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Gov. Snyder reappoints department chair to state board

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… to the advice and consent of the state Senate. "These individuals have extensive backgrounds in accounting, and I … to WMU, Smith worked for the federal Internal Revenue Service, Barrow, Aldridge & Co., Deloitte & Touche, American Corp., and Wayne State University. Smith holds a bachelor of business …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41684

WMU first Michigan campus to bring live visual interpreting to users 24/7

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… to navigate the halls of the College of Health and Human Services. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As a blind graduate assistant at … using a white cane, formats papers with the help of an audible screen reader and even cooks dinner safely by keenly … get a sighted aide to help with. But the logistics aren’t always easy,” she says. “Aira takes away any barrier of delay …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73591

Kalamazoo County students are up to something big

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… art for a massive sculpture that celebrates creativity, diversity and community among the county's youth. A limited … science and technology collaborative, and the Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations … "Through its various community-engaged research and service programs, the institute works to promote …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13855

Nominations sought for semiannual staff award

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… Nominations sought for semiannual staff award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … round of Western Michigan University's semiannual Make a Difference awards are due Tuesday, Feb. 28 . Make a … presented to non-faculty employees who provide exceptional service to the University. About the award Every fall and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/37795

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in November

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… exhibit —7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the second-floor of Waldo Library, hosted by the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the WMU Department of … exhibit —7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the second-floor of Waldo Library, hosted by the Office of Diversity and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49856

United Airlines' Aviate Pilot Development Program puts WMU aviators on fast track to careers

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… help the company continue to bring the highest qualified candidates into their pilot pipeline. We have consistently … into the program will be put on an expedited trajectory towards a career at United. With the fastest track to a major … Share the company’s commitment to the principles of "core4" service behaviors: Safe, Caring, Dependable and Efficient; …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/57857

Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness celebrates grand opening

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… alumnus Todd Sanford , CEO and founder of Sanford Financial Services of Portage, established the center, which will serve students and community members in a variety of ways. One of those ways is through financial coaching where … shortage of qualified employees and a need for a more diverse workforce, including women and individuals of color. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51014

Western spotlights staff who go above and beyond to make a difference

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… Western spotlights staff who go above and beyond to make a difference Submitted by Deanne Puca on Recognizing … or POA employee and deserves to be honored for outstanding service to Western, use one of the options below to nominate them for a Make a Difference award. There are semiannual and annual awards available to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65004

Trustees approve retirements of 11 faculty, 14 staff members

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… status. Their names, positions, years of continuous service and effective dates of retirement are: Dr. Bassam E. … associate professor of special education and literacy studies, 26 years, effective Aug. 31, 2017 Dr. Leonard … College of Business, 14 years, effective March 31, 2013 Dr. Warren E. Lacefield, senior research associate in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5432

Employee, retiree talk focuses on WMU health insurance

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… May 13 , on campus in 1010 College of Health and Human Services Building. Knowledge of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan … Human Resources department. For more information , contact WARF officers Barbara Havira, chair, at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32050