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Working to say 'goodbye' to forever chemicals

W Magazine

… Working to say 'goodbye' to forever chemicals Submitted by Erin Flynn on PhD … Protection Agency (EPA) estimates there are greater than 12,000 compounds that fit into the chemical group. Dr. Matt Reeves “The contamination is so pervasive and it’s so difficult to quantify the … are ahead of the curve.” ■ Contact: Erin Flynn June 25, 2024

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75868

WMU educators recognized for excellence in teaching and student engagement

News

… and student engagement, Apker and Schröter have been named recipients of WMU’s Distinguished Teaching Award, the … of the WMU faculty since 2001. She teaches courses in organizational and health communication, with a focus on … associate professor of public administration and a 2024 P residential Innovation Professor , brings a global …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/distinguished-teaching-awards-2025-julie-apker-daniela-schroter

Dr. Shannon McMorrow awarded Haenicke Institute grant to enhance global public health education

College of Health and Human Services

… , associate professor in the School of Interdisciplinary Health Programs and 2012 graduate of the Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Health … Education - Global Classrooms Collaborative for Spring 2025, which involves two key components. First, she would …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/01/mcmorrow

Bridging cultures and celebrating unity, International Festival returns to Miller Auditorium

International Student and Scholar Services

… Bridging cultures and celebrating unity, International Festival returns to Miller Auditorium Submitted by … students involved in international Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), giving them a platform to share their … online. Contact: Anezka Viskova-Robertson September 24, 2024

https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/09/international-festival-2024

Students Engage with Honor Credit Union’s Community Connection Center

College of Health and Human Services

… macro social work class, SWRK 4010 Task Groups and Organizations, visited Honor Credit Union’s Community Connection Center in downtown Kalamazoo for a dynamic and educational experience. The visit aligned with the … team members volunteered across six regions on October 14, 2024, supporting over 50 local organizations. Voices of …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/01/honorcu

Integrated supply management student wins prestigious scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… Integrated supply management student wins prestigious scholarship Submitted by …   Dober accepted the $4,250 scholarship award at the organization’s annual scholarship awards celebration at the … in business analytics. She expects to graduate in spring 2024. In fall 2021, she was part of the student team that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69719

President Montgomery forges legacy of student success

W Magazine

… 24 spring, summer and fall commencement ceremonies, personally congratulating tens of thousands of graduates with a … under U.S. President Bill Clinton and the auto recovery czar for President Barack Obama—others on WMU’s campus were … executive assistant senior until her retirement in January 2024, his true strength emerged during moments of …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2025/06/president-edward-montgomery-forges-legacy-student-success-record-outcomes

WMU food marketing program wins industry award

Haworth College of Business

… marketing program is being recognized for industry exceptionalism by Progressive Grocer . The organization highlights outstanding grocers, suppliers, service … Awards. Western’s food marketing program received the 2024 Impact Award for Educational Support and Learning …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/12/progressive-grocer-impact-award

Ethics Center announces book clubs for fall

Study of Ethics in Society

… education, lessons from literature for living a good life, and working with artificial intelligence.  The … to register . “ What Universities Owe Democracy ”   by Ronald J. Daniels , the president of Johns Hopkins University, … WMU News online. Contact: Sandra L Borden September 9, 2024

https://wmich.edu/ethics/news/2024/09/ethics

Bronco Innovators Challenge inspires creativity, encourages entrepreneurship

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… through mentorship and guided peer collaboration.  The inaugural Bronco Innovators Challenge , launched in January … of velcro add-on options to make the bag entirely customizable. She's also looking for a potential manufacturer. A … during a comprehensive research week in spring 2024. "As a high-research University, Western prides itself …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72467