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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
Exercise science students polish interview skills with YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo
College of Education and Human Development
… Exercise science students polish interview skills with YMCA of … and they knew their drive and their passion towards what they wanted to do as a career," says Erik Anderson , … at a non-profit organization, like the YMCA. "I think what we are learning in this class will be helpful for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73586
Pathway Tutoring program connects teacher candidates to community youth
College of Education and Human Development
… teacher candidates to community youth Submitted by Chris Hybels on The Pathway Tutoring program has provided … exercise, like playing a game or finding out what motivates a student to learn,” says LaLonde. “So, the … the Read by Grade 3 Law to identify learners who are struggling with reading and writing to provide them support. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71518
WMU engineering student's prototype design unveiled at Frankfurt Auto Show
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… Show Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Knepley with his prototype KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A Western Michigan University … a prototype of a wheel he designed for the world's biggest automotive stage. Conner Knepley , a junior from … Knepley says. "The purpose of bringing it there was to see what kind of interest there was. Since there was such good …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28063
Ethics Center offers four book club events for the fall semester
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… Mich.—The Center for the Study of Ethics in Society is hosting a series of book clubs during the fall semester … has many research ethics implications, ranging from what constitutes research misconduct and what are the responsibilities of mentors, to the role played …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48334
Kalamazoo's commitment to education topic of panel at WMU
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… of the Kalamazoo region's commitment to educational equity is the focus of a panel discussion Monday, April 2 , on the … will also discuss potential future paths, contemplating what it may mean to embrace a "right to literacy" and an … equity and access. Panelists will share their thoughts on what a commitment to educational equity means and engage in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45977
Coercion and morality meet in ethics discussion
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… Coercion and morality meet in ethics discussion Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … to answer when determining how coercion undermines consent: What kind of coercive threat undermines consent? By what mechanism does a threat undermine consent? Hallie …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35881
New Empowering Futures Community promotes exploration, campus engagement at Western
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… Mich.—On the cusp of graduation, Elizabeth "E.J." Taylor is ready to make the world her stage. Empowered by … grateful that I found the path I did, because I always knew what I wanted to do—being in the entertainment industry—but … of college is not 13th grade, so we're teaching students what college is, how to be successful at Western and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67074
Internship helps brew exciting career now on tap for student
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… her degree in food and consumer package goods marketing, is living that dream. This summer she'll begin her career as … a job while they were a student that allowed them to apply what they were learning in the classroom. The real-world … the importance of experiential learning. "When you find what you want to do, stick to it and make sure you put all …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53045
WMU closed Monday Jan. 27, due to severe weather
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… severe weather Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU is closed Monday, Jan. 27. KALAMAZOO—Except for essential … and emergency services, Western Michigan University is closed Monday, Jan. 27 , due to severe weather. All … are closed. The WMU Bookstore is also closed Jan. 27. Biggby Coffee is open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Subway is open 10 a.m. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/13022