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Dollars and cents of good governance explored in Sichel Series

News

… of public affairs and director of the Center for Health and Social Policy in the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public … Carolyn J. Heinrich Heinrich's research focuses on social welfare policy, labor force development, public … methods for program evaluation. In her research, she works directly with governments at all levels, including the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1647

WMU sales students win Desert Cup for 3rd straight year

Haworth College of Business

… challenging objections.  For Gratsch, not only did her hard work result in a win, but she learned something new about … students get ready for this competition, I see all the hard work they put into it, and I see it pay off. They always … agrees. “The students are so talented, dedicated and hardworking, but also so much fun to work with. I was really …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/03/sales-students-win-desert-cup-2026

Medical pioneer in linking spirituality, health care to give talk

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… for health care and human services professionals who work in medicine, nursing, chaplaincy, mental health, hospice and social work settings. It will be followed by a reception in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14711

Spring 2026 student exhibit

University Libraries

… Libraries is honored to feature creative and research works by Western Michigan University students during the … as a devotional study rooted in the Catholic tradition. The work began as a faith-inspired gift, drawing from the … growth and the faith traditions that continue to shape my work. instagram.com/mads.art3 Olivia Converse Undergraduate …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/student-exhibit-spring-2026

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

Travel Award Winners Announced for the 61st International Congress on Medieval Studies

International Congress on Medieval Studies

… session "Dress and Textiles (4): Clothing as Signifier of Social and Political Roles" Maryam Mirzaei , presenting …

https://wmich.edu/medievalcongress/news/2025/11/icms-2026-travel-awards

Redirecting the Aviation Dream: Jonathan Freye Leverages Himself as an Aviation Lobbyist

College of Aviation

… my students went on to the College of Aviation and are now working in the industry. I'll always be grateful to Dr. … and lost control because of pilot error.    "Congress began working on a landmark law that substantially changed how … for the Federal Aviation Administration to train the coming workforce.  "I wrote and negotiated that legislation," he …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/10/freye

Confronting racism and creating justice take center stage at WMU with book circles, play

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… how will you fight?" "I want people to have a new level of social consciousness," says Lofton Durham , associate … until Dec. 8. The exhibition reflects nearly a century of work created by artists of African descent. A companion show … in 1991. His works focused on people in the context of social justice issues. "The work I've seen from the 'Spiral: …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55591

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

Final parking strategy set for Arcadia Flats

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… and capital projects at Western Michigan University. Work on Arcadia Flats is the first phase of the larger … The entire project is expected to be complete in 2024. Work is currently underway on the new student center in … of the construction sites. Updates are also available on social media using #WMUBuild. For more WMU news, arts and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58162