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Results-oriented academic leader, public policy scholar will lead Western’s academic affairs division
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… spring, seeking a bold thought leader and change agent to work in concert with faculty and staff in an environment … honored Vasquez Heilig with the 2022 Linda C. Tillman Social and Racial Justice Award, which recognizes … in furthering the values of diversity, equity and social justice in educational organizations. "Dean Vasquez …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69883
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
From spores to scores: WMU grad student cultivates connection through mycology, music
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… and a program supportive of exploration and innovation. "My work isn't very traditional, and (when I was looking at … of people following the Chaotic Forager's adventures on social media as well. "It's about showing there is value in … place where blueberries grow, and that means it's more valuable and more likely to be protected." For more WMU news, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66721
WMU honored for diversity, inclusion efforts for fifth year in a row
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… to reflect on their successes and also determine where more work needs to be done. We also continue to raise the … assistant, workshops and informational sessions, organized social events, and increased communication between students … is a comprehensive program designed to offer academic, social and professional development services. The Kalamazoo …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42545
Wisconsin educator will lead WMU College of Health and Human Services
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… together diverse fields such as the health sciences, social services, public health, engineering and medicine. … UWM—all in psychology. In addition, he did post-doctoral work in addiction and behavioral health, also at UWM. He has … who has announced she will return to the School of Social Work faculty after a year-long administrative leave …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46964
Working with youth has its own rewards, challenges
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… Working with youth has its own rewards, challenges Submitted … of the Ph.D. program. “We see this work as an act of social justice and strive to elevate youth assets within our … "The internships and community partnerships are invaluable. Interning in the out-of-school time sector offers …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53714
Artist, alumna presents visual discourse on immigration in WMU show
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… life in an exhibit at Western Michigan University. The artwork, created by Alessandra Santos-Pye , also known as "Ally … as a human, wife, mother, therapist and artist. Her artwork consistently reflects both existential and … in expressing a flow of life events, thoughts, feelings and social themes through paint and mixed media. These …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18916
Balancing cybersecurity and business goals
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… nature of attacks that bad actors can commit. Whether it’s social engineering, software vulnerabilities or even … services that will generate profits,” says Jesse, who has worked in his family’s web design company where he was first … started in the submarine service of the U.S. Navy, where he worked as a mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic technician. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68924
Design, future consumer landscapes focus of upcoming talk
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… March 2 , to spark a conversation on design that generates social and cultural engagement. Speaking at 3 p.m. in … of the global Perkins + Will architecture and design network. He is currently working with WMU on the master planning process, studying …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38421
Veenstra Peace Lecture to focus on elections and world government
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… Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons. His work has appeared in a number of leading philosophical and … Peace Center, Pax Christi Kalamazoo, St. Thomas More Social Justice, St. Joseph Social Justice and Kalamazoo Non-Violent Opponents of War. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38944