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DEI Vocabulary

Diversity and Inclusion

… Like racism and sexism, ableism classifies entire groups of people as ‘less than,’ and includes harmful … – The unjust or prejudicial treatment of various categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of … as their primary identity. Person of Color : a person who does not identify as White/Caucasian. Race is a socially …

https://wmich.edu/diversity/resources/deivocabulary

Learning by teaching

Sustainable Business Practices

… community, so she embarked on a service learning experience at Lincoln International Elementary School. In this role, she assists … English language proficiency.              “Every Monday I go to Lincoln Elementary and volunteer in the Reading and …

https://wmich.edu/sustainablebusiness/meyer2020

Registered Student Organizations

College of Arts and Sciences

… Registered Student Organizations In the College of Arts and Sciences, we know that … of Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) that provide a supportive space for you to explore your intellectual and … students within the Department of Biological Sciences. Its goal is to promote professional development for the academic …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/academics/rso

Transgender Resources

Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay and Transgender Student Services

… medical or legal. The Office of LBGT Student Services does not endorse any specific practice or legal advocacy, this is only to share information of what is in the accessible area. The Office of LBGT … 2 sets of fingerprints for a criminal background check To update your ' sex designation ' on a Michigan state ID or …

https://wmich.edu/lbgt/trans-resources

The Western Activist, a 1960s alternative student newspaper, now available online

University Libraries

… The Western Activist, a 1960s alternative student newspaper, now available online The 1960s was … “If there was a controversial issue of the time, they were going to take the more radical student viewpoint of it.” The … said Winchell. “Even though it’s not a big collection, it does give you the flavor of what students were concerned …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/01/impact-report-western-activist

Scholarship

Paper Technology Foundation

… career development, and industry exposure, the PTF supports the paper engineering students of Western Michigan … scholarships to qualifying students. Paper Technology Foundation scholarship award schedules Effective Fall 2025 Paper … Fall 2014 - Spring 2022 PTF scholarships are offered for up to 9 semesters. An industry internship or co-op must be …

https://wmich.edu/papertechfoundation/scholarships

What to pack for art school

College of Fine Arts

… What to pack for art school Hello, future art students! We … We also have a list of what to bring for your room. Art supplies The first and most obvious thing you'll need to pack … Wall calendar Extention cords Power strips Personal items Good winter boots. Bring them at the beginning of the year! …

https://wmich.edu/finearts/blog/2022/02/packing-list

Ashley Levine '07

Family and Consumer Sciences

… Ashley Levine '07 Fashion is Fun! Ashley graduated with a degree in fashion design, and is an associate designer for casual sleepwear at Victoria’s Secret in New York City.  Ashley started … collections. She notes, “It is very rewarding to be able to go to the stores and see my product and collections on the …

https://wmich.edu/familyconsumer/levine

Dual Enrollment

WMU-Grand Rapids

… Dual Enrollment Extending the University's mission, "So that all may learn," Early College Programs  works to … for Michigan colleges and universities Flexible and rigorous course loads and class options Wrap-around supports provided by highly trained Student Success Coaches   …

https://wmich.edu/grandrapids/academics/dual-enrollment

Howard Wolpe Scholarship Award in Political Science for African Studies

Political Science

… Studies Eligibility  All applicants must have earned at least 60, but no more than 105 credit hours, credit hours … political science and a commitment to use the scholarship support to engage in the study of Africa or selected African … activities you have performed and your career plans or goals. Your application form, essay and names of references …

https://wmich.edu/politics/psci-wolpwgrad-application