Search

Powered Industrial Truck Safety Program

Environmental Health and Safety

… University’s Powered Industrial Truck Safety program is to prevent accidents resulting from unsafe operation of … trucks. Western Michigan’s program shall follow the provisions of Michigan’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s ( MIOSHA) Part 21 Powered Industrial Trucks . …

https://wmich.edu/ehs/policies/pit

Summer Nutrition Series

Western Wellness

… Fads, Fallacies, Facts In the world of nutrition, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all diet. There are many … However, knowing which diets are scientifically sound is another matter.  This workshop presented by a registered dietitian, Gretchen …

https://wmich.edu/wellness/dietandnutrition

Comprehensive CAS Enrollment Management Plan Unveiled

College of Arts and Sciences

… at WMU, on which the pillars of a learner centered, discovery driven, globally engaged education rest,” writes … College of Arts and Sciences Enrollment Management Plan is a proactive approach, according to Martini, one with four … that can be measured in meaningful outcomes. “The plan is focused on areas in which we have greater college and …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/enrollment-management

Global Business Center

Global Business Center

… globe. Career advancement: Stand out to employers with this specialization that emphasizes your ability to navigate … should consult with an international business faculty advisor prior to enrolling in courses.  Explore the minor Meet with an advisor Expand your education on campus Attend WMU …

https://wmich.edu/globalbusiness

Libraries awards 10 grants to reduce students' out-of-pocket textbook costs

University Libraries

… makes a difference in our students’ lives,” said Julie Garrison , Dean, University Libraries. “We are investing in the … now offer OER creation grants to provide financial assistance as WMU instructors create an OER for their courses. … newly-developed learning materials will be added to the existing library of OER freely available to teachers and …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2022/05/oer-grants

Inspired to give: Kerry FitzGerald

University Libraries

… alum and public librarian Kerry FitzGerald at Loutit District Library in Grand Haven, Mich. Transformative … Michigan University Libraries. “Supporting WMU Libraries is an opportunity for me to give back to the place that was … for my chosen career path,” FitzGerald says. Western is also part of FitzGerald's family history, with her …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/12/inspired-give-kerry-fitzgerald

Center for Disability Services artists celebrate spring with color

College of Health and Human Services

… Center for Disability Services artists celebrate spring with color March 6, 2013 The second … Art at center is a positive alternative to anger or aggression and a means of coping with anxiety and sadness. …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/cds-artists

WMU International Forum in Chinese

Asian Initiatives

… WMU International Forum in Chinese COVID-19 has changed and is changing our life greatly. The situation we are facing is much more serious than any of us could have imagined. … Scientific Research Papers in the US: Experiences and Suggestions from the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/asia/foruminchinese

Zika Virus

Sindecuse Health Center

… to avoid exposure to Zika virus. Preventing mosquito bites is the most effective way to avoid infection. At this time, no vaccine exists to prevent Zika virus disease. Zika virus is spread to …

https://wmich.edu/healthcenter/zika-virus

Kalamazoo River History

Environmental Health and Safety

… Kalamazoo River History The Kalamazoo River was key to development of … 1854 Michigan Gazetteer: "Kalamazoo river, of Michigan, rises in Hillsdale county, in the S. part of the state, and … county, 29 miles S. from Grand River. The whole length is nearly 200 miles, and the width near its mouth is between …

https://wmich.edu/ehs/services/environmental/water-resources/kalamazoo-river