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Seita Scholars coaching program becomes national, international model

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… but also skills that they will need in life." The model was developed from research by WMU faculty, staff and … Knutson says. It teaches support professionals a skill set that can be used in a variety of forms of communication. … their support network to enhance their professional skill set and to transform WMU students by integrating experiences …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/29829

Governor appoints new members to WMU Board of Trustees

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… by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer , two new leaders are set to join the Western Michigan University Board of … to welcome Trustees Trevan and Turfe," says President Edward Montgomery . "I look forward to the expertise and insights they will add to the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62619

Kalamazoo Island Fest returns for 19th year

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… celebrating the culture of the Caribbean. The festival is set for Thursday through Saturday, June 19-21 , at the … 8 p.m., Jabala Afrika. 8:30 to 10 p.m., Taj Weekes and Adowa. 10:30 p.m. to midnight, One Love Reggae Band. Between sets, Tropical Storm Sound System. Friday, June 20 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16298

WMU holds fun, informative Brain Awareness Fair

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… WMU holds fun, informative Brain Awareness Fair Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Fair organizers … other fun, neuroscience-focused activities during a Brain Awareness Fair set for noon to   4 p.m. Saturday, March 29 , in Western …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14633

University opts out of Bellevue property purchases

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… from such local zoning and planning ordinances. "This was a very simple purchase, and we thought the use of the … Der Kley , WMU vice president for business and finance. "It was never our intent, though, to spark an uncomfortable and … with the city. Neither the city nor the University want to set what each side believes might be an inappropriate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14471

Kalamazoo, campus communities getting ready for prom night

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… for Western Michigan University's 26th annual Senior Prom , set for Thursday, March 27 , on campus in the Bernhard … p.m. About Senior Prom The Senior Prom began in 1988 as a way for older WMU alumni and area residents to share an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14265

WMU food marketing program one of two to achieve CMA certification

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… one of two to achieve CMA certification Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Schneider Hall, home of the Haworth College of … achieved CMA curriculum certification. The certification, awarded to the WMU program in January, signifies that the … they hire from our program have met the industry standards set for an analyst position in category management. Our …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13337

Western joins new initiative to increase Michigan's child welfare workforce

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… IV-E Program coordinator at WMU. "It's really going to set our students up for success as they move into their … Title IV-E Fellows a $5,000 stipend per semester to help offset tuition. Undergraduate social work students are eligible … Central Michigan University, Michigan State University and Wayne State University. Western's first cohort will begin in …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/western-joins-initiative

Internship helps brew exciting career now on tap for student

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… train for six weeks at the company's headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin before selecting the region she will … who were in food marketing and they liked it, and it was an almost 100% job placement rate," says Taylor. Taylor … The real-world experience Taylor gained at Arcadia set her apart from the pack as she was interviewing for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53045

New climate and energy advisor develops vision for cleaner, greener Michigan

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… are urging changes in behavior and policy to slow the warming trend, and many governments and businesses are … earned a doctoral degree from Western Michigan University, was tapped to lead the charge in Michigan. Tasked with … role. "Dr. Brown is a strategic thinker who knows how to set objectives that matter, design programs to accomplish …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54484