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WMU education professor offers teaching advice for caregivers of homebound special education students

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… distancing guidelines continue during the pandemic, how can caregivers best serve students whose academic struggles … teacher who coordinated programming to support students with learning disabilities and emotional/behavioral … “Be comfortable and OK with not getting everything done. Your best is what you can do right now,” says Wallace. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59245

Delia Dohm’s curiosity guides her to success as the first WMU student in new co-op program

Haworth College of Business

… Dohm of New Lenox, Illinois, had the opportunity to intern with Perrigo through a new co-op program at WMU. As the … “Keep an open mind to new experiences,” she says. “Once you find something that you are good at it is easy to become … with your curiosity because you never know where it can take you!” For more WMU news, arts and events , visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74490

Felix Sithiphone: Finding the fun in governmental accounting and life

Haworth College of Business

… in 2012, he accepted a position as a financial analyst with Kalamazoo County Health and Community Services. He … “They call it ‘fund accounting’ but he taught me that it can be ‘fun accounting,’” he says. The road to success in … students have is to work hard but also to “be patient with yourself and others.” In addition, Sithiphone recommends …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72095

In Tempo, fall 2024

W Magazine

… Puca on Music alum continues to bridge classical, hip-hop with new album Jordan Hamilton performs at the Kalamazoo … his own musical pursuits, Austin is committed to nurturing young talent. For the second consecutive year, he organized … performance featuring local elementary through high school youth. ■ …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/fall-2024-tempo

Moving beyond fitness tracking to wearable diagnostic solutions

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… power, endurance and health. Sadly, a small number of young athletes die from sudden cardiac death (SCD), commonly … and other electrical disorders. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, sudden cardiac death accounts for … death. The project is led by Masihi in collaboration with Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/07/wearable-electrocardiogram-device

WMU Signature awarded for outstanding innovation

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… on their diplomas signifying one of nine pathways they can choose to focus on: civic engagement, diversity and … it," says Heiser. "Things like on-campus employment where you learn a tremendous amount, that's a Signature credit. … beat of her own drum—she has several others falling in step with the beat. Working her way up the ranks to drum major in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56585

Bronco lineman recognized among elite student-athletes in the nation

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… to snap the football. Caliendo graduates Saturday, Dec. 18, with a master's degree in biology. Caliendo graduates … Zach Terrell who won the trophy in 2016 . "These young men have an unrelenting commitment to excellence in … the Broncos among the top offensive teams in the Mid-American Conference (MAC). "It's really about putting your all …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66104

Sisters of the Skies: WMU aviation alumni help dreams take flight for young women of color

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… the Skies: WMU aviation alumni help dreams take flight for young women of color Submitted by Erin Flynn on Monique … years since Bessie Coleman became the world’s first African American female pilot, Black women still make up less … firsthand the impact support can have. As a student at WMU, without a car, she had a flight instructor who would offer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62257

New collaborative home for student organizations at Western encourages engagement, boosts belonging

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… and encouraging student engagement. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—You can't miss it. Front and center in Western Michigan … Cooper checks equipment in WIDR-FM's new space in the SOC. With both enclosed offices and desk spaces, a conference …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72511

Western Michigan University launches 24/7 year-round mental health support for students

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… immediate access to teletherapy services in partnership with Uwill. The program meets students where they … environment. We are here to support students so they can be their best selves." explore uwill Western launched … of well-being resources for students, which also includes: YOU at Western : A personalized portal connecting students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69195