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Honors college offers fun summer programs for bright kids
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… in ATYP, nor are there any eligibility requirements. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. Returning programs Seven programs … senior year in high school develop essay ideas and focus on what they really want colleges to know about them. It is for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6574
Redefining Normal: Alumni find strength in each other to inspire a new generation
W Magazine
… to inspire a new generation Submitted by Erin Flynn on Alexis and Justin Black sit together in their new home. … "We went most of our lives not really understanding what that looks like." "I had at least three generations of … mentors around me gave me the confidence to apply. They suggested I go to the Seita Scholars Program because they had …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63818
Professor receives award for contributions to LGBTQ-inclusive literature in elementary education
College of Education and Human Development
… literature in elementary education Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Jill Hermann-Wilmarth, recipient of the … Literacy in the Elementary Classroom," a book discussing what LGBTQ-inclusive literacy teaching can look like in practice, including what teachers might say and how students might respond. The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71204
Taking the leap: Erin Rogers’ journey at WMU Haworth
Haworth College of Business
… Ever since, she has been practicing her craft. She is now a sales and business marketing major in her senior … and the key players that are a part of it. I trust that what I have learned from the sales program will provide me … with Stryker once she graduates, She looks forward to what comes next. “I plan to use the skills I have learned in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69496
From grading to wading, student finds success shifting academic focus to follow passion
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… field research. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Eyeing a career as an English teacher, Adam Austin probably never imagined how much … like that, but then somehow that didn't translate to what I went to college for initially." Nearly finished with … degree along the way. [caption align="right"] [/caption] "What draws me back has always been the faculty who have been …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60045
Confronting racism and creating justice take center stage at WMU with book circles, play
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… Confronting racism and creating justice take center stage at WMU with book … at WMU. "How are we as an institution thinking about what that means for us and who we are? Those are the kind of … "It helps to contextualize the drive and counsel that Reggie gave during the time he was my teacher." "Spiral: Up & …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55591
Making 'work from home' work for you
W Magazine
… the absence of a dedicated home office, many of us grabbed what we could and set up makeshift workstations at the … in ergonomics, or the study of how we work. “And that discomfort, if it continues without us doing something about … minutes at a time before taking a break. Some researchers suggest that we should also not stand in the same position for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62168
Self-watering planters sow seeds of sustainability across campus
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… Mich.—A planting project with roots in sustainability is blossoming at Western Michigan University. Crews from … time to get all of the pots and flats ready to go. "The biggest challenge was space or, more specifically, lack of … her voice cracking with emotion. "(Projects like) this are what I did it for. I want people to be aware. When these …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64318
Building a business fueled by hometown pride
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… Lake Michigan so much that they wanted souvenirs featuring what they called "the Indiana coast." That is when the idea for The IN Coast hit Soffin. And once it … in yourself and go for it!" Contact: Zack Zagula and Tonya Durlach June 15, 2018 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47600
In the business of making a difference
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… a better place? Western Michigan University alumnus Ryan Preisner thinks so. Through a social enterprise model and … the process." It's a philosophy that seems to be working. What started out as a fun hobby has transformed into a … this world a better place." Contact: Zack Zagula and Tonya Durlach June 11, 2018 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47536