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Online library survey looks at customer service

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… participate in the online LibQUAL+ survey being conducted this month by University Libraries. The survey is available  through Sunday, April 10 . Conducted only once … staff to share their opinions with the libraries to help us better understand what needs improvement and how to better

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31026

WMU supply chain students secure first place at Operation Stimulus Competition

Haworth College of Business

… University and Wayne State University.  Operation Stimulus is a national competition with decades-long ties to the … and companies as they prepare for their future careers. This year’s case tasked the teams with developing a 10-year … , of Kalamazoo, Michigan, managed the financial analysis of cash flow, expenses, income and payback for the company. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75345

Get a fresh start spring semester with events focused on building connections, well-being and racial equality

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… and programs and serve the community, spring semester is ripe with potential to get involved at Western Michigan … Year, New YOU The Student Recreation Center (SRC) is more than a place to exercise; it's a hub to connect, engage and … list of things you end up not doing but asking yourself, 'Why? What will I gain if I do this?' Because if there's a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62676

Semester-long series at WMU focuses on climate crisis, inspiring change

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… Semester-long series at WMU focuses on climate crisis, inspiring change Submitted by Erin Flynn on … Z Americans consider climate change a big concern and more than a third say it is their top concern. Western's Climate … think the more we talk about (climate-related) issues, the better it is and the more we raise awareness," says May …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74224

Talk discusses significance of Vietnam-era anti-war movement

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… Talk discusses significance of Vietnam-era anti-war movement … Deanne Puca on Appy (Photo by Ian Kaye) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—"Why We Don't Have a Peace Memorial: The Vietnam War and the … the false claims upon which it was based. Appy questions why the most diverse and vibrant peace movement in United …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45912

WMU and Greenleaf Trust celebrate 2021 scholars

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… from right. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Since opening its doors more than 20 years ago, Greenleaf Trust has been committed to … Yet William D. Johnston , founder and chair, was discouraged to find that a small number of students from … with degrees in finance.  To help bridge that gap, he and his wife, Ronda Stryker , established a scholarship at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66096

WMU's Heritage Hall garners highest green building ranking

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's historic Heritage Hall has earned platinum status, the … The energy-saving elements alone make Heritage Hall more than 50 percent more efficient than buildings that use more … persisted, and we're told every day that the community is a better place for it." For more WMU news, arts and events , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40423

Standout business graduate enters workforce armed with grit, resilience

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… Elizabeth Heinz) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Leaders are forged in crisis. It comes as no surprise then that Kordell Smith … and campus,” says Smith. “I couldn’t have fallen into a better place.” His tour guide, Lauren Toppen , also played a … he says his leadership management strategy course was more than a class; it was a journey of teamwork, commitment, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59046

WellTrack app gives WMU community tools to focus on mental health

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… focus on mental health Submitted by Erin Flynn on WellTrack is a new self-help application available to WMU students, … and they’re only increasing in this “new normal.” That’s why Breanna Traynor , assistant director of mental health … counseling. It’s important to be proactive, rather than reactive, in recognizing issues. “I think we’re …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61381

Family overcoming adversity thrives through WMU programs, partnerships

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… Thomas and Trayshawna Thomas see a bright future ahead, thanks, in part, to programs offered and supported by WMU. … elementary school, Trayshawna Thomas struggled. Disinterested and frustrated in the classroom, she barely … Nora Thomas . "Now she's succeeding and pushing me to do better, too." Calbert teaches a WIRE class. Thomas …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57303