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Eleven incoming students earn $60,000 Foundation Scholarships

News

… Scholars were selected from a pool of more than 100 applicants. To be eligible for the award, they had to have a high … provide a financial "foundation" to the recipients so they can focus on their academic studies. The 10-member founding … list and together, they finished the 2015-16 academic year with a 3.8 collective GPA. In addition to the $60,000 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32204

Seita Scholars coaching program becomes national, international model

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… Scholars KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What started as a program to help youths who have aged out of foster care go on to success in … model, will be in California, training how that state can implement a similar coaching strategy to help young … model is easily adaptable to anyone having a conversation with a student. "It will be great to share this with the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/29829

WMU master's degree in finance expected in fall 2022

Haworth College of Business

… in Finance degree, which is expected to begin in fall 2022, with provisional applications now being accepted. The degree … we develop a master’s program. We know that there is significant demand for finance professionals who have the … students in the fall.” Those interested in the program can visit the website for details on courses offered and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67177

Area families needed to host international visitors

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… people, exploring new cultures and introducing U.S. American culture to international students. KALAMAZOO, … an international visitor and are required to provide them with a private bedroom and two meals daily—breakfast and … families may send an email to  @email  or call Barb Curley, host family coordinator with Lodge & Learn in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47588

Area families needed to host visiting international teachers, students

International Student and Scholar Services

… anywhere from one month to one year. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—If your family enjoys meeting new people, exploring new cultures and introducing American culture to international visitors, consider becoming a … an international visitor and are required to provide them with a private bedroom and two meals daily—breakfast and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32108

Western launches sustainability challenge to spark student innovation

Sustainability

… be implemented, what barriers might exist and how those can be addressed. Project proposals for the challenge are … in students’ knowledge and problem-solving experience with sustainability matters, regardless of their major," … is a factor that recruiters employ when recommending candidates for hire." A handbook that outlines procedures …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69331

U.S. News ranks WMU health programs among best in nation

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… University health programs among the best in the nation, with three of them--occupational therapy, physician … and one in Grand Rapids, Mich.--in the top 50, along with WMU's programs in speech-language pathology and … the College of Health and Human Services. "The CHHS family can take pride in these accomplishments as we move toward a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/605

Campus United Way campaign kicks off at rally

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… University will launch its annual United Way campaign with a noon kickoff celebration Thursday, Sept. 13 , in … builds a future when children succeed in school, families can support themselves and people are safe and healthy." See … pledge or donation, or to schedule a United Way meeting in your department, contact @email .   Contact: Deanne Puca …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1441

WMU launches student business accelerator

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… Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation in partnership with the Western Michigan University Office of Community … a promising idea for a product or service, which can be launched within a short period of time. Starting Gate … Starting Gate's fall cohort should visit wmich.edu/startinggate and submit applications by Sept. 6 . Members of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/9000

The road to success: Samantha Parent’s future in human resources

Haworth College of Business

… about working in human resources is the culture and change within organizations. In this field, y ou get to work with … to guide her.     “The change management course had the biggest impact on me, teaching me how necessary organizational … to succeed and grow,” she says. “In human resources, you are responsible for helping employees understand and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71124