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WMU students moved to retirement home as part of intergenerational study

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… and their personal lives in an assisted-living facility with residents who are in their 80s and 90s, an unusual … and relationship building, the students are cohabitating with about 40 elders to live and engage as side-by-side … denizens.  “The residents have the opportunity to interact with younger people. They hear about their lives. They hear …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46636

Math and science experts chosen for teaching fellowship program

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… rural schools. KALAMAZOO—The third class of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation's Woodrow Wilson Michigan Teaching Fellows , … to provide Michigan's high-need urban and rural schools with teachers who offer both cutting-edge preparation and … the program was launched by the Kellogg Foundation in 2009 with $18 million in support. The program is administered by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8125

New Broncos Lead Internship Program will benefit students, Kalamazoo community

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… Council has had over the last 12 years had something to do with a college student with a brilliant idea who wanted to try it out," adds … the program. Page has been working for months to connect with employers around the Kalamazoo area and create …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71129

From Middle East to Midwest, aviation management student thrives through new opportunities

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… by Erin Flynn on Varsha Sundareswaran is graduating with a bachelor's degree in aviation management and … is friendly here. When I first came in, orientation with the Haenicke Institute was enough to tell me how … where she grew into a confident leader and manager. And with a freshly minted aviation management and operations …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75474

Chemical engineering grad ready to make a splash in sustainability efforts

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… Republic, Sanchez will graduate Saturday, April 29 , with a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and a job … Sanchez came to Western through a dual-degree partnership with Instituto Tecnologico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) in … stand out in her chosen field. One project involved working with Dr. Mert Atilhan , associate professor of chemical and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71513

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute appoints new director

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… Dr. Toni Woolfork-Barnes will transition to her new role with OLLI at WMU on Wednesday, May 1 . Woolfork-Barnes … various student-focused programs at WMU into her new role with OLLI at WMU, most recently serving as the director of … had two separate stints as the director for Upward Bound at WMU with time between the two spent as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52789

Global and Languages Community provides new student housing option

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… new housing opportunity, which includes suite-style rooms with a newly remodeled, fully functional kitchen and … This also gives domestic students the opportunity to live with someone from a different culture and learn something … to tailor their college experience by living on a floor with students who have similar majors or interests. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47388

WMU recognized again as a top university for sales education

Haworth College of Business

… Haworth’s program has been honored for providing students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed as sales … of success when it comes to student success measures, with 100% of students employed within three months of graduation and 100% of graduates …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67928

Kalamazoo Literacy Council, WMU celebrate 10th annual literacy symposium

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… Kalamazoo Literacy Council (KLC), in collaboration with Western Michigan University, is proud to announce the … for learning and collaboration, providing attendees with valuable insights into the world of adult education. … enhancing the lives of adults in Kalamazoo County who struggle to read, through programs designed to strengthen basic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73301

Broncos are CCHA champions

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… CCHA Tournament championship tonight at Joe Louis Arena with a 3-2 win over the University of Michigan. Playing in … CCHA tournament title in team history and first since 1986. With the championship, the Broncos earn an automatic berth … Walter and Chase Balisy, then held on as Michigan rallied with two goals in the third. Freshman goalie Frank Slubowski …

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