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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
Campus community, alumni welcomed to homecoming week events ahead of game
News
… faculty and staff are gathering across campus under this year’s theme, “Home Sweet Home,” to welcome alumni, … early days: How did Western expand across Stadium Drive? What was here before it became Main Campus? Parking is … lots adjacent to the Bernhard Center. Wednesday, Oct. 12 "What is (American) football," a cultural workshop primarily …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69383
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
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
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
WMU faculty awarded NSF grant to explore fast-growing hydrogeology field
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… 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
WMU professor's research paves the way to improving pedestrian safety nationwide
W Magazine
… University professor's pedestrian traffic safety research is garnering national attention—and saving lives in the … were actually following the posted speed limits. So, he suggested enlisting police to strictly enforce the law when … next three years. That was the end of the speeding. That's what it takes to make a change. You've got to get people to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57296
Focus on English language learners at Humanities Center event
News
… Focus on English language learners at Humanities Center event Submitted … Mich.—A Michigan State University scholar will explore what works and what doesn't when it comes to learning English as a second …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38245
Hundreds of future scientists and engineers will showcase talents at Western Michigan
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Hundreds of future scientists and engineers will showcase talents at Western Michigan … found in area curricula but also has events that are beyond what a student experiences. Technology, engineering, … of this competition but also to be on a campus and learn what the college experience is like and how a college …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/74970