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Department of Occupational Therapy launches new bachelor's degree program

College of Health and Human Services

… students will engage in mentoring relationships with Western's OT doctoral students to build working … fieldwork experiences that mirror real-world situations with OTs and OT assistants. The past few years have marked … degree. "I'm very excited about the hands-on learning with the undergrad program," says Eberth. "Of course, I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66759

Arcadia Flats approved as name of new student housing under construction

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… "The name Arcadia Flats will connect the housing location with the surrounding landscape and foster a sense of place on campus and within the community," says Janice Quakenbush , director of … toward upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, with a combination of private and community spaces that are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53109

WMU interior design student places in IIDA Michigan Chapter ThinkUp Student Design Competition

Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation

… design charette competition. Students from WMU worked with and competed against interior design programs in two … project was completed in one week and required a floor plan with different types of work spaces. The teams had to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/70963

Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often

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… and Education at Western Michigan University. As some do with other taboo topics of conversation, parents are now … and guidance on discussing issues of race and racism with their children. While it can be uncomfortable and … conversation a step further and talk about anti-bias. She suggests resources for parents such as the conscious kid , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60000

Grow Your Own student applies literacy skills in elementary school

College of Education and Human Development

… first graders through a reading exercise. Eufracio works with children ranging from kindergarten to fourth grade. … seeking initial certification or additional endorsements with a tuition-free education. Western's College of … As a paraprofessional at Lawton Elementary, she works with 10 different groups of children each day. Between two …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74874

Three golfers named to NGCA Scholar All-America Teams

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… earned NGCA Scholar All-America status for the second time with the first nod coming in 2010. Grawburg finished her collegiate career with a 3.85 GPA and a bachelor's degree in biology. She has … standards for selection to these teams in college athletics with a minimum 3.5 GPA. Contact: Mat Kanan July 12, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/989

Dining Services to host dinner inspired by Latin American cuisine

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… throughout Central and South America. Menu items Steak with chimichurri sauce and Dulce de Leche cheesecake bites … Cuban bread (Cuba) Cilantro lime rice and mango mousse with raspberries (Mexico) Peruvian-style roasted potatoes and chicken with sweet onions, quinoa, and sweet potato cakes (Peru) …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/6118

Aviation college honors individuals for diversity, historical achievements

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… Sky Broncos national championship flight teams. Honored with 2016 Excellence in Diversity awards from the college … Lyman , retired senior vice president of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and former dean of the College of Aviation. … of Black Aerospace Professionals and a first officer with United Airlines. The honorees were feted at a Dec. 9 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37239

WMU becomes part of national student mental health effort

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… part of its Success at WMU initiative that will launch with the fall 2018 incoming class of new students, Western … January to welcome all new students to campus in the fall with a solid program in place to ensure academic success. … mentor for every incoming student to provide new students with a strong and early connection to the University. "We …

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

Small business advocate: Madie Gracey’s journey to developing her local community

Haworth College of Business

… Small World Bakery where she decided she wanted to stay with small businesses for the rest of her career. With the goal of purchasing the bakery after she graduates, … to create, while also helping other small businesses with their branding through social media and graphic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70832