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New LEED building certifications boost WMU total to seven

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… building and its special features most recently appeared in the December 2012 issue of Buildings magazine. In … 2014. The buildings still in the certification process are Sangren Hall, the Lee Honors College, the new Zhang … Western View, Phase II. Those six buildings, Strazdas says, are registered with the U.S. Green Building Council and are

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4731

Nation's health inequality to be addressed in lecture, conference

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… not for all segments of the population. Health disparities are evident between rich and poor, black and white and the … educated. For example, infants born to black U.S. women are up to three times more likely to die than those born to … women. Advance reservations for the Burian Lecture only are not required, but are appreciated by going to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4772

Two more students earn prestigious Gilman scholarships

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… a $4,500 Gilman Scholarship. A graduate of Escanaba Area Public High School, she is a junior majoring in French … International Education, adds that the returning students are better prepared to assume leadership roles within government and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4296

Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity commemorates 50 years at WMU

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… founding of the Epsilon Xi chapter and a founders’ banquet are among the planned events. The deadline for all events … . Speaker series : Most of the high-profile alumni speakers are scheduled to present at various times on Thursday, … alumnus delivering his talk on Friday, Oct. 5. The speakers are all accomplished professionals who will discuss their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1826

WMU graduate students author infant foster care grant

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… WMU graduate students author infant foster care grant Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Improving outcomes in infant foster care KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University's acclaimed Foster … program aimed at improving outcomes in infant foster care. The effort is being made possible by a $50,000 grant …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1512

From frontline worker to a future in HR: Jessica Robach has found her purpose

Haworth College of Business

… my ‘why’ in pursuing an HR major. Front-line workers are the heart of many business operations, and I believe they are a company’s most valuable asset. Working to empower … the Haworth College of Business was preparing her for her career. “When first entering my human resources role, I was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73614

More to discover at 2023 Western Week: Kickin’ it with the Broncos

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… faculty, staff, alumni and others to come together to share their Bronco spirit. It all starts with Giving Day on April 12 . A Bye Bye Bernhard farewell carnival, a Spring Bash and a football spring showcase are among the other planned events. The four-day observance …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71328

Robert S. Kaiser Sales, Negotiation and Leadership Lab opens to students

Haworth College of Business

… selling scenarios in a realistic environment where they are recorded and can review their sales role-plays. "Through … ability to watch and evaluate their own recordings, they are able to refine and improve naturally. The facility opens … 100 percent engagement rate, which means that all students are employed, in graduate school or serving in the military …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49572

Ready for liftoff: Engineering student has sights set on space

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… materialize. “Today, seeing everything that NASA and SpaceX are doing makes me excited for my future. I want to be a … to choose engineering. “Our professors know that students are making a huge transition to college life,” she says. … I love about Western is how knowledgeable the professors are. They not only answer student questions—they encourage …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66271

From cockroaches to xylophones: WMU education students engage in unique hands-on learning

College of Education and Human Development

… Michigan University students discovered classroom pets are not limited to just guinea pigs. During  Dr. Meredith … have in our classroom that don’t cost a lot of money but are still really cool for kids to explore, like insects.” For new educators, insects are a great introduction to classroom pets because of their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71263