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

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… Language Exchange. HOLLAND, Mich.—Helping with homework can be difficult for parents; middle school math might as … as possible," says Huls. The results, says Nazario, far exceeded both of their expectations. Parents bonded and … "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

Distance education, resiliency and coming out stronger: Q and A with Dr. Jim Eckert

Haworth College of Business

… video content into his courses. He shared with us how he is shifting his courses to a distance learning model and what students and faculty can gain from the experience. What sorts of content do you … material multiple times is helpful to the learning process. How are you now adjusting your sales courses, which often …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58668

WMU trustees vote to freezes tuition, housing costs to support students in response to pandemic

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— In the academic year that begins this fall, Western Michigan University students will not see an … their families as well as the state's taxpayers. We simply cannot continue to operate at anywhere near … than $45 million in losses due to the crisis this year thus far and a projected $45 to $85 million in additional losses …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59125

WMU launches new academic year with Academic Convocation

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… and staff achievements. Held during the opening weeks of fall semester classes, the convocation is designed as a … Make a Difference Award —for staff members who reach far beyond their assigned duties to make WMU an even better …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1649

New book examines history and impact of Agent Orange

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… University, recently published a new book that examines the far-reaching impact of Agent Orange, the most infamous of the dioxin-contaminated herbicides used by American forces in Southeast Asia. "Agent Orange: History, … claims and evaluate often ambiguous evidence. He shows that the impact of Agent Orange has been global in its …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2787

Mathematical musician says flexibility of Western's programs is music to her ears

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… love to be a statistician one day, and I think Western can help a lot," she says. "I know many of their students … with rigorous and structured programs, I just really liked how flexible Western's math program was," says Davé. "Of … colder climates, such as Finland and Denmark. However far she travels, she's also excited that Western will be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64400

First WMU cohort gains critical computer networking certification

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… Certified Network Associate certification that will significantly enhance their computer networking credentials and put … all courses offered by the new academy, which opened in fall 2010. Another 10 are completing the first set of … Management Program. "It is the worldwide standard. You can show it to anyone anywhere in the world and be a computer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/113

Dream realized for Western alum working on Marvel's 'WandaVision'

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… into the film industry. Initially rejected by the American Film Institute (AFI), he spent a year building up his … memories involves his time working as an editor on the CBS show "Person of Interest." As he went through footage for a … Jacobs says. "When I stop and take a breath and realize how far I've come—and the fact that I am working on a Marvel …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63090

From Airport Intern to Airport Operations – Karlee Erickson’s Manages Aviation Opportunities

College of Aviation

… folks in the north-central sector of the state -- and one far away wasn't a suitable option.  Still determined to give … experience at the Traverse City Airport (TVC) That's how she crossed paths with Dan Sal, chief operating officer … and observing the maintenance side of the industry at Duncan Aviation -- all of which appealed to her.  But the sale …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/10/erickson

WMU launches Native American elders-in-residence program

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… WMU launches Native American elders-in-residence program Submitted by Erin Flynn on … received a nearly $1 5,000 award from the Native American Heritage Fund (NAHF) to launch an elders - in-residence … Wisdom Across Generations.”   Western’s Native American Affairs Council will consult with elders and councils of …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/native-american-affairs-council-launches-elders-residence-program