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WMU inks final Michigan community college reverse transfer agreement

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… school in the state to have reverse transfer agreements with all 28 community colleges in Michigan after signing its latest agreement with Bay de Noc Community College in Escanaba. This status … that WMU was the first school in the state to sign with a college out of state. “For decades, WMU has been a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21997

Sales students take second place at national competition

Haworth College of Business

… centered on how State Farm could connect more effectively with Gen Z users.” Sands details their presentation, adding, … strategy was to use micro- and macro-influencers on TikTok with an existing audience to raise awareness about State … “I’m definitely proud of how Erin and I were both able to juggle not only this competition, but our many different …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69903

WMU launches new entrepreneurship opportunities for students

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… are very entrepreneurial in nature. Many come to WMU with a business already underway and business ideas that … ultimately the needs of the economy. Hiring faculty with expertise in entrepreneurship, engaging with entrepreneurs in the business community and offering …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15728

35th Western Invitational Jazz Fest features MacArthur grant recipient

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… "genius" grant recipient Miguel Zenón will perform with the Western Jazz Quartet at 8 p.m. Friday, March 13 , and with the Western Michigan University Jazz Orchestra at … for several years and is recording and touring widely with his own group. He has been nominated for multiple …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/22144

Nearly $3M grant will help WMU increase ESL-endorsed teacher workforce

College of Education and Human Development

… instruction for MLs and assists education personnel working with MLs to meet high professional standards. The grant will … and Mathematics Program Improvement (SAMPI), a center within the Mallinson Institute for Science Education in … of Education. This will allow us to continue to work with school districts and support teachers in earning their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69606

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in October

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… My Father," an inspirational biography that shares the struggles of a family amidst adversity and one woman’s dream. … by Erika Sánchez. Read it and come back to talk about it with pizza! Registration is required; free. Wednesday, … Erika Sánchez. Read it and come back to talk about it with pizza! Registration is required; free. Thursday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49264

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in August

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… and biking, blueberry picking and conversation circles with international students. Opportunities to get globally … Iraq and New Zealand. Entrance is $5 for adults and $2 with a valid student ID; open to the public. CELCIS … Heart. Explore in a practical way the practices associated with Tibetan Buddhism, including concentration, mindfulness, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41385

Two will receive WMU's Distinguished Service Award

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… Institute for Global Education, will each be presented with a Western Michigan University Distinguished Service … jazz basic rhythms. He also formed an academic partnership with a teacher at Loy Norrix High School to assist in the … while teaching Japanese language at WMU and continued with a nine-year career in the College of Arts and Sciences …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42799

Future educators hit the ropes course to enhance collaboration skills

College of Education and Human Development

… prepares to walk across the Z-shaped balance beam. Maggie Walters, director of the Adventure Centre  at Pretty … and leadership development types of programs. And so with the students from TRIO FESP, we spent a day doing some …  Lake Camp getting to build connections and deepen bonds with one another. Participating in activities such as the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71574

Reminder: How to select your preferences for WMU alerts and advisories

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With the beginning of the 2019-20 academic year, students … the WMU Department of Public Safety. Students and employees with a wmich.edu email address automatically receive WMU … WMU Alerts and Advisory Notifications, crime-prevention suggestions and safety tips, and general comments about the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54703