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Internships, faculty support help alumnus land job at ABC News

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… in the New York Times Student Journalism Institute program. Experiential Learning Ware's passion for journalism … in general so I didn't just disappear for six months." As a Seita Scholar —a groundbreaking program at WMU that offers … me to the next level," says Ware, adding that his Seita Scholars coach, program director Ronicka Hamilton met with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58013

WMU medieval historian to be honored as an emerging scholar

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… carved out an international reputation for his body of new scholarship will be honored by the University as an emerging … Center Recital Hall. The event will feature WMU President John M. Dunn 's State of the University address as well as … at leading institutions. Emerging Scholar Award program The Emerging Scholar Award program was launched late …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26778

Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and inclusion

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… and advocating for Native students and Indigenous programming on campus, Western Michigan University’s Native … and service on the Pokagon Tribal Youth Council from John Warren, Tribal Council of Elders Representative. “NASO … voices and perspectives through cultural and scholarly programming , such as hosting visiting scholar Evan Larson …

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

Thousands gather for the 60th International Congress on Medieval Studies

College of Arts and Sciences

… on Medieval Studies is an annual gathering of thousands of scholars interested in medieval studies.  Books on display … breakfast for the alumni of the Medieval Studies M.A. program in cooperation with the Goliardic Society, the … because of the pioneering work of WMU medievalists such as John Sommerfeldt, the first director, who fostered an …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/06/magazine-medieval

WMU efforts for former foster youth earn national recognition

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… recognition Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Seita Scholars and staff members with at the April 2013 commencement. Photo courtesy of the Seita Scholars program. KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University efforts to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12750

Asian Forum 2026 examines East Asian perspectives on aging, honors the late Dr. Timothy Light

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… conference May 2–3 at Western Michigan University, bringing scholars from Asia and the West to explore how aging is … conference May 2–3 at Western Michigan University, bringing scholars from Asia and the West to explore how aging is … also facilitates short- and long-term study abroad programs for students, faculty and staff. It hosts a variety …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/04/asian-forum-2026

Sport management grad ready to hit the court running

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… skills through jobs on campus, working as an assistant program manager for social media in Western's Office of … Niaz says. She found her stride in the sport management program through its versatility. Initially intent on a … to sports marketing last semester. "The sport management program at WMU is amazing. The faculty are so supportive of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71990

Geography grad created road map to success at Western

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… of Defense once he completes his accelerated master's program in geography. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Some students go to … Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship, which awards full tuition, mentorship, summer … professors. One project he was involved with through the Upjohn Center for the Study of Geographical Change included …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71466

Black Friday, consumer behavior next up in Mercantile Bank series

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… and Research Park" Jan. 30: Chris Harris, director of Seita Scholars Program, WMU Center for Fostering Success, "Seita Scholars

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19629

New geological repository expands essential geoscience research capabilities at WMU

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… student research and employment, and runs summer internship programs at MGRRE. The new facility could open the door to … by William and Linda Harrison , our former MGS Director John Yellich , and our dedicated industry partners,” Haagsma …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/michigan-geological-repository-research-education-new-facility-groundbreaking