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WMU closed Tuesday, Jan. 7, due to severe weather

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… and Battle Creek campuses. For information on the status of regional locations, visit the Extended University … 9, one day later than originally planned. See a full list of One Stop hours here . The meeting scheduled to solicit … game versus Buffalo will be held as planned Jan. 7. Tipoff is at 7 p.m. in University Arena. Campus services …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12524

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 … Dr. Virginia David , co-PI, both from Western Department of Special Education and Literacy Studies , have been awarded a $2.96 million National Professional Development (NPD) Program Grant from the U.S. …

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

Seniors take the runway in student-designed accessible outfits

College of Education and Human Development

… Borgess Hospital's Lawrence Education Center. "Some of the seniors at ESC are self-conscious about their disabilities and are afraid of what others think about them," says  Ally   Wilson , president of MODA. "Expressing themselves through fashion is what …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73776

Expert Insights: Raising young children in a screen-saturated world

W Magazine

… world Submitted by Deanne Puca on Considering the impact of screens on child development is not about evoking guilt … a plan for technology use based on research and knowledge of early learning and development. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Going to … Mindy Holohan, faculty specialist II for the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. Holohan “In the short term, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72483

Evaluation students finish as runner-ups in national case competition

College of Education and Human Development

… (Utah State University) and  Amanda Sutter (University of Connecticut) in the competition. Their team was coached by Dr.   Michael Harnar , assistant professor of evaluation at WMU and Dr. Bianca Montrosse-Moorhead , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72807

Western's own rocket man turns sci-fi dreams into reality

W Magazine

… Rocket Lab) His team operates in the space systems group of the company, designing satellite buses and components for … into orbit. While his career prospects are literally out of this world, Neff also realizes the gravity of his contributions to the field. “The day-to-day is very …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74822

Fraternity camping out to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO--Members of Western Michigan University's Alpha Tau Omega fraternity … lucky as we are. We sit outside day and night in the middle of campus for a few days no matter the conditions, to get … "In years past, we've been able to get a good amount of support from local businesses and our friends and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/167

Learn to compost with worms, fix a bike at Sustainability Celebration

Sustainability

… with worms and keep a bicycle in working order is just some of the information Western Michigan University will impart … . The annual event showcases efforts by WMU and its Office for Sustainability to guide and assist the campus … its sustainability commitments and creating a culture of sustainability that improves the quality of life for all. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48812

Some campus services on reduced hours during spring recess

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… and staff are encouraged to get tested for COVID-19 ahead of spring recess. Sindecuse Health Center is holding a … , for Spirit Day and throughout spring recess, but most WMU offices are open regular hours.  Spring recess hours  for select University offices and services are posted online. Faculty, staff, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63662

Want to be the next Buster Bronco?

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… varsity sports. Buster also represents WMU at a variety of campus and community events. Since Buster never speaks, … and have the flexibility to meet the schedule required of Buster Bronco. Western changed its nickname to the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/354