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Program launched to diversify health care workforce through university-community partnerships

College of Health and Human Services

… care professions stronger, too. And their stories might be what inspires these younger students to do the same." … “The pipeline program provides students meaningful tools to be college-ready, exposure to health careers and insight on … in our communities.” “The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us why programs like this one are so very important, especially …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62357

Role of Fed in '08 financial crisis examined in Corder's new book

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… by scrutinizing the actions of the Federal Reserve, both before and after the worst economic downturn in American … lessons gave Corder a greater understanding of how and why the Fed reacted the way it did. "It was pretty clear and didn't take much digging to find out that the Fed really turned a blind eye to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/674

WMU refocuses marketing efforts, updating on-campus communications

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University is truly excellent. We’ve been serving students, Michigan, and the world for 115 … top 10 percent of all universities in the U.S., as we have been for more than two decades. Our faculty and staff are … for their investment. All these data help us understand why total enrollment at Michigan’s 15 public universities …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49998

Teacher, influencer joins Grow Your Own program to support multilingual students

College of Education and Human Development

… to support multilingual students Submitted by Chris Hybels on Kim Huls is a YouTube influencer, teacher and Grow … because later I was able to reflect on those vlogs and see why was that really hard. And I've been able to use those … share things that are hard for me or things that I've struggled with and then other teachers can say, have you tried …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75881

Assessment Conference returns for 8th year

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… Western Michigan University Assessment Conference will be held from 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Friday, March 17 , on … teaching assistants as well as faculty and staff members, including part-time instructors, are invited to … Rogers, 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. Plenary talk— "Reconnecting With 'Why' to Move Beyond Assessment Sticking Points," by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38207

Distinguished Service Awards to honor 2 passionate employees dedicated to student success

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… routines. They were nominated and selected for this award because they stand out among their peers for being engaged, selfless and committed to innovative and … moving this curriculum from concept to the implementation cannot be overstated," says Dr. Suzan Ayers , professor and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68972

Additional shows added to Miller Auditorium's 2015-16 season

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… Guys, Gold Company's "Anything You Can Sing, We Can Swing Better!" and Daniel Tiger's "Neighborhood Live!" Tickets are … and (800) 228-9858. Additional season events will be announced as they are confirmed. Added events The Piano … ultimate mash-up of classical music and pop, demonstrating why The Piano Guys are a viral sensation across the country …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23570

Juggling knives, flying and a busy academic schedule, aviation grad has big things on horizon

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… Juggling knives, flying and a busy academic schedule, aviation … pilot but also a competitive juggler. Albrecht is a member of the Sky Broncos, Western's precision flight team. … how much fuel will be used, as accurately as possible. "I cannot recommend a better program within the College of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67823

Wings of Resolve: The Air Force Journey of WMU Aviation Bronco Tracy Smiedendorf

College of Aviation

… a 27-year career in the Air Force, Tracy Smiedendorf logged more than his share of vivid memories.   How about … and got the F-5s back into the skies.   "Summers" (November through February) assigned to McMurdo Station in … not stay assigned to a particular type of aircraft.  That's why Western's program is so exceptional with its great …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/09/smiedendorf

Mental Health Week at WMU aims to raise awareness, offer resources

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… this morning, the Hike for Mental Health Awareness will not be taking place in person at Asylum Lake. Students, staff … to you. Let them know you are thinking of them and share why they are special to you. Be sure to tag your friend, … distress, how to respond effectively to a friend who is struggling and how to identify when and how to share resources …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61633