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WMU student, veteran pursues passion for mental health and counseling

College of Education and Human Development

… just by his service; instead, he wants to be known for supporting clients with mental health concerns. Joining the … thoughts" while possessing a weapon.   "There were a couple of times when somebody would to say to me in private … action and contacted the soldier's wife for additional support. "When she answered, she was surprised that he had …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75937

Purpose-filled pursuit of patient connection

W Magazine

… obstacles on his career path as well. Bazany works with supervisor Katie Rozek during a shift at Spectrum Health … what may be causing their problems,” says Bazany, who grew up in Grand Haven, Michigan, and is now in his second year … the job in a series of clinical rotations. “WMU has set me up for success.” Bazany’s drive to foster a patient …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62025

President Montgomery forges legacy of student success

W Magazine

… during Fall Welcome. What would this new leader say to a group of awardees he barely knew? McConnell recalls that … efforts—the teaching and learning, the student support services, the strategic planning, faculty and staff … faculty and staff join President Montgomery as he publicly signed the Okanagan Charter, an international well-being …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2025/06/president-edward-montgomery-forges-legacy-student-success-record-outcomes

WMU students moved to retirement home as part of intergenerational study

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… to be good neighbors,” explains Nancy Hock , one of two occupational therapy faculty members leading the study set at … community in the Netherlands. Hock, coordinator of WMU’s occupational therapy program in Grand Rapids, says the … present their study findings at the World Federation of Occupational Therapists’ World Congress in Cape Town, South …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46636

Author to keynote annual Chavez Scholarship fundraiser

News

… Stories of a Migrant Child," she recounts her life growing up in a family of migrant farm workers and how she overcame …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/277

Comedian Pete Lee coming to campus

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… Pete Lee at Bernie's Wednesday, Jan. 18. KALAMAZOO--Stand-up comedian Pete Lee will be at Western Michigan University … a list of the top 100 comedians in Comedy Central's "Standup Showdown." Lee has been a standout at the Montreal Just … about entertainment presented by CAB. Contact: Tonya Durlach January 13, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/60

WMU community to gather for biennial golf outing

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… and bring a colleague or guest. Doubles will be matched up with another pair to create a foursome. This gives people …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/874

Apply now for visiting scholar and artists program funding

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… will not be considered. Grant awards, typically up to $1,000, are available. Larger awards are occasionally … a grant are encouraged to apply. Awards made for the upcoming program year will be announced at the beginning of … community at large. Since its inception, the program has supported 600 visits by scholars and artists representing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/306

WMU hosts annual Teacher Education Career Fair

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… The event, which is free and open to the public, is designed to recruit teachers for K-12 educational systems for … should dress in interview attire and bring a sufficient supply of resumes to distribute to prospective employers. … of helpful hints to prepare for the fair may be picked up in WMU's Career and Student Employment Services office on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/325

Local candidates in upcoming election to appear at campus forum

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… Local candidates in upcoming election to appear at campus forum Submitted by … and federal office and obtain voter information on the upcoming Nov. 6 general election at a free event Thursday, … 7 to 9 p.m. in 157 Bernhard Center . Tables will be set up for candidates to display information and speak directly …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2344