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Backward Design

Teaching and Learning

… to designing courses and other learning experiences. Often, when instructors talk about content or what will be … backward. In this approach, we look at the learning goals of the course first. We ask what we want students to know and be able to do by the end of the course, lesson, or other learning experience and we …

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Serving the community during the COVID-19 pandemic: My experience with Meals on Wheels

Sustainable Business Practices

… and sustainability class, I planned to complete 15 hours of service-learning with PeaceJam, an international … use my assistance.  While many opportunities to serve were “off limits” because of social distancing, one organization that desperately …

https://wmich.edu/sustainablebusiness/spiegla2020

Shingrix Vaccine

Sindecuse Health Center

… the previous Zostavax vaccine. Patients receive two doses of the vaccine separated by two to six months. The vaccine … administered at the health center for patients over the age of 50. Please note that Medicare Advantage plans do not pay …

https://wmich.edu/healthcenter/clinic/services/immunizations/shingrix

Other Benefits and Services

Human Resources

… at regular prices. The University invites you to attend any of our intercollegiate athletic events to cheer on our Broncos. WMU is a member of the Mid-American Conference. Parking Employees may obtain … Western Michigan University Bookstore in the Student Center offers an array of WMU merchandise and apparel, supplies, …

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Engineer Physics

Human Resources

… Exempt/salaried General summary Supports the Department of Physics' research and teaching mission by managing the … activities. Trains students safe and effective operations of the machine. Conducts safety orientations for students, … Participates in outreach activities. Provides guided tours of the laboratory and actively supports recruitment efforts. …

https://wmich.edu/hr/employees/staff/jobdescriptions/010776

Application for Graduate Teaching Assistantship

Computer Science

… assistantship in Western Michigan University's Department of Computer Science. Before completing the application, review the list of courses to determine which you feel qualified to teach.  … be admitted to a graduate degree program in the Department of Computer Science. Preferred qualifications Enrollment in …

https://wmich.edu/cs/grad-app

Institutional Effectiveness

Institutional Effectiveness

… improvement efforts. By getting a better understanding of these relationships, it can help us to build better … process involves evaluating the effectiveness and outcomes of various programs, processes, and initiatives. It provides … need improvement. Strategic planning - This is a process of defining an organization's direction, and making …

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GroupEx Descriptions

University Recreation

… CycleFit Get ready to enjoy the ride! Each class will offer a new adventure as you climb up steep hills, ride down … + Core Get ready to enjoy the ride! Each class will offer a new adventure as you climb up steep hills, ride down … valleys, and enjoy the long flat roads. Enjoy the bonus of a focused core workout included with this class. Full …

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Associate Director Martin Luther King Jr. Scholars Academy

Human Resources

… type Exempt/salaried General summary Oversees all aspects of the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Scholars Academy. … duties Prepares the mission, vision, goals, and objectives of the Martin Luther King Jr. Academy for submission. … policies and procedures. Facilitates the collection of program data for use in assessment and analysis. …

https://wmich.edu/hr/employees/staff/jobdescriptions/010920

Business Externship Program

Haworth College of Business

… Business Externship Program At the Haworth College of Business, we emphasize Experience-Driven Learning, giving … the chance to take your skills outside the classroom. One of the ways we do this is through our Business Externship … at the types of skills needed in your chosen career, valuable insights about the best fit for your career path, as …

https://wmich.edu/business/career/externship