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He’s back: James Rhodes’ 40-year WMU story
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Submitted by Cindy Wagner on James Rhodes, faculty specialist in computer science, has more than 30 years of professional experience in information … as automated vehicles and robots, mean job security—the biggest benefit of the computer science career. Students will …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65975
Student marketing association recognized for exceptional planning and communications efforts
Haworth College of Business
… several chapter awards that highlight the value of this student organization. The awards, judged by a panel of … and internal and external communications. The AMA is an active organization at the Haworth College of … with members.” Atkin, who has been chapter advisor for more than 7 years, can attest to the quality and initiative of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67957
Nominations open in honorary degree process
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… Board of Trustees, WMU's Honorary Degree Committee has issued a call for nominations of individuals to be … will be made to WMU President John M. Dunn no later than Dec. 1, with the intent that any degrees approved be … place in conjunction with the Gilmore Keyboard Festival. This year's nominations should be sent to Kathryn L. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34743
WMU salaried employees to move from 26 to 24 paychecks per year
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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As the July 1 start of the 2015-16 fiscal year approaches, Western Michigan University is … pay schedule will apply to all salaried employees, while hourly and student employees will remain on their current … as annual salary is divided by 24 equal payments rather than 26. Annual leave will continue to be awarded in a lump …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23548
WMU researchers get $12.5 million grant for school leadership renewal
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… school renewal and sustainable implementation. The project is a collaborative effort involving WMU and two statewide … schools. "Initiatives that build from the ground up, like this one, are so precious," says Reeves. "They can ultimately … As a result of the Reading Now Network's efforts, more than 95 percent of the school districts in Regions 3 and 7 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43228
We have lift off: WMU launches UAV certificate programs
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… about to land. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is off to a flying start as one of a limited number of … Two, you can be close to ground, so that will give you much better signal quality. And we have all the control. If we … especially construction, agriculture and insurance. "The bigger drones cost a little more but they're stable and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54033
OT professor wins recognition from national organization
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… recognizes AOTA members who, with their knowledge and expertise, have made a significant contribution to continuing the … and advocate. Innovative teacher "Dr. Lindstrom has a consistent pattern of creating innovative teaching and learning … used assessment instruments. She also has mentored more than 25 students, faculty and alumni in research. Many of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20777
Exercise science students find their stride, combining passion for horses and healing
College of Education and Human Development
… Exercise science students find their stride, combining passion … for horses and healing Submitted by Nicole Leffler on Exercise science student Sarah Czupski volunteers at the Cheff … have physical, emotional or cognitive disabilities for more than 50 years. The state-of-the-art facilities are built for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70336
Music students slide to the top in national trombone competition
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… Solo Competition. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—It's not often a trombonist needs security clearance to perform. But Alyson Johnson … University freshmen are two of three tenor trombone finalists selected to compete in the American Trombone Workshop's … or finalists in the National Trombone Solo Competition more than a dozen times. The studio's reputation for elevating …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58182
Internship proves fruitful for business student
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… for business student Submitted by Erin Flynn on Erika Hejl is excited to start her career at Smucker KALAMAZOO, … about. We have the industry tour which allows students to visit more than 30 companies over the summer to network and explore …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53041