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Alumnus returns for one more challenge—a master's degree in finance from WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… MBA’19, is pursuing a Master of Science in finance to enhance his skills as a strategic planning specialist. … the program seemed a bit overwhelming, since it is very comprehensive, challenging and fast-paced,” says Kolyvanov. … for his employer, Quick Sav Food Stores in Flint, Michigan, where he works as a strategic planning specialist. In …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71376

Student group once again recognized by leading human resource association

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… for providing superior growth and development opportunities to its members. The society has awarded a Superior Merit … human resource profession, and society engagement. "SHRM is committed to engaging the future leaders of the human … business students. As we work to shape better workplaces—where employers and employees can thrive together—we are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54130

Alfred Balkin obituary

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… in 1971 and retired in 1992 after 21 years of service to the University. During his WMU career, Balkin earned national recognition as a song and choral composer for young people as well as a leader in encouraging … Balkin began his WMU career in the School of Music, where he taught piano and several music education courses. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31774

Ending racism through education, systemic change is goal of criminal justice alumna

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… alumna Submitted by Erin Flynn on February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements and a time … focused on eliminating racism through education and community outreach. She was named executive director of the … in people's lives and in the workplace, I think, is really where my drive is," says Lymon. At 25, she's younger than …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/66995

Faculty composers present an evening of new works

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… Faculty composers present an evening of new works Submitted by … Faculty will perform new works Oct. 23. KALAMAZOO—Faculty composers from Western Michigan University's School of Music … of their works at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23 , in the Dalton Center Recital Hall as part of the concert series …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9894

Student Recreation Center reopens with safety precautions in place

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… Center is offering outdoor and virtual fitness classes to keep the WMU community active this fall semester. KALAMAZOO, … will notice a number of changes beginning with check-in, where a green badge must be displayed confirming they’ve …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61100

Turkey Trot 5K race/walk returns for 62nd year

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… Center. The race winds through the WMU campus and is open to the public. University Recreation, which sponsors the … they register by mail or in person by Monday, Nov. 17, or online by Thursday, Nov. 20. Event-day registration costs … morning of the race, beginning at 7 a.m.  Check-in must be completed by 8 a.m. For more information or to register, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20080

Secondary education alumna receives award from WMU Athletics

College of Education and Human Development

… Playoff (CFP) Foundation, the $1,000 award will be used to purchase school supplies. Athletes and cheerleaders from … with the president of  Future Teachers of Color  who recommended Ms. Sarah Giramia for her amazing work with the … mission of the organization is to create a support system where future educators of color can have easy access to the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73161

Science policy and politics under microscope in humanities talk

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… the administration of newly re-elected President Obama will come into sharper focus this month when a noted science and … Mooney speaks regularly on university campuses and elsewhere. His career started while studying at Yale University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3060

Fueled by resilience, social work student advocates support through mentorship

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… social work student advocates support through mentorship Submitted by Erin Flynn on Maliek Hargrave will … his dream job: helping other young men acknowledge and overcome trauma. "I've been through the worst of the worst. I definitely was not supposed to be anywhere near where I'm at now," says Hargrave, an incoming …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/64961