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WMU part of $2.3 million program to boost diversity in economics
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… in economics doctoral degrees and professions. The American Economic Association's Summer Training Program and … awarded to underrepresented minority scholars in economics can be attributed to the summer program. Summer training … for the 2020 program is Jan. 31, 2020 . Interested students can learn more by visiting the AEA Summer Program website . …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53730
Grad student looks to fill critical gap in orientation and mobility specialists in South Africa
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… it comes to goals, Tracey Joubert sets the bar high. "My biggest thing in life is to be able to have a positive impact … goes unaddressed. Another survey estimates 97% of South Africans who are blind or visually impaired are unemployed. "In … that people with disabilities are fully capable and can be integrated in society," Joubert says, noting in a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65565
The Vitt Factor: empowering students to make their mark
Haworth College of Business
… noticed that youth in the digital age have been struggling to build their confidence in communication skills, … Vittorini is excited about his future and hopes that others can feel the same excitement through his business. “I have learned that you can have all the skills you need to be successful, but if …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70677
Forging a new path with HyFlex
Haworth College of Business
… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Life after undergraduate graduation can become bustling with many different options. With career … family life and day-to-day responsibilities, time can begin to slip away faster than expected. For Andy … to take on another role—one that has had great significance to his family. “In 2017 I became a stay-at-home dad,” …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73237
Balancing cybersecurity and business goals
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Cindy Wagner on Jesse Blaine KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Cyber-attacks can take place at anytime, anywhere. And Western Michigan … possess a broad knowledge set to combat threats. “The biggest challenge is being able to balance the need for … and hydraulic technician. His experience exposed him to cryptologists, who piqued his interest in encryption. Now a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68924
Navy to new technology: Ricardo Campos is bridging the gap in technology and business
Haworth College of Business
… He says, “Learn how to balance work, life and school. You can still have fun and attend class; they are not mutually …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/computer-information-systemsricardo-campostechnology
Deadline for service-learning awards approaching
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… forms are available at wmich.edu/servicelearning . Anyone can make a nomination by submitting a form to @email . Three … at @email or (269) 387-2155. Contact: Tonya Durlach March 5, 2012 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/190
Pre-finals comedy show to feature several acts
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… for Dec. 6. KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University students can enjoy a comedy show ahead of final exam week. Local …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/12/11775
WMU professor elected senator of Phi Beta Kappa
College of Arts and Sciences
… education. The committee considers how well the applicant institution’s academic environment and educational … as a senator, and it gives me great satisfaction to know I can make a difference in educating our politicians, our …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/12/pastrano-perez-ppksenate
Western researcher publishes work on building rituals and purpose in an evolving workplace
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… and Business Strategy , researches how shared work rituals can inspire and give meaningfulness and purpose to employees … a handful of faculty members from Western, and the Mid-American Conference in general, to publish a single-author paper … recognize their emotion as not just their own, but as bigger than themselves. When leaders speak about these shared …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65170