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Four WMU food marketing students win industry scholarships

Haworth College of Business

… goals.  “Winning this scholarship has great significance for me. It’s not only about the financial support, but … opportunity to take on a leadership role and collaborate with a team of students has pushed me to grow both … will be industry leaders as their careers unfold, and I can’t wait to watch them do big things!” Meet the Recipients …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75742

WMU recognizes 2016-17 Presidential Scholars

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… Presidential Scholar designation is the highest honor WMU can bestow on an undergraduate. The award goes to the most … spring commencement exercises. They are listed by state, with Michigan recipients appearing first, then by hometown. … program is set up through the French government. It offers young Americans who have a knowledge of the French language …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39545

Lifelong learning events, courses and trips announced for new semester

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… Institute of Arts. January Thaw is a free reception with refreshments and activities open to area residents who … trips and events. In addition, the Rev. Steve Charnley with Kalamazoo's First Methodist Church will take on the … 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

University to honor its top four staffers for 2017-18

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… Valley Dining Center in 2016, when this popular facility with its nine micro-restaurants opened to the campus … in many Bronco teams and individuals earning Mid-American Conference and NCCA honors for high grade point … to her quickly," a departmental colleague wrote, "her dogged determination rules the day and she always finds a way …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48805

Local franchisee first up in entrepreneurship speaker series

Haworth College of Business

… Hall. The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-6059 or at  … or register at  wmich.edu/business/e-rsvp . To suggest an entrepreneur who should be considered for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41931

Ethics Center announces fall 2022 book clubs

Study of Ethics in Society

… and the ethical choices that confront us as we grapple with the housing crisis. Discussions will examine core … Santiago-Valles, associate professor emeritus of Africana Studies. This book is about the most contested ideas … 1,  8,  15, 22 and  29 on Zoom at 5:30 to 7 p.m. Students can earn WMU Signature credit for any book club for which …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69336

Dozens of local internships up for grabs

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… . "But what we really want students to know is that they can come to our office and have their resumes reviewed … launched its internship program in 2006 in partnership with Southwest Michigan First and several area companies as … for 10 weeks. Throughout the internship, students receive hourly wages, valuable networking opportunities and applied …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/104

WMU BTR Park welcomes new architectural and engineering firm

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… CEO of Mno-Bmadsen. He notes that the goal is consistent with the Potawatomie meaning of his organization's name, … opportunities and provide growth opportunities for tribal youth," Clay says. The firm has a track record of hiring WMU … have a role in economic development," Miller says, "but we can also use our resources and work with the private sector …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19492

Education alum and teacher selected as state finalist for Presidential Award

College of Education and Human Development

… Science Foundation for the White House. The president can recognize up to 110 outstanding teachers annually and … researching and redesigning her teaching practice for young learners to improve their mathematical understanding. … Outside of school, Kato is a local coordinator for Youth For Understanding USA. The non-profit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75556

Federal judge, company executive awarded WMU's top alumni honor

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… to receive the highest honor Western Michigan University can confer on its alumni—the WMU Alumni Association … president of Deere & Co.'s Agriculture and Turf Division with a focus on the Americas, Australia, and the global … was nominated by President Barack Obama to become a judge with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35271