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Education and human development honors alumni at 25th annual award ceremony
College of Education and Human Development
… field of education, Korinek has served as a middle school social studies teacher and was named the Middle School Educator of the Year by the Michigan Council for the Social Studies in 2017. Korinek has also served as a middle … place-based and problem based program where students work on-site to solve authentic, contemporary problems …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73000
Education's newest leaders: WMU launches Michigan's first collegiate FCCLA chapter
College of Education and Human Development
… of professional development, community service and networking for members to have careers lined upon graduation," … at Portage Northern High School for 12 years. Mercil has worked closely with Michigan FCCLA organization, helping … continue doing something they love and join an immediate network of like-minded people will make the transition so much …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/02/fccla-michigan-first-college-chapter-fcs-cte
WMU LBGT alumni group to host homecoming reception
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… Mich.—Western Michigan University's Pride Alumni Network will host its third annual Homecoming Reception and Social from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 23 , at the Zhang … annual Alumni Community Impact Award for extraordinary work impacting the lesbian, bisexual, gay and transgender …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27900
Student Recreation Center creates lasting impact on students’ personal growth, sense of belonging
Student Life
… Consortium. The goal of this study was to capture valuable data on student experiences an d examine the impact … various recreational facilities, activities and programs Social, academic, emotional and health-related outcomes of … learning about them and their culture at the same time as working out.” Senior Cedric Gnamien The ability to learn …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70910
‘Rising star’ tapped to lead Western’s College of Education and Human Development
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… strengthening community partnerships, and committing to social justice, equity and inclusion,” Dinehart says. “I look forward to working collaboratively with faculty and staff to envision … context of the early care and education environment. Her work on the relationship between fine motor skills and later …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71159
Campus office hours released for holidays
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… represented employees have contractually scheduled regular work days between Thursday, Dec. 22, and Tuesday, Jan. 3 . …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36916
Ending racism through education, systemic change is goal of criminal justice alumna
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… going on." Chianté Lymon The encounter planted the seeds of social justice in her head. "That moment has always been in … "Being able to make a change in people's lives and in the workplace, I think, is really where my drive is," says … Court , became a mentor to Lymon, sharing her passion for social justice. She helped Lymon become the first youth …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/66995
Department of Dance presents annual Winter Gala concert
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… will include WMU dance students performing dances by Great Works Dance Project featured artist Paul Taylor , as well … faculty and student choreography. About the concert Great Works Dance Project The Great Works Dance Project brings … Curwen and Jeremy Blair , each explore the current divisive social climate in their new choreography. Curwen's "Falling …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44735
Assistant professor to present on professional identity in counselor education
College of Education and Human Development
… their students. "I'm incredibly excited that Dr. Ngadjui's work is being recognized internationally," says Dr. Luchara … we should look into replicating at WMU and expanding on her work." ABOUT NGADJUI Ngadjui joined the Department of … Leader honor as well as the 2020 Multiculturalism and Social Justice Advocacy Award. She also received the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72789
Water quality research and engineering firm is newest BTR Park partner
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… president Chad Drummond , launched their firm in 2016. The work of the Michigan office, Carpenter says, revolves around … industry; and nonprofit organizations. Some of the firm's work involves developing comprehensive decision-making models that include social, economic and environmental components. Helping …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43452