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Geography professor publishes ‘ABCs of Geography’ children’s book
College of Arts and Sciences
… Geography professor publishes ‘ABCs of Geography’ children’s book Submitted by … and expanded into more topics, Mathews began to consider what a geography-focused contribution might look like. “I … hope for this book is that kids and parents know better what geography is and that it’s a discipline that can be …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69847
Climate change focus of honors college lectures
News
… 9. KALAMAZOO—A lecture series featuring weekly talks and discussions focused on climate change will kick off … Paul Clements , professor of political science Feb. 27 —"What's the Worst That Could Happen?," Dr. Duane Hampton , … of sociology March 27 —"History and Climate Change: What's Culture Got To Do With It?," Dr. Sarah Hill , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3798
Experiences at WMU serve HR executive well in professional life
W Magazine
… a profound impact on the human resources professional she is today. “I was very quiet and shy, so I decided to … four days, and you are trying to connect and understand what they want, putting them on a path that will lead them … well as for the entire company, including topics of micro-aggression, bias and harassment. “In order to be really great …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57384
Fashion program hosts annual career week giving students an inside look at the industry
College of Education and Human Development
… students an inside look at the industry Submitted by Chris Hybels on Kathy Fulton, founder of The Fulton Foundry, … and design student looks at a sweatshirt from Hurley's NASCAR collaboration. The design for a women's top … to come into a variety of different classes to speak about what it is they do in their job,” explained Kelly Weathers , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71206
Kalamazoo Film Society presents 'Robot & Frank'
News
… and 9 p.m. Saturday; and 2:30, 5 and 7 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5. Set in the near future, Frank, a retired cat burglar, … robot programmed to improve his physical and mental health. What follows is an often hilarious and sometimes …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1889
Western students lead strategy development to keep young professionals in Kalamazoo
News
… from the Monroe-Brown Foundation looks on. (Courtesy: Madison Rose Photography) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Keeping talent in … Council that brought together all kinds of people. And what did they say the central challenge facing the state is? … and downtown by hosting interactive events highlighting what Kalamazoo has to offer and incentivizing getting …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75403
WMU faculty awarded NSF grant to explore fast-growing hydrogeology field
News
… a hydrogeology field course in 2019. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Where is the best place to drill a well? How does water flow underground? What contaminants are in our drinking water? Heightened … in Maryland for the NSF award. Collaborators include Drs. Peggy McNeal and Joel Moore . McNeal, who earned a doctorate …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62867
From frontline worker to a future in HR: Jessica Robach has found her purpose
Haworth College of Business
… management (HRM) student Jessica Robach , hard work is nothing new. Having worked in a manufacturing position … at Western Michigan University, she is getting a taste of what her future holds. Beginning during the past January, … have the opportunity to network and find out more about what their careers could look like.” She also shares how WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73614
Strategic Planning enters next phase at WMU
News
… the future of Western Michigan University. The institution is developing a new Strategic Plan to prepare for the decade … and generate ideas about the University's core purpose, what future success might look like and the values that define WMU. A virtual suggestion box remains open online. "Our process this year …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66741
Inspired by alumni grandparents, future Bronco aims to take wing as pilot
First-Year Faces
… let me sit in the co-pilot seat—and I knew then that this was what I wanted to do with my life.” Her aspirations will … “It all depends on how busy my freshman year will be and what I can fit in. But I enjoy lacrosse, swimming, soccer, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68369