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

Haworth College of Business

… Samantha Parent’s future in human resources Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As senior … 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 …

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

A love letter to single parents: WMU alum publishes poetry collection

College of Arts and Sciences

… parents: WMU alum publishes poetry collection Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Andrew Collard on his book … of many titles: parent, teacher and, now, published author. With the release of his book, “Sprawl,” Collard is moving … a low-income single parent.   “A lot of ‘Sprawl' is dealing with being a parent and a low-income person,” says Collard. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74346

Western’s Pilot Plant gains machine to create recyclable, compostable trays

W Magazine

… and Lon Pschigoda, WMU Pilot Plant general manager, work with the machine donated by Germany-based Keifel Technologies. Senior Isabelle Ownby holds a tray made from … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University has partnered with Kiefel Technologies to become one of a select few …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70874

Western Michigan University launches new course on tribal governance

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University, in partnership with three local tribal nations, is adding a tribal … planning, the course was developed in partnership with members of the Pokagon , Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish and Nottawaseppi Huron bands of Potawatomi Indians . "Current …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66272

Memorial tree and plaque dedication ceremony held in honor of Dr. Ming Li

College of Education and Human Development

… Memorial tree and plaque dedication ceremony held in honor of Dr. Ming Li Submitted by Chris Hybels on Li's family … trustee. Dr. Ying Zeng, director of Asian Initiatives with Western’s Haenicke Institute for Global Education. Dr. … he just had this positive energy and when you talked with him you couldn't help but be impacted by this …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/74923

Broncos Lead intern pursues passion for early child development at preschool

College of Education and Human Development

… up front is huge to some of these small businesses and nonprofits who haven't been able to host interns in the past … in professional development workshops, build relationships with mentors and a create video presentation to add to their … in ways that confirm their passion for their careers with support from the University." Located in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72185

Collaborative effort at WMU supports health and safety of firefighters

College of Education and Human Development

… screenings. Firefighters also completed chest x-rays, diagnostic ultrasounds and fitness testing.  Required annually, … have demanding physical and mental stresses associated with their profession," says  Dr. Mike Miller , professor of … needed and brought those things to Sindecuse." Dr. Gayle Ruggiero , medical director of Sindecuse Health Center, adds …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75647

Global internship experience brings marketing student closer to her goals

Haworth College of Business

… Isabel Henrickson's internship included teaming up with other interns internationally and presenting her work … president and vice presidents during a meeting in Sweden with six other interns from around the world, Western … part of a new course in search engine optimization and to another mentor, Dr. Scott Cowley , associate professor of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69664

NPR counterterrorism correspondent to give talk

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… counterterrorism correspondent to give talk Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Temple-Raston KALAMAZOO—Western … a timely talk on international issues in conjunction with the 2013 Great Decisions Discussion Series organized by … address the nation's new and emerging challenges in dealing with terrorism and counterinsurgency. Questions about …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4380

Why are store shelves out of products like toilet paper? WMU expert says it comes down to continuing to improve supply chain

Haworth College of Business

… down to continuing to improve supply chain Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tom Kelly, instructor of … increasing their use of everyday household items. But why, with a drive in demand, are grocery store shelves still … management program , identifies key reasons stores are struggling to keep widely used items in stock. “There are a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59026