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WMU efforts for former foster youth earn national recognition

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… included a detailed written application, extensive site visits and interviews with youth, families and staff. WMU's … that help youth--particularly those in the child welfare system--mitigate or eliminate risk and promote healthy … people succeed and being able to learn from them about how we can better support students and make higher education …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12750

CEHD students explore India through interdisciplinary study abroad

College of Education and Human Development

… CEHD students explore India through interdisciplinary study abroad Submitted by Chris Hybels on CEHD … sacred Hindu temple in Darjeeling, India. Students learned how to prepare traditional Indian food. WMU students leading … suicide prevention education with high stress jobs such as farming; environmental efforts such as organic farming, safe …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74398

TRIO future educators celebrated during cord ceremony

College of Education and Human Development

… TRIO future educators celebrated during cord ceremony Submitted by Chris Hybels on Denzel Johnson, music education major and TRIO … these future educators give me a lot of hope for what is going into the classroom," says  Tammy Eaton , coordinator …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71435

WMU Board of Trustees to meet Thursday

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… WMU Board of Trustees to meet Thursday Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees is set to convene at noon on Thursday, Feb. 6 , in the WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/02/board-trustees-meeting-february-2025

Anthropologist's research expertise showcased in 'Nova' documentary

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… Anthropologist's research expertise showcased in 'Nova' documentary … from the Upper Mustang region of Nepal as a member of the ongoing project featured in the PBS documentary. She joined …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37588

Construction near Sangren Hall triggers major traffic changes

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… traffic changes Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Artist's rending of the new West Michigan Avenue pedestrian … beginning Monday, April 30, triggering major changes to pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Additional construction … lawn being heavily landscaped. That landscaping will showcase granite pavers and slabs salvaged from the former …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/356

WMU launches new entrepreneurship opportunities for students

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… (not verified) on WMU's Schneider Hall KALAMAZOO—Adding to a growing number of entrepreneurial activities available … minor open to all students— will be available beginning this fall . "Our students are very entrepreneurial in nature. … The major provides students with the ability to understand how business ideas and companies develop and to possibly …

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

Dr. Shannon McMorrow awarded Haenicke Institute grant to enhance global public health education

College of Health and Human Services

… Dr. Shannon McMorrow awarded Haenicke Institute grant to enhance global public health education Submitted by … McMorrow , associate professor in the School of Interdisciplinary Health Programs and 2012 graduate of the Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences program has been awarded a …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/01/mcmorrow

1,000 food professionals from across the world expected to attend The FMC

Haworth College of Business

… 1,000 food professionals from across the world expected to attend The FMC Submitted by Stacey Anderson on KALAMAZOO, … Food Marketing Conference (The FMC) will once again raise the bar on their conference offerings. Expecting more … that will focus on connecting industry leaders through discussions about strategy, customer trends, technology, …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/02/food-marketing-conference

Governor reappoints trustees Burris, Liggins to the WMU board

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… Governor reappoints trustees Burris, Liggins to the WMU board Submitted by Megan Looker on …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/governor-reappoints-burris-liggins-new-terms-through-2032