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WMU now has rapid-result COVID-19 testing

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… Essling from Sindecuse Health Center administers a nasal swab to collect a sample for COVID-19 antigen testing. … the virus by testing samples collected from nasal cavity swabs and produces same-day results. The U.S. Food and Drug … to testing equipment and supplies needed to provide this service with an appeal to the leadership team at Quidel …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59788

For virtual job interviews: Make a list, check your surroundings twice

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… pandemic, they are learning to put their best face forward as they sit in front of a screen. Making a good … your roommate could make a cameo appearance, as was the case for graduate student Kalpesh Ghati . "My … he says. The University's Career and Student Employment Services and the Zhang Career Center staff have rolled out …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63027

Football, fun and fans highlight homecoming week

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… gathering across campus to welcome alumni home, recognize award winners and hold special pregame tailgates to gear up … link to video when available . Wednesday, Oct. 13 Dining Services is hosting a tailgate from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Valley … Hall Parking Lot 1. Join your fellow Broncos for the afternoon featuring live entertainment, games and great food …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65814

Food marketing students clinch second place at national university case competition

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… retailer and practiced public speaking. The presenting team was supported by the following students: Lee Ramsay of … of Three Rivers Mark Taylor of Grayslake, Illinois Katelyn Wandel of Gilberts, Illinois "Part of our strategy included … represented are affiliated associations, manufacturers and service suppliers, as well as other entrepreneurial …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63778

Western’s jazz program claims top honors in prestigious international music competition

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… jazz program claims top honors in prestigious international music competition Submitted by Megan Looker on [caption] … wins in DownBeat magazine's 44th annual Student Music Awards .  Graduate and undergraduate students secured seven … a pleasure to witness their work ethic and artistry year after year, even under this past year’s pandemic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64332

Department and Future Teachers of Color host inaugural study night event

College of Education and Human Development

… teacher in Michigan. And it is also something that isn't always talked about in our classes," says  Whitney   Lewis , … of Teaching, Learning and English Studies, for help. Soon after, they started planning for the event. "Dr. Pitts sent … all the students that graduated last year to see if there was a need for additional MTTC support, and a lot said they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75245

Biking for Black Lives Matter: WMU vocal jazz director raising money, awareness to combat systemic racism

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… Black Lives Matter: WMU vocal jazz director raising money, awareness to combat systemic racism Submitted by Erin Flynn … to the avid cyclist while he was out for a ride shortly after the killing of George Floyd. "I'd had a lot of … she realized she could channel her passion for jazz music into a career. "Everything that I know, the written …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60200

Summer seminars scheduled for WMU teachers

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… and full- and part-time faculty members keep moving forward in their careers as well as their teaching. Those … teaching with scholarly and professional growth as well as service, especially in the process of making the move from … For more information or to register for a program, visit wapps.wmich.edu/workshops . Direct questions to Jan …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39195

Amish to Bronco: Education student sets sights on graduate school to meet unique needs of her English learners

College of Education and Human Development

… gain my English as a second language endorsement. Western was one of the only universities offering this program when … she was still living in the Amish community. "Seven years after I graduated, they (elementary school) asked me if I … families of young children with special needs to crucial services that support their social, health and educational …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75072

Consumers, WMU show solar energy commitment with 1-megawatt solar garden

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… Consumers, WMU show solar energy commitment with 1-megawatt solar garden Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … Dean Houssam Toutanji, Dunn, Poppe and Michigan Public Service Commissioner Rachael Eubanks at the Sept. 16 ribbon … for 200 Michigan homes and businesses. The 1-megawatt solar power plant is the energy provider's second …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35079