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WMU Sanford Center program manager helps Burmese-American teens learn about finances
Haworth College of Business
… on BATTLE CREEK, Mich.—Western Michigan University alumnus Todd Mora joined the Burma Center in Battle Creek during the … and Wellness in the Haworth College of Business and was recruited by Burma Center Program Manager Sara Johnson … then spend their Friday on a field trip. This year’s theme was “The Great Outdoors,” with the camp focused on reading, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72913
Geography professor publishes ‘ABCs of Geography’ children’s book
College of Arts and Sciences
… "ABCs of Geography" by Chris Ferrie and Adam Mathews was released Nov. 1, 2022. Mathews went back to basics with the release of his debut book, " ABCs of … the physical and social science elements of geography. I want a physical geographer interested in landforms like …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69847
How Mongolia's herding culture shaped a doctoral candidate's journey
College of Arts and Sciences
… How Mongolia's herding culture shaped a doctoral candidate's journey Submitted by Anonymous (not … performed various forms of paid labor,” says Miller. “It was really powerful to actually see how they live, rather … than just conducting interviews.” The research is a testament to Miller’s deep personal connection with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73677
Undergraduate, faculty research published in Biochemistry
College of Arts and Sciences
… Michigan University students are serving as key contributors to new discoveries. Six undergraduate and graduate … a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), was willing and eager to give these undergraduates a chance … to get involved,” says Stull. “The research we were doing was really interesting, and people were excited about it, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73679
Western recognized for its support of wounded military members
News
… Submitted by Deanne Puca on Russell Pliley, standing next to a helicopter at a base in Diyarbakir, Turkey, is an Air … Western as a finalist for its 2021 Excellence in Service Award and will make a donation to The Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund on the University’s behalf. Western was one of seven finalists that included Texas A&M …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64735
A catalyst for environmental justice
W Magazine
… by Erin Flynn on Air pollution, higher temperatures, water contamination—all are being exacerbated by climate change, and they're impacting vulnerable and historically marginalized communities at higher rates than … I didn't have the language or the understanding in terms of ways that I could probably help my community in ways I do …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68145
Ethical labor, sustainable supply chain among topics tackled in second Bronco Challenge
News
… Ethical labor, sustainable supply chain among topics tackled in second Bronco Challenge Submitted by Erin … feel the passion through the diverse sustainability pathways they explored," says judge Laura Evans , director of … Ryan Stock presents SafeDi's innovative hazardous waste disposal kiosk. Second-place entry SafeD won $6,000 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75531
Racing into human resources: Tayler Trowbridge is crossing the finish line
Haworth College of Business
… Racing into human resources: Tayler Trowbridge is crossing the finish … says. “The courses that I’m taking challenge me in ways that range from working on my presentation skills to … themselves out there and learn about what will propel us forward in the business world.” On top of her involvement with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73435
Enroll now for Campus Kids Summer Program
News
… students, employees and the general public are invited to enroll children in the 2012 Campus Kids Summer Program … week will feature a different theme with special interest topics. It is open to children who have completed kindergarten, up to age 9. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/304
Avoid online scams and identity theft
News
… on Exercise caution with online interactions. KALAMAZOO— October is Cyber Security Month and Western Michigan … personal information, introduce viruses or malicious software, or gain control of an individual's email or social … the most commonly used methods is phishing. Phishing is a way of gaining usernames, passwords, credit card numbers or …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1847