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Reading, writing and reflecting on service learning

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… McGrath isn't like most. "I loved getting a chance to work with kids," says McGrath, an honors student from Canton who is majoring in food and … requires students to complete 15 hours of community service with an organization in southwest Michigan and reflect on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53333

Growing your own at Western: Bolstering the education workforce

W Magazine

… Kristi VanderWoude is working to transform her West Kelloggsville Elementary classroom in Grand Rapids, Michigan, … at Western to help her make those accommodations. Announced in May, the GYO program supports 80 districts in … teacher shortage. The University has partnerships in place with more than 20% of the first-round GYO district …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73397

Unbridled success: Broncos take horse-racing world by storm

W Magazine

… race. "The feeling of bringing all of these people along with us for the ride and opening up this door—I can't even … the word ‘surreal’ meant before a couple of weekends ago. Now I think we can say we know what it means." FAST TRACK TO … job interview at mergers and acquisitions firm Legg Mason in Baltimore, Maryland, right after graduation. He …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71843

Alumnus surfs the turbulence to success

W Magazine

… to success Submitted by Deanne Puca on Delta pilot Steve Denomme, BS '00 DETROIT— Steve Denomme’s movie script for his … where that would take me I didn't know. I just jumped in with both feet, working my way to what interested me,” … Although he was called back to finish training, he was furloughed by Mesaba that October. He worked as an instructor …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71774

University photographer shares top photos

Brand

… dressed up for Halloween. Fall takes on a wintry tone as snow hits Western’s campus. Students carry on despite the … 2021. The Broncos defeated the Eastern Michigan Eagles with a final score of 196.025 to 195.975. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63749

Sports coaching master's program one of 13 accredited by national organization

College of Education and Human Development

… coordinator. "Being accredited the NCACE also provides us with national recognition and brings attention to the work … that meets rigorous national standards and provides them with the necessary skills to succeed."   SPORTS COACHING AT … Standards for Sport Coaches that represent a core body of knowledge, skills and competencies that coaches should …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75880

University College to become Merze Tate College, honoring legacy of trailblazing alumna

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… University College to become Merze Tate College, honoring legacy of trailblazing alumna Submitted by Erin Flynn … a bold and courageous trailblazer who explored the world with passion and purpose; that's the same type of spirit we … Career and Student Employment Services : Assists students with career exploration, job searching, interviewing, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65686

Adventures in sustainability: Students expand their horizons in India

Haworth College of Business

… expand their horizons in India Submitted by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—College is not just a time to … Sustainability in India study abroad trip provided them with a unique opportunity to see how businesses can think … “Indian buddies” program where Western students were paired with a student from Christ University. After each day’s …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/70967

Big things are brewing: Alum leads the charge to diversify craft brewing industry

W Magazine

… her hair as a crown of hops. The brewery’s name is a nod to Grand Rapids, nicknamed “Calder City.” The Black … in which we belong. Black is a strong word associated with strength, power, sophistication and elegance. Putting … artwork you will see on the walls and the artists we work with to create them, to the music playing in the taproom, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63903

Three to receive WMU's Distinguished Faculty Scholar honors

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… Three to receive WMU's Distinguished Faculty Scholar honors Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … a significant body of achievement that is widely recognized within the national and international academic communities. … of physics, is a first-rate theoretical atomic physicist with keen physical insight and unquestioned scientific …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42952