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Western's jazz program earns accolades from international publication

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University’s jazz studies program is boasting several wins from international magazine … Graduate and undergraduate students secured three awards in what’s considered the most prestigious competition in jazz … ( Dr. Andrew Rathbun ) Faith Quashie , Vocal Jazz Soloist, Undergraduate College Outstanding Performances ( …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68549

School of Communication professor launches new podcast: ‘The Communicative Leader’

College of Arts and Sciences

… and leaders. Dr. Leah Omilion-Hodges Now, Omilion-Hodges is bringing her abundance of expertise and experience on the … “I’ve wanted to find an outlet to give specific, concrete suggestions for employees of all ranks and across all … stems from, in part, her time as a young professional in what she describes as a “dysfunctional” organization—an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69265

Professors get $2.6 million to train English as second language learners

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… Professors get $2.6 million to train English as second language learners Submitted by Anonymous (not … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In response to the exploding number of English language learners in Michigan, the U.S. Department of Education's Office of English Language Acquisition has awarded a $2.6 million grant to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43139

WMU among grant winners recognized at 'Americas' summit

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… University's Both Sides of the Fence study abroad program is one of 10 U.S. university programs that have won the … the Americas The 100,000 Strong in the Americas initiative is President Barack Obama's signature education effort in the Western Hemisphere. Its goal is to increase the number of U.S. students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23193

WMU digital marketing professor wins national teaching award by being 'R.E.A.L.' in the classroom

Haworth College of Business

… marketing educator of the year. Competition finalists presented their portfolio and teaching impact to judges … and achievements of my students that shined through in what I presented. I’m lucky to have a role in what they do.” Cowley’s winning presentation focused, in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69581

Walker Institute celebrates diversity in comics with month of Marvel-focused programming

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… An early "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" movie premiere, discussion with Marvel comic creator Gabby Rivera and comic … just go see a fun movie.’ How do we use the principles and what's being learned and seen and experienced in this movie … a hand in developing technology." Students will present what they have learned throughout the program to their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69657

Princeton Review names WMU a ‘best business school’ for an MBA

Haworth College of Business

… Michigan University's Haworth College of Business is once again on Princeton Review's list of best business schools. The education services company … are “challenged to constantly find a way to incorporate what I am learning into my career.” Smaller class sizes are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67482

He’s back: James Rhodes’ 40-year WMU story

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Submitted by Cindy Wagner on James Rhodes, faculty specialist in computer science, has more than 30 years of … “I always liked school ever since kindergarten. School is what I do,” says Rhodes, whose love of learning and STEM … as automated vehicles and robots, mean job security—the biggest benefit of the computer science career. Students will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65975

Cold Case Program gains national attention, inspires expansion

College of Arts and Sciences

… Ashlyn Kuersten 's voicemail and inbox. Everyone, it seems, is interested in her Cold Case Program —a first-of-its-kind … State Police Forensic Lab in Grand Rapids. Students learned what it takes to collect fingerprints from evidence and had … is a privilege I am forever thankful for. No matter what 'evil' this world throws at us, I am so happy to be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68777

Newell Rubbermaid to build at BTR Park

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… to have a Kalamazoo employee base of up to 100. The firm is the corporate umbrella for such well-known brands as … Calphalon®, Paper Mate® and Irwin®. The company's move is being assisted with a $2 million award from the Michigan … take place at the site. WMU trustees approved the sale of what is known as Parcel No. 26 at their Feb. 27 meeting. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/6076