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Engineering student's internship builds future while leaving permanent mark on Western campus

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… University's new student center stands like a piece of artwork in the heart of campus; a grand structure with sprawling glass panels … to a career fair at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences around that same time offered networking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/66057

Dismantling expectations: Nicole Miller’s future in advertising

Haworth College of Business

… Mich.—Western Michigan University senior Nicole Miller  of Monee, Illinois, doesn’t see herself fitting within the stereotypical box of advertising. Billboards and Sunday Night Football ads are … wants to step outside that norm and discover the future of advertising. Creativity alone won’t break down …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69895

Foundation Scholar driven to care for communities in need

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Aunner Calderón's biomedical sciences degree puts him one step closer to his dream of becoming a doctor and delivering a critical service to … seven years ago, Aunner Calderón didn't speak a word of English. On Saturday, April 30 , he will graduate with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67871

Finding the tools to feed the world

Haworth College of Business

… wants to leave an impact—to see the significance of their work. Western Michigan University senior Jacob … leave his mark as a food marketing major.   “Food is part of everybody’s lives, and the food marketing industry is centered around feeding the world,” says Remington of Grand Rapids. “Very few jobs have this kind of weight, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69876

WMU takes action to advance racial justice

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… racial justice as it builds upon a strong foundation of equity and inclusion. Today the University is announcing … campus and identify actions to build a campuswide culture of change. "It is a time for action—and that action must be … "The problems that we must address are deep-seated and some of the toughest facing humanity. They are the insidious …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61328

WMU instructor and education students make privacy screens for virtual learning

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… to be able to interact with their students, the prospect of instructors and peers having a window into their home … happening, it's not a problem," says Marcy Peake , director of diversity and community outreach initiatives in Western Michigan University's College of Education and Human Development . "But a lot of kids who …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62393

WMU offers after-school reading program for elementary students

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… WMU offers after-school reading program for elementary students … every Thursday, Sept. 27 through Dec. 6, in Room 4511 of Sangren Hall. There is no session Nov. 22. The program … lifelong learning. The fee is $215 per student. Children of WMU students, faculty and staff receive a 10 percent …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1397

Western’s Fall Convocation to celebrate faculty, staff achievements transforms into Academic Excellence Awards Series

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… staff will receive much-deserved applause in 2021. As part of a new tradition, the former Fall Convocation celebration … Academic Excellence Awards Series. The annual recognition of faculty and staff achievements for excellence in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65618

WMU trustees approve faculty tenure and promotions

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees approved the tenure of 24 faculty members and promotions of 36 faculty members … Studies  Dr. Kathryn Docherty , Department of Biological Sciences  Dr. Jessica Frieder , Department of Psychology  …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40860

Adriana Vicario is marketing for success

Haworth College of Business

… creative side, and it has really allowed me to step outside of my comfort zone,” she says.  While it’s Vicario’s final … on my niche website, Eco Hair Care Guide , as part of the course curriculum,” she says. Her digital marketing … her skills in digital marketing to the test, she and three of her peers competed in the 2022 Digital Marketing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69687