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The rise of women’s sports—triumphs, challenges and the road ahead
W Magazine
… so great about the resilience of women in sports is we don’t do it for those shiny moments on the TV. We do it … that women were not to play and compete,” Borish says. However, trailblazers like Gertrude Ederle , who became the … and public support. It also underscores the unfinished work needed to achieve full parity, particularly in …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/rise-womens-sports-wmu-coaches-athletes-weigh
Help select WMU's top four staffers for 2012
News
… submit new information should include specific examples of how their candidates have demonstrated dedication to … and talents, making the University an even finer place to work and study. Information about submitting additional information and forms to do so are available at wmich.edu/hr/make-a-difference . …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/385
Hands-on experiences put engineering grad in driver's seat for career opportunities
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… as a manufacturing engineer. "I'm really excited to be working there and be part of the engineering process from … up in Highland, Michigan, has always been fascinated by how things work. He was involved in FIRST Robotics in high … experience in the emerging EV field—also opened doors to travel and career opportunities. Gould and his …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75861
WMU finance student wins international scholarship from DECA
Haworth College of Business
… in our organization, which taught me a lot about myself and how I work with others. In addition, I have learned to have a lot … and I am even more determined to show all WMU can do in the international competition.” Ferriell has been a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75391
Hands-on experience helps engineering grad build bright future
News
… Sandusky, Michigan. "I didn't really know what I wanted to do when I started my college search," says Bular. She … in pharmacy. "After I got into school, I realized I like working with my hands a lot more than I like sitting behind … for these kinds of opportunities. I was well-prepared for how to dress, how to fill out applications, my resume, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66509
Spring 2025 career fairs provide students gateway to jobs, internships
News
… account or navigating any job search resources can work with well-trained student career ambassadors by visiting any of the four drop-in locations. Drop-in … of Aviation: Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. The biggest spring event is the annual Spring Career Fair in …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/newsspring-2025-career-internship-fairs
Putting student well-being ‘front and center’
W Magazine
… by Megan Looker on Students spend time with therapy dogs as part of Mental Health Awareness Week in October … the pandemic on college campuses—and their virtual workspaces. “I would imagine that just about everyone has … to a counselor,” Traynor says. The Wellness Assessment can show students a realistic picture of their levels of anxiety, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63622
Education professor's study nominated for Article of the Year award
College of Education and Human Development
… of School Psychologists ' 2023 Article of the Year for her work on "' It’s the Teacher’s Responsibility:' Examining … co-author's article explored, through in-depth interviews, how pre-service and in-service teachers would hypothetically … shares how well-meaning responses, quick responses, often do more harm than good. Several teachers focused on using …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/74965
WMU alumni create educational opportunities for Kalamazoo refugees
News
… and teaching them words like “octopus.” Each student shows different levels of enthusiasm, but all of them share a … school system. Kalamazoo Refugee Resource Collaborative workers and volunteers stand together. The Summer Enrichment … “We even get students that are 9 years old and they don’t even have a pencil grip. They don’t know how to hold a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54617
Bronco-turned-NFL star Sam Beal tackles Alzheimer's awareness in national campaign
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… NEW YORK—A former Western Michigan University football standout is putting his success to good use. Sam Beal , now a … Beal says. "I would love to be that voice and be out there showing that I’m supporting beating this disease." The … up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he watched his mother work as a caregiver for elderly patients. She recently …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53687