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Two-time WMU Study Abroad traveler says global experiences change lives and careers

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… business minor and started envisioning a future working overseas or with a company engaged in international … leaders return and still want to talk about the trip, showing its lasting impact, Leingpibul says.   “Faculty led … in a new way: experiential learning. WMU Professors do a great job of putting together study abroad courses …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/08/study-abroad-koepp

WMU professor develops face shields to make children safer at school

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… at school Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Alessander Danna-dos-Santos, left, distributes face shields at Pre-K … are readily available in local markets." Danna-dos-Santos worked on the project with Dr. Adriana Degani of WMU's … the team perfect the design as well. "Dr. Danna-dos-Santos shows through his work how academia can impact our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60916

Book clubs examine college admissions, immigration, medical establishment's treatment of Black Americans

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… The Tyranny of Merit: What's Become of the Common Good? Why do we think that merit—in, say, college admissions or … our focus on (or, perhaps better, obsession with) merit work to enhance or corrupt our civic bonds and social … philosopher Joseph Carens’ The Ethics of Immigration . How should democracies think about immigration? What ethical …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65599

Drs. Chad and Autumn Edwards are Western’s own dynamic duo

College of Arts and Sciences

… that the town motto is ‘Levelland: Where you can watch your dog run away for two weeks,’” Autumn shares with a laugh.  … completed her undergrad studies at Texas Tech while Chad worked on his master’s degree. Then it was on to the … demonstrated, it’s a logical fit.  Chad tells the story of how they got into robotics: he, Autumn and their colleague …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69149

Innovative Models of Care and Support – Study Abroad in Ireland & Northern Ireland

College of Health and Human Services

… at a special needs school, attended a crash course at Guide Dogs UK, enjoyed a day of dinner and dancing at a rural … Shed, students gain a deeply personal understanding of how culture influences health and well-being.” She adds, … disciplines—including occupational therapy, nursing, social work, speech-language pathology, interdisciplinary health, …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/10/mickus-ireland

Western grad students break down communication barriers, empower parents with language class

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… Western grad students break down communication barriers, empower parents with language … created Language Exchange. HOLLAND, Mich.—Helping with homework can be difficult for parents; middle school math might … "One of my (TESOL) classes was about family engagement and how important it is to get families involved with a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72377

Finding fun in Sydney Wade’s future

Haworth College of Business

…     “ I feel a great passion for finance and accounting work because math was a subject that I always had the most … employment but finding out their business’ missions and how it will impact me as an individual and professional … how it is essential to everyday life. The decisions we make do not only impact us, but they also affect others.” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70155

Intrigued by a good mystery, Western student decodes path in cybersecurity

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… formulas,” says Ortiz-Martinez of Chelsea, Michigan. “They work well because the computers we have today take an … the importance of cybersecurity and potentially learning how to hack. That is why I chose cybersecurity as my major.” … her eyes set on.  “I love having the flexibility and freedom to find a specific part of cybersecurity I love and do

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70195

Refugee service internship gels career path for ESL administrator

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… for International Students. “At the same time, I was also working at Lansing Community College in the admissions and … parts of the country, including Ségu, Mopti, Djenne, and Dogon Country. The experience was incredible.” Just 19 years … K-12 outreach; hosting lectures, panels and events; and showcasing arts, entertainment and culture from around the …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/refugee-service-internship-story

WMU’s online master’s in education programs ranked No. 2 in state by U.S. News & World Report

College of Education and Human Development

… online master’s in education programs are designed for working professionals and future leaders seeking advanced …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/02/us-news-ranks-wmu-online-graduate-education-nation-state