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Program that helps kids read wins STAR Award

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… that helps young children improve their reading skills has been saluted with a STAR Award . The award was presented at … originated with the administration of President Bill Clinton and the launching of the America Reads Challenge. Its … about themselves and a consistent relationship they can count on." The student volunteers are often studying …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/6964

WMU teams claim top two spots at project management competition

Haworth College of Business

… by Samantha Hooker on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Two five - member teams of Western Michigan University students placed … and evaluated rather than in-person presentations. Members of the winning team from WMU. Katie Zaharion , team … that the lessons learned in preparing for the competition can be used in a much broader sense. “Students made useful …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59292

WMU Food Marketing Conference brings innovation to the main stage worldwide

Haworth College of Business

… directors of business sharing their perspectives, we will be covering all facets of the food industry. Of course, our … sales expert, and top executives from Amazon, Circana, Kimberly-Clark, Kellanova, Kroger, Meijer, NielsenIQ, … a returning event that offers tastes and plates from Can-Do Kalamazoo, Kalsec and local chefs. An in-person, as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/74888

STEM-focused family event returns to WMU-Grand Rapids

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… event. “Our next generation of students and workers will be facing a world much different than in decades past, so it … of engineers, designers and other skilled individuals can cultivate their abilities.  “The AMP Lab was designed to … high-tech equipment such as 3D printers, lasers and scanners to offer hands-on instruction and training, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71219

Lifelong learning events, courses and trips announced for new semester

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… offerings. In the case of inclement weather, it will be held Wednesday, Jan. 25 . About January Thaw Osher Lifelong Learning Institute members, potential members and friends will be able to get … There also will be a book swap, during which participants can exchange up to five books they have read for five they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37257

Oboist teams up with pianist, dancer and lighting designer for free concert

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… Minji Kwon , dancer Kristin Marrs and lighting designer Peggy Mead-Finizio , will present an evening of music and … professor of oboe at the University of Iowa and has been hailed by Fanfare Magazine as "a performer of … technical ability, and a special gift for turning notes into poetry." For more information about the concert, visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38477

Cousins named American Council on Education Fellow

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… Cousins named American Council on Education Fellow Submitted by Anonymous (not … , an associate dean at Western Michigan University, has been named an American Council on Education Fellow for the … years of on-the-job experience and skills development into a single year. During the placement, fellows observe …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52636

WMU named 'Best for Vets' for fifth consecutive year

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… WMU named 'Best for Vets' for fifth consecutive year Submitted by … rates, staff support and academic support also figured into the rankings, as well as whether the institution accepts the American Council on Education recommendations on credits for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20247

Funding awards help small businesses hire summer interns

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… fifth consecutive year, small businesses in West Michigan can apply for funding to help them hire Western Michigan … to work on STEM or STEM-related projects that are both beneficial to the company and academically relevant to … hour. She adds that there are few restrictions on who can apply, but the program is targeted towards companies in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29954

Experienced professional named director of Vision Clinic

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… experience with low-vision rehabilitation and services has been named director of Western Michigan University's Vision … comprehensive vision-care services to people with significantly reduced eyesight and, more recently, to the local … "But there are many more people in southwest Michigan who can use our services." He adds that he hopes to improve …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29936