work as a graduate nurse in critical care at Bronson Methodist Hospital after graduation. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Some … lead presentations that inform industry leaders. "I was able to go to a nursing conference and was the only … Michigan. "The Bronson School of Nursing program has really set us up for success in our field."  That success is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75401

Array of volunteering opportunities lead to 'eye-opening' experiences

W Magazine

… Spending time in these rural communities, the volunteers set up their tax centers and worked up to 14-hour days. … graduate Will Roosien , BBA ‘24, says the experience was enlightening. “Visiting the area was very eye opening,” … by using food waste from WMU’s Valley Dining Center prep kitchens. The food that is grown benefits the Essential …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75863

Top seniors honored as 2016 Presidential Scholars

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on The Presidential Scholar designation is the highest academic honor that WMU can … After each of this year's scholars are recognized and awarded certificates, a dessert reception will be held while … Science Foundation-funded research program and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Summer Research Program. Among …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31219

Four faculty receive Fulbright Scholar awards, including one Distinguished Scholar Award

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… Four faculty receive Fulbright Scholar awards, including one Distinguished Scholar Award Submitted by Deanne … separate bodies of work in dialogue with each other and to set a long-range research agenda centered on our common …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68180

Community invited to help WMU celebrate 2015 Homecoming

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… the 2014 Parade of Flags. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—History and traditions are taking center stage during Western Michigan … are gathering across campus to welcome home alumni, stage award programs and hold special pregame tailgates Oct. 24 to … Collections Center. Tammy Collins , owner of Evolve Visual Design, will be presented with the Alumni Community Impact …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27946

Two will receive WMU's Distinguished Service Award

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… Two will receive WMU's Distinguished Service Award Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. … pillar of WMU's mission, global engagement, Dr. Covell has set a standard that few others could meet," wrote a … in many areas, whether fixing a bug in a computer, designing and building new devices, writing computer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48801

Western staff honored for making a difference for students, University success

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… Western staff honored for making a difference for students, University success Submitted by … and Scott Hennessy will be recognized during the Fall Awards Celebration on Friday, Sept. 29 , for making a … Western’s Dining Services, including creating manuals and set-up guides. “He is always so upbeat and friendly, and our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72256

Fifty seniors receive WMU's top undergraduate honor

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… 2016 Presidential Scholar. The annual Presidential Scholar designation is the highest honor WMU can bestow on an undergraduate. The award goes to the most outstanding seniors in each of the … research program in Boulder, Colorado, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Summer Research Program. Her …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/31959

STEM instruction reform focus of $1.4 million Hughes Medical grant

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… STEM instruction reform focus of $1.4 million Hughes Medical grant Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU secured one of only 37 awards made by HHMI this year. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A … them to work as a team to develop a research question, design a research effort to seek answers, and collect and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16296

Purpose-filled pursuit of patient connection

W Magazine

… father, he realized after several undergraduate classes it wasn’t the right fit. The medical field interested him, but after trying out … for the job in a series of clinical rotations. “WMU has set me up for success.” Bazany’s drive to foster a patient …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62025