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WMU men's rugby club eyes national championship

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… club eyes national championship Submitted by Erin Flynn on The WMU men's rugby team practices in the shadow of Heritage … win over the University of Dayton, the rugby Broncos are ready to take on powerhouses from across the country at … major from Chicago. "Leave it all on the field. That's what led us to the championship."  "We are very proud of

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53484

Prescribed burns planned at Asylum Lake Preserve

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… burns in Western Michigan University's Asylum Lake Preserve are planned for this month to improve the ecology and aesthetics of the natural area. If weather … hired Wildtype to start removing invasive vegetation in a 15-acre section of the preserve that was wreaking havoc on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4937

Counseling alum writes her trauma and journey to heal with memoir

College of Education and Human Development

… by Chris Hybels on Demarra West, author of "Me Too: A Therapist's Journey to Heal, Find Liberation, and Joy" … to overcome past trauma and live abundantly in every area of their lives. A survivor of trauma herself, West … that I use to help support my clients and community. But what I realized through finding these practices that I had …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75465

Reading, writing and reflecting on service learning

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… playground equipment and cleaning up juice box spills isn't the way most college students choose to spend their free … and reflect on how the experience applies to their future careers. More than a dozen community partners met with … "Simply put, having volunteers like Sam means we can do what we do." A Learning Experience The chance to help kids …

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

Trustees approve recent retirements, resignations

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The retirements of four faculty members and nine staff … faculty. Faculty retirements All of the faculty members who are retiring are doing so with emeritus status. Their names, … professor of human performance and health education, 25 years, effective June 30, 2015. Dr. Dennis D. Pence, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21134

Mentors and memberships: Becoming an engineer and a leader

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… I am able to keep my options open because my major prepares us for any industry.”  – Rachel Millett KALAMAZOO —Back … student to focused, industrial engineering leader. To get there, she has pushed herself to explore new things and … engineering.” She also participated in the college’s professional mentorship program , which connects students with …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/01/news20240174502

Three accountancy students receive $15,000 scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… University received a competitive $15,000 scholarship from the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) for … is intended to encourage accounting students to pursue careers in auditing. Mary Welk, Marcos Chavez-Cortez and … all of it: Dr. Carrie Burke. She helped me understand what WMU Haworth can provide—from career fairs, to resume …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/01/pcaob-scholarship

Student-athletes ready to tackle senior seasons

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… instead of selfies. Toning instead of tanning. A day at the beach took on different meaning for Western Michigan … their seasons get underway, a few seasoned student-athletes are giving a glimpse into what it's like juggling academics, athletics and life in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54896

Dance students join pros for Chicago performance

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… troupe from Chicago during a special joint performance in the windy city this month. The students and professional … lunches from the theater or bring their own lunch. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at harristheaterchicago.org or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/47

Welcoming messages going up around campus

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… by Korey Force on Welcome boards can be found near the entrance to WMU’s libraries. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—"Be … proud," "Mi casa es su casa" and "You belong here" are just some of the messages people have been posting on … as well as employees and the Kalamazoo community about what can be done to make sure everyone feels safe and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38526