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Military friendly programs again put Western in the national spotlight

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… We aim to provide a solid foundation that these students can build upon to be successful in their education goals and … the transition from boots and a helmet to a cap and gown can be a daunting process, but having guidance and resources … have been extremely successful into consideration, it helps with our recruitment, enrollment and retention.”  For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72479

Kevin Hood Gary - Why Boredom Matters

Humanities

… new initiative after initiative in the hope that boredom can be outrun altogether. Second, they compel students to … that schools should educate students on how to engage with boredom productively. Rather than being conditioned to … and moral formation. He is a co-founder of the North American Association for Philosophy of Education, which provides …

https://wmich.edu/humanities/kevin-hood-gary-why-boredom-matters

Organizations

School of Public Affairs and Administration

… They are: Alliance of Leaders in Public Service If you are an undergraduate student, you may wish to join the … of their coursework and have maintained a 3.7 GPA. American Society for Public Administration Students at all levels … numerous professional organizations you may join, the American Society for Public Administration is the primary one for …

https://wmich.edu/spaa/student-organizations

WMU wins U.S. Environmental Protection Agency award

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… from simply recycling paper, cardboard and bottles and cans. WMU now focuses on waste reduction and prevention. Much of the improvement was due to significant reuse of construction materials, providing dining … stated, "It shows that waste reduction can be achieved with campus-wide support. It can’t be done by one person or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15543

Auditions

Bassoon Studio

… available Fall 2022** As a WMU bassoon student, you will be earning a Bachelor of Music degree or a Master … into the Irving S. Gilmore School of Music requires that you are accepted by both the University and the bassoon studio—two separate routes that you must follow to ensure your admission.  UNDERGRADUATE …

https://wmich.edu/bassoon/auditions

WMU partnership boosts aviation maintenance instruction, experience

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University's new partnership with AAR, a global provider of aviation services, is … of Aviation opportunity to attract a diverse group of youth into aviation maintenance, a well-paying and growing … composite manufacturing operations. Additional information can be found on the company website . For more information …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49917

New online Western programs allow flexibility for working adults

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… offered through WMU's College of Arts and Sciences align with our mission to provide top tier, inclusive and … options in higher education are growing, particularly with the enormous increase in online professional and … to choose from—criminal justice or justice studies—students can explore a breadth of criminal justice studies. Students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63768

Auditions

Trombone Program

… and graduate music programs. As a WMU trombone student, you will be earning a Bachelor of Music degree or a Master … into the Irving S. Gilmore School of Music requires that you are accepted by both the University and the trombone studio—two separate routes that you must follow to ensure your admission.  UNDERGRADUATE …

https://wmich.edu/trombone/auditions

Stephen Hasenick

College of Aviation

… includes part 121 Airline experience as a first officer with United Express in ORD, a part 135 charter captain, and …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/directory/hasenick

Tour of the Frederick Meijer Gardens and the Yinka Shonibare Exhibit

Asian Initiatives

… Japanese garden, and visit the Yinka Shonibare Exhibit with Dr. Mary-Louise Totton,  Associate Professor of Art … Meijer Garden, “Museum for All” or EBT/WIC cardholders can get in for $2 by showing their card. Lunch will not be …

https://wmich.edu/events/68273