Search

… increases 10th grade attendance by 14% Submitted by Chris Hybels on Once a week, Alysia Baznik will facilitate the … of points for rewards, which range from snacks, drinks, toys and school supplies. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Turning around … education, helped answer my questions and guided me through how to write a grant."  Successfully navigating the process, …

… Mentorship, leadership opportunities open world of possibility … graduate Submitted by Erin Flynn on Breyana Wilson is graduating with a bachelor's degree in education and … me to be connected, allowed me to reach out and to learn how to reach out," says Wilson. "It really gave me the …

… Business fraternity advisor recognized as Advisor of the Year Submitted by Amy Coughenour on Delta Sigma Pi members are, left to right in the back row, Balaji Satagopan, advisor Dr. … us learn by doing. This has really allowed us to understand how to work as a team to strengthen each other and build …

… Mohammed Hashim researches microcrystalline calcites in his lab at Western. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From a child growing up … his bachelor’s degree from the University of Baghdad, came to Western as a master’s student with an interest in the … first is the fact that education is free in Iraq, including going to college,” says Hashim. “Even though the quality of …

… conference Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Registration is open for the conference, set for Oct. 9-10. … Thursday, Oct. 9-10 , at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in downtown Kalamazoo. This event is also listed under the series … For the full conference schedule and instructions on how to register, visit wmich.edu/brain/conference2013 . For …

… her father’s footsteps: Lily Zwanka’s breakthrough into food marketing Submitted by Amy Coughenour on Lily Zwanka … opportunities for where I could go after graduation which is a fantastic feeling to have.” There are many reasons why … “It might be cliché to say your parent is your mentor, however, there is absolutely no way I would even be at WMU …

… students will have one more study spot on campus this fall. The University Libraries will reopen the Swain … Western students and employees must swipe their Bronco Card to enter during open hours. Swain will be available from 8 … 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays during fall semester. “Swain is a wonderful facility, and we’re excited to reopen this …

… Western students engage with state legislators at environmental policy town hall Submitted by Erin … "This was really helpful to me in laying the groundwork for how I can speak to my representatives and what I need to be … it was. And how some research really takes you that much farther in your knowledge and being able to speak with these …

… Michigan University's Dr. Jennifer Machiorlatti is the co-producer of a film chosen for this year's Grand … "Peace During War," a documentary about forgiveness and mentoring youth, will be part of a selection of … youth in Kalamazoo. This inspiring story is an example of how working together can change the lives of at-risk youth, …

… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Swearingen: Photo courtesty of Mary Whalen. KALAMAZOO—Dr. Rachel … Swearingen, a Western Michigan University alumna, is among six women to receive this year's Rona Jaffe … National Book Award for fiction. Too few people realize "how good Western's writing program is, and how many great …