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WMU first Michigan campus to bring live visual interpreting to users 24/7
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… Alicia Marques navigates obstacles using a white cane, formats papers with the help of an audible screen … Western has provided a sighted assistant to help. This fall, the University became the first institution in the … but Aira makes it more convenient and easier.” How it works Aira is a free downloadable iOS or Android …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73591
WMU announces new class of Experience-Driven Learning Venture Grant recipients
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… spiders The world needs more water spiders—and Western can help. While the notion might spark arachnophobia in … digital marketing career fair of its kind in the country in fall 2024. "Seeing how many students (at Western) are learning all of these new …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/05/experience-driven-learning-venture-grants-2025-announcement
Help select WMU's top four staffers for 2012
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… group will review new information submitted for the candidates, as well as their previously submitted semiannual … submit new information should include specific examples of how their candidates have demonstrated dedication to … award is reserved for exceptional employees—those who reach far beyond their assigned responsibilities to give …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/385
Leadership, internship and relationships elevate sport management grad's experience
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… Droppers , event management program coordinator, taught him how to make itineraries, plan events and draw crowds to … advocates, so you need to talk to them as much as you can and approach every day as a new opportunity," he says. … to find the keys. Once you take the initiative, everything falls into place." Cheatham racked up experience as a …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/graduate-success-sport-management-ethan-cheatham
Still time to register for noncredit lifelong learning classes, trips
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… on Registration still open for Academy of Lifelong Learning fall classes and trips KALAMAZOO—It's not too late to sign … noncredit courses cover a wide range of topics, from how to treat trauma, understanding the energy landscape and … is today as well as explore local landmarks that are significant to Cuba's cultural heritage. This fall semester, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9262
Western ‘shows up’ for our community in United Way Campaign
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… Western ‘shows up’ for our community in United Way Campaign Submitted … written forms, Western faculty, staff and students can contribute to this impactful initiative. To request a … in Western’s deep commitment to giving back , which extends far beyond the campus boundaries and helps those in the …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/wmu-united-way-2024-launch
International health care experiences put nursing grad on path to career success
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… I have a lot to give. When people come to the hospital, it can be the worst moment of their life. So something as … on me constantly, asking me what I'm going to do next and how they can help. Some have really gone out of their way." … from textbooks that you have in school can only get you so far; research is the next step. And at Western, it's been …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/nursing-graduate-2024-commencement-emily-bosak-career-success
College of Arts and Sciences students win big in 2025
College of Arts and Sciences
… was held April 11-13 at the University of Notre Dame, showcases the top skating teams nationwide. The College of … Wardin, a senior studying political science, Natalie Duncan, a junior studying criminal justice and psychology, … as general manager. “This award is a recognition of how far we have come as a radio station. All the credit goes to …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-national-wins-0
From Middle East to Midwest, aviation management student thrives through new opportunities
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… with the Haenicke Institute was enough to tell me how inclusive Western is," she says. "I never felt like I … Western is where Sundareswaran learned about snow, American football and Meijer, and it's also where she grew into a … And speaking of excitement, her favorite title on campus by far was Lawson Lunatic, proudly cheering on the hockey …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75474
With a mentor by her side, Abbie Meredith is embracing her WMU experience
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… about my career path and gives me insight into what I can expect as I go into industry.” The College of … explains Meredith. “Mike has provided valuable insight into how the dynamics of a team can work and what he has learned … is just a really good human being, and our connection so far has been great. I genuinely look forward to our …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71514