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Dollars and cents of good governance explored in Sichel Series

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… of public affairs and director of the Center for Health and Social Policy in the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public … Carolyn J. Heinrich Heinrich's research focuses on social welfare policy, labor force development, public … methods for program evaluation. In her research, she works directly with governments at all levels, including the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1647

Undergraduate research, career-related experiences helped psychology grad find purpose

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… has always been interested in psychology and how the brain works. At Western Michigan University, experience-driven … DeVine , Jiddou developed a summer program related to social and emotional learning for the center's UrbanZone, a … was going to be passionate about through opportunities like working for Disability Services, doing classwork, my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73684

Student Spotlight: Ricardo Campos – Leading with Passion and Purpose in IT

Information Technology

… (OIT) is as inspiring as it is impactful. Ricardo Campos works as a Help Desk student lead at WMU's Technology Help … connect and communicate. That foundation is essential for working with large datasets and understanding the … your journey at the  Technology Help Desk  and gain valuable experience while supporting your fellow Broncos! …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/10/ricardo-campos-it-student-highlight

Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and inclusion

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… recognition. It serves as an inspiration to continue the work that we do,” says Jordan Morseau , newly elected NASO … and faculty member; and several experiential workshops to educate campus and community members in … Anishinaabe artist and fashion designer Jillian Waterman ’s work .   "The Native American Student Organization has a …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/excellence-diversity-award-2025-native-american-student-organization

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in August

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Student Activities hosts events like ice cream socials for international and domestic students to meet and … learning English in relaxed conversation about local and social topics. Free and open to the public. Tibetan Buddhist … of the Arts. The exhibit features the photographic work of Hung Liu and shows the power and perseverance of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41385

WMU celebrates journal's 10-year anniversary on grandfamilies research

College of Education and Human Development

… in partnership with  Dr. Debra Whitley , a professor of social work at Georgia State University, developed the journal in … to a 2012 comprehensive needs assessment of professionals working within the field of kinship care. Participants …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/74996

Research successes recognized during special event

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… investigators were singled out for their outstanding work and for bringing in more than $1 million each … in $5.2 million and Dr. James A. Henry , professor of social work, who brought in $4.8 million. "External funding is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23076

WMU alumna named Michigan’s 2026 Superintendent of the Year

College of Education and Human Development

… foster a culture of inclusion and excellence. “Dr. Carter’s work reflects the heart of what we value at Western Michigan …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/kimberly-carter-michigan-superintendent-state-award-winner-battle-creek

Feminist author, activist to speak as part of new series

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… of a new speaker series. Soraya Chemaly , a critic whose work focuses on women's rights and the role of gender in … Her presentation, titled "Effecting Change through Social Media," is free and open to the public and part of … Role Reboot, The Feminist Wire and other online media. Her work also appears in The Guardian, Ms. Magazine and CNN. She …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/22205

Western announces 2022 class of Presidential Innovation Professors

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… religion and an affiliate scholar with the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding, have been awarded … 2022 are demonstrating the value of creative and innovative work in serving our students and society,” says WMU … endeavors and look forward to seeing the results of their work in the years to come.” The awards were determined by a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67866