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Time to review WMU's winter weather closure policy

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… operations will continue as scheduled. When the University does close, regardless of the reason, the closure is … website .  Dress appropriate to the conditions When outdoors in sub-freezing weather, always cover your head, ears … for best footing on icy walks. For more information on how to stay safe in wintry conditions , visit the Centers …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/50826

Finding an open door: Jordan Chopp’s ambition towards education

Haworth College of Business

… Finding an open door: Jordan Chopp’s ambition towards education Submitted by … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With time, the perfect opportunity will show itself when least expected. Senior Jordan Chopp , from … the time wasn’t right, and he made the decision to leave to work full-time. Years later, after meeting his wife who was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70178

Campus series zeroes in on getting comfortable with uncomfortable conversations

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… end the city’s use of corrosive river water in 2015. Learn how students can collaborate to advocate for positive change … a team of us on campus came together to consider: How do we lower the temperature and build a campus culture … founder and director of the Michigan State University and Hurley Children’s Hospital Pediatric Public Health Initiative …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61091

$1.5M in grants strengthen WMU's vision rehab and mobility programs

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… and orientation and mobility specialists. Dr. Elyse Conners works with VRT students. There is currently a critical … many different programs on campus." In fact, the programs do attract students from various undergraduate disciplines, … says Leja. The vast majority of program applicants do not have significant backgrounds in blindness and low …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55979

Finding Common Ground

W Magazine

… civil conversations may seem like a utopian fantasy. Dr. Rudolf Siebert, professor emeritus of comparative religion, is … August after 54 years at the University—has spent decades working to bridge the ideological divide. “There’s tension. … thousands of students. “He really teaches his students how to think critically about the world,” says Byrd. “It …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57179

Outstanding faculty, staff members awarded WMU's highest honors

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… Skaggs, Dr. Willam Rantz (Front row, from left) Dr. Vun Doubblestein, Diana Hernández, Dr. Leah Omilion-Hodges, … faculty and staff members will be recognized for their work with students and contributions to the University … lies in his ability to maintain a steady hand; no matter how difficult the people and circumstances might be. Bill is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55462

New Empowering Futures Community promotes exploration, campus engagement at Western

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… the path I did, because I always knew what I wanted to do—being in the entertainment industry—but I didn't know if … not 13th grade, so we're teaching students what college is, how to be successful at Western and providing avenues to do … one another and to campus. "Some key elements will include working with the Strengths concept , working with the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67074

WMU students moved to retirement home as part of intergenerational study

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… communal setting off campus. It’s similar to a college dorm—single rooms, common areas for socializing and a dining … with their older neighbors.  The arrangement is so unusual, however, some of the seniors, though they knew students … to make of their new cohorts. Were they at the facility to work? Volunteer? Be occupational therapists? It took time …

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

From classroom to credit union, Chloe Park invests in her future

Haworth College of Business

… and resources in the Haworth College of Business. After working at Advia Credit Union for a year as a teller, Park … credit union. In her teller role, she had the chance to shadow the analytics team, ultimately leading to her internship … says.  Transferring to a university can be intimidating. However, Park was welcomed to WMU Haworth with open arms, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73126

WMU student takes passion for activism to Washington D.C.

College of Arts and Sciences

… to the nation's capital last summer determined to knock down barriers and champion the rights of LGBTQ+ … cared about.  “I have always been very passionate about doing something for the queer community,” says Falkiewicz. … legislative matters on the floor. In addition to their work as a VCI intern, Falkiewicz's contributions to WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73675