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WMU expert tells PBS audience University has resources to help vulnerable students transition to college

College of Education and Human Development

… vulnerable students transition to college Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The transition from high … can be difficult for any student. For those with learning disabilities, it can be even more challenging as they … professor of educational leadership in higher education, discussed where students and families can find resources to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71595

Former astronaut, first woman of color in space to visit WMU

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… Former astronaut, first woman of color in space to visit WMU Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … science, technology, engineering and math education later this month when she visits the Western Michigan University campus. Mae Jemison , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38612

Learner support program self-study reports available for review

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… . The Learner Support Program Review and Planning cycle is the second round of the University's ongoing integrated … now under review were the culmination of Phase I of this cycle, which began July 15, 2016, and ended in December. … phase Phase II has begun with an observation team comprised of staff members from learner support programs across …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/37849

Graduate College Dean Stapleton named interim provost

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… Dr. Timothy Greene , who after nine years in the position, is returning to the faculty in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Stapleton is an internationally recognized scientist with a long track record of receiving major research …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40857

WMU international student enrollment continues to grow

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… on international student enrollment across the country this past academic year and compares changes to 2012-13. It … at U.S. colleges and universities rose by 8 percent this past year. Meanwhile, WMU's international student … WMU's international student body has continued to grow this fall at an even higher rate. This fall's enrollment data …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20281

WMU Ethics Center sponsors contest on ethics of 'Star Wars'

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… University Center for the Study of Ethics in Society is probing the outer reaches of the galaxy by holding a … from the "Star Wars" action films. The center's contest is titled "The Most Important Thing I Learned about Ethics … take-away from the famous film and book series. Those wishing to enter are asked to post their answers on the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28938

Musical America names WMU prof Top 30 Professional

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… Mich.—A respected music publication has named an accomplished Western Michigan University music professor an … America has included Thomas Knific in its December 2016 issue profiling the Top 30 Professionals for the year. … says. "Musical America has always been the gold standard aggregator and publication for the music profession. I am …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36825

Homecoming weekend 5k race to prompt road closures

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The Campus Classic is part of WMU's Homecoming festivities. KALAMAZOO, … Western Michigan University's West Campus in Kalamazoo. Registration is now open. Runners may register online or by mail or fax. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27502

Pianist John Mortensen to present recital

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… Pianist John Mortensen to present recital Submitted by Anonymous … Michigan University’s Dalton Center Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public. Program selections will … and Paul Desmond. Tango composer Astor Piazzolla and modernist writer Patrick Zimmerli will also be represented. John …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27435

Works by prominent artists on display at the Richmond Center

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… Works by prominent artists on display at the Richmond Center Submitted by Anonymous (not … by Pascal Meccariello KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A dynamic artists collective from the Dominican Republic, "Quintapata," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26967