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Finding an open door: Jordan Chopp’s ambition towards education

Haworth College of Business

… and I knew that it was something I was going to want to do forever.” Coming from a large family of ten people, working with people was a natural talent for Chopp. "I feel like my background allows me to be a … coaching, encouraging and helping to build a functional workforce—all of which are interpersonal skills that I am good …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70178

WMU MBA grows by 20% with introduction of new course format

Haworth College of Business

… WMU MBA grows by 20% with introduction of new course format Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … to learning creates more options , value and opportunity for working professionals as they pursue their graduate … on the rise , and in some cases, is overtaking enrollment for more traditional in-person programs. The COVID-19 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68441

Western student powers launch of new compostability testing center

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… up to automatically capture data and generate reports for us." The WMU Pilot Plants already do recyclability testing for a number of national and international brands, such as … says. "One of the easiest things that we can do as stewards for the planet is to get food waste and paper scrap out of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68373

Annual International Congress on Medieval Studies to convene virtually

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… around the world will come together virtually May 9 to 14 for the 57th celebration of the Western Michigan University … Studies . Typically held on campus but moved to a virtual format during the past two years because of the COVID-19 … can wander through “booths” to check out exclusive sales, flip through the latest catalogs and ask questions …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/67979

An abundance of dining options available on campus this fall

Dining Services

… University’s main campus has a variety of options available for the campus community to find food during the fall 2022 … options as well as a  Grab’n Go  and  Late-Night  option for students on the lower level      Bernhard Center   … Bernhard Café & Market opens on Monday, Aug 22 , for retail sales. Most Campus Cafés will reopen Wednesday, Aug. 31 , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68844

New General Counsel named at Western

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… Hahn , who currently serves as assistant general counsel for metro Detroit’s Oakland University (OU), is set to begin … As assistant general counsel at OU in Rochester, Michigan, for the past 14 years, Hahn has long experience as an … have experienced the impact of public education, and I look forward to working for the collective good of our students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68429

Child life student completes international internship

College of Education and Human Development

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As part of the required internship hours for the child life track of Western Michigan University's … also lacked play resources, giving them few—if any—options for toys and activities to help pass their time. Bice found … accepted to become a child life specialist. I definitely suggest future students deciding on a program to come to WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69576

WMU sales students claim first place in the Desert Cup

Haworth College of Business

… WMU sales students claim first place in the Desert Cup Submitted … including Waste Management, Paycom, Paradox and Nationwide. For the sales role-play, students acted as representatives … Phoenix, Arizona, while Willscot employees acted as buyers for the students. Over the course of three role-play rounds, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67738

Embry-Riddle research leader, cybersecurity expert to become WMU's next research VP

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… has named Dr. Remzi Seker as its next vice president for research and innovation. Seker is currently Embry-Riddle … Aeronautical University's (ERAU) vice president for research and doctoral programs, leading the Florida … to establish university-based research centers and efforts leading to growth in undergraduate engagement in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67867

Social work grad empowered to uplift migrant and Latinx communities

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… degree in social work and is on an accelerated track for a master's degree in social work from Western focused on … relate to those students because I was a student who struggled. I was in the bottom 10% of my class through … in West Michigan. The sacrifice those families make for the promise of a better life and better future is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67907