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Interdisciplinary faculty cohort works to expand project-based learning at WMU

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… for its expertise in K-12 education, international professional development leader PBL Works collaborated with … learning at WMU," says  Alyssa Moon , associate director of instructional design and development at WMUx. "This … workshop. "There are professors from the business school, engineering, economics, even theatre, art and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/interdisciplinary-faculty-project-based-learning-wmux

Interdisciplinary evaluation program helps WMU alum become energy leader

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… Mich.—"We've got a responsibility to live up to the legacy of those who came before us by doing all that we can to help … Kalamazoo, Brown was ready to spread her wings after high school. She landed at American University in Washington, … up, and the skills I learned in the program, were so valuable." DEVELOPING ENERGY STRATEGY The work Brown did with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54503

Ethics Center offers four book club events for the fall semester

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… Ethics Center offers four book club events for the fall semester Submitted … by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Center for the Study of Ethics in Society is hosting a series of book clubs … John Minser , instructor in the WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine's program in medical ethics, humanities …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48334

WMU football improves to 10-0 and climbs in rankings

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… first 10-win season in the program's 108-year history. One of only five undefeated college football teams in the … Amway Coaches Poll. Minutes before the WMU-Kent State kickoff, updated College Football Playoff rankings were released … his 39th career rushing touchdown, tying Jerome Persell's school record. WMU attempted just 13 passes in the game, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36282

Film preview, discussion to focus attention on mental illness

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A preview of scenes from an upcoming movie will kick off a free community event Wednesday, Oct. 10 , at Western … trouble. Anna anguishes as Stan throws a diving meet, quits school, becomes homeless and takes refuge in his blog …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49463

Two will receive WMU's Distinguished Service Award

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… Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Stephen Covell , chair of the Department of Comparative Religion, and Peter Thannhauser , senior lab … campus as well as in the community volunteering with high school students. "It is clear that Pete enjoys his job and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48801

Grad student uses creativity, collaboration to keep her students learning

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The closing of school buildings to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus … teaches special education in Plainwell Community Schools and plans to graduate from the IPA program in June. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58673

National leader, respected public servant and longtime advocate for Western to receive honorary degree

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… Puca on Congressman Fred Upton speaks at the dedicated of the new expansion and opening of the Aviation Education Center in September 2021. … by mail. Before the pandemic, he also visited at least one school every week in the district. “Bestowing this honorary …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70189

Nobel laureate to give talk on peace building, women's rights

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… address at 7 p.m. Friday, April 13 , in the South Ballroom of Western Michigan University's Bernhard Center. Nobel … the event is open to the public with a suggested donation of $15 and will be preceded by a Nobel Reception. Gbowee … Sunday, April 14-15, at WMU. More than 300 elementary, high school and college-age youths from Michigan, Illinois, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46210

Nearly $3M grant will help WMU increase ESL-endorsed teacher workforce

College of Education and Human Development

… Michigan University fill a critical need for teachers of multilingual learners (MLs) in Michigan. Dr. Selena … equity and access for multilingual learners in their schools. Dr. Virginia David Dr. Selena Protacio Dr. Cody … of Education. This will allow us to continue to work with school districts and support teachers in earning their ESL …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69606