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Newly revamped Western Wellness effort takes fitness and well-being to new heights

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… revamped Western Wellness effort takes fitness and well-being to new heights Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … That's the spirit behind an effort to breathe new life into the University's Western Wellness program and improve … in a health coaching session. The biometric screening can be done by scheduling an appointment with Holtyn & …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32843

Therapy Dog Clinic awarded grant

Unified Clinics

… to support placing WMU therapy dogs Sunny, Oreo and Poppy into outpatient therapy and occupational therapy services … throughout WMU and the community.  Therapy dogs have been trained to provide emotional support which positively … people feel better. Research has shown that therapy dogs can be a calm and supportive presence in unknown or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75451

Bronco geology team brings home silver in prestigious competition

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… among 11 teams competing in the Eastern Section of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists Imperial Barrel … scholarship funds. Only three teams received medals and cash awards. WMU IBA team, from left: Dr. Robb Gillespie, … a formal "Oil and Gas Prospect" presentation by all team members to a panel of energy professionals. The judges this …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39590

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences recognizes its 2023 Presidential Scholars

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Scholars, the highest academic honor that Western can bestow on its undergraduates. Selection is based on a … an international student from Palestine, getting accepted into WMU and starting a new student life at WMU was not easy …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71264

Expect festivities and finances to be top of mind as holidays approach

Haworth College of Business

… Expect festivities and finances to be top of mind as holidays approach Submitted by Amy … the effects of that war may keep up inflationary pressure into the future.  “With a new White House plan to implement … pressure,” he says. “Inflation helps explain why American credit cards have both all-time high balances and …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/festivities-finances-2024

WMU boosts need-based aid for 10 top incoming students

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—High-achieving students who intend to be part of Western Michigan University's fall 2015 incoming … to enter the running for both types of scholarships, but can only receive one. "As a University community, our goal … or are planning to apply will automatically be added to the candidate pool if they've signified financial need by having …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20296

Discounted tickets offered for 'Rent' anniversary tour

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… performance only, two hours prior to the show. Payment is cash only and limited to two tickets per person. Performance … Sunday, Nov. 13, 1 p.m. The tradition of discounted tickets began in 1996 in New York when the show moved to Broadway … an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36086

Strengthening interprofessional education: Nursing and medicine collaborate on renal lecture

College of Health and Human Services

… Submitted by Jillian Fraze on An established relationship between faculty from the Homer Stryker M.D. School of … Grand Rounds in December 2023. The collaboration continued into Fall 2024 and 2025, with Kuhn returning to lecture on …   For further collaboration or inquiries, Dr. Diane Peirce can be reached at  @email .   …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/08/nursing-wmed

An electrifying future: Western team charging ahead with energy innovations

W Magazine

… weather events— from heat waves to wildfires to hurricanes—and an aging energy infrastructure. It's a race … cases it’s the only feasible option." In fact, in a September report, the U.S. Department of Energy estimated the … overnight; new technology would be gradually integrated into the aging grid in a way that doesn’t disrupt the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66666

Decline in pollinators prompts WMU staffers to build them a home

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… Moss and Sharon Mullins love talking about the birds and bees. In fact, the two Western Michigan University employees … primarily Michigan's native bees, reproduce. Their foray into the life cycles and importance of these dwindling … populations strong and healthy." Although bee houses can be placed just about anywhere, it's necessary to have …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54576