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National Guardsman, a WMU alum, helps lead effort to feed thousands of Michigan families

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… of Michiganders in need during the COVID-19 crisis is no small task. 2nd Lt. Hunter Davidson and his team of … it’s pretty difficult. But, at the end of the day, we all know it’s for a really good cause,” Davidson says, estimating … in the uncharted territory he’s leading his team through now. “The ability to remain resilient, flexible and handle …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59294

WMU education professor offers teaching advice for caregivers of homebound special education students

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… of homebound special education students Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Luchara Wallace (left), Greg Wallace … how can caregivers best serve students whose academic struggles require individualized learning techniques? Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59245

WMU supply chain program once again named top program in U.S.

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… integrated supply management program recently ranked No. 11 on national researcher Gartner's list of Top U.S. … The consistent ranking on the top-25 list is something that not all schools can claim and illustrates that the … students associated with the program." The Gartner report noted that among the top 25 undergraduate supply chain …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60197

Grad student looks to fill critical gap in orientation and mobility specialists in South Africa

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… it comes to goals, Tracey Joubert sets the bar high. "My biggest thing in life is to be able to have a positive impact … finds a majority of impairment goes unaddressed. Another survey estimates 97% of South Africans who are blind … capable and can be integrated in society," Joubert says, noting in a country with nearly 60 million people, there are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65565

WMU graduates succeed

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… by Madeleine Fojtik on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Sadarra Fields had no intention of staying in Michigan when she graduated in … wing dedicated to the performing arts—she accepted. Fields now directs vocal music at the Marvin L. Winans Academy of … of the organizations in which graduates in those majors are now employed.  Read more about WMU’s distinctive people and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46643

The spirit of adventure

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… The spirit of adventure Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU alumnus Jon Good, founder of Green Door … would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs? Embrace the struggle! Entrepreneurship is not sitting in a coffee shop on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/48055

WMU becomes part of national student mental health effort

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… part of national student mental health effort Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As part of its Success at … focus on student well-being and mental health. WMU is now one of nearly 200 campuses across the country enrolled …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47566

Western Michigan University launches 24/7 year-round mental health support for students

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… Montgomery . "Asking for help is a sign of wisdom and nothing could be more appropriate in a learning environment. … The service is also available to enrolled students no matter their location—whether a student is on campus, … or studying abroad. “We know many college students struggle with their mental health. A study recently reported by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69195

Three new dinosaurs stomping into Rood Hall Dino Park in summer 2023

College of Arts and Sciences

… Three new dinosaurs stomping into Rood Hall Dino Park in summer 2023 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Be prepared for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71118

WMU student places first at national sales competition

Haworth College of Business

… money. Musser of Macomb and TJ Devries of Tinley Park, Illinois, competed against teams from eight other universities … as ‘the buyer.’ Instead, I try to recognize that they are no different than me. They have hopes, dreams, fears and … and challenging myself, and they helped more than they know,” he says. The competition took several weeks of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73378