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WMU researchers get $12.5 million grant for school leadership renewal

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… school leaders and improving student achievement. Working with a pool of elementary schools in 20 West Michigan … up, like this one, are so precious," says Reeves. "They can ultimately lead to real change, and our job is to … Now Network findings and the GELN Literacy Essentials. "With this grant, we will focus on turning that commitment …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43228

UN-SDG Topics

Sustainability

… input they receive. Participation in the Bronco Challenge can fill that void. One important feature of the SDGs is … Agriculture Organization (FAO) supports smallholder farmers with training and resources to increase their productivity … (ILO) promotes decent work opportunities, particularly for young people, women, and migrants, ensuring fair wages and …

https://wmich.edu/sustainability/bronco-challenge/united-nations-sustainable-development-goals

Community, campus programs to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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… honoring slain civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with events planned in January on campus and across the … service, educational programs and presentations. "What is your position in times of challenge and controversy?" is … and treatment. Following the keynote, participants can attend one of three educational workshops. Mental health …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44323

U.S. response to Paris attacks explored by lecture series

College of Arts and Sciences

… about the recent terrorist shootings in Paris and the American response. Dr. Laura Hastings and Dr. John Clark from the … participated as well as Susan Reed, managing attorney with the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center in Kalamazoo. Why …   “There is no Arab-French identity like the Arab-American identity in the United States,” she said.   Neither does …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/paris

WMU program collecting donations for student coats and boots

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… the winter months. Not having appropriate winter attire can impact students' ability to thrive on campus by … are being solicited from the campus community. Estimates suggest a pair of boots and a coat will each cost $50 to $75. … Scholars Program provides up to 160 tuition scholarships to youth who experienced foster care, as well as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20344

Ongoing, new facility improvement projects slated for this summer

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… dining facility. Both projects kicked off last year with demolition of the Elmwood Apartments as well as the … of Main Campus so it's causing minimal disruption. People can still drive around the area, and we're not anticipating … Lot 12; and the Physical Plant's Lot 6. In addition, staggered closures of both parking ramps will occur. • Although …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53480

Fifty years of working at WMU evokes brown, 'golden' memories

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… worked for every dean in the college of business, starting with Dr. Schneider. I've seen a lot of changes, but the most … back then, so I didn't have my boots, which is why you'll always see a pair in my car from Oct. 1 until May 1." … dean until 1992. Under her 13-year tenure, WMU significantly expanded its doctoral degree programs as well as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18609

Grad school event helps those seeking advanced studies

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… Those attending the Graduate and Professional School Fair can learn about some of WMU's 100 graduate programs as well …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19110

The Medallion Ethic

Medallion

… which he or she feels passionately and to which he or she can give passionately as well as complete all requirements … demand of the Medallion Ethic that it be something significant. Scholars will come to see the Medallion Ethic as a …

https://wmich.edu/medallion/medallion-ethic

ESPN College GameDay coming to WMU Saturday

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… the Sangren Pedestrian Mall at the center of main campus, with the area opening to fans two to three hours prior to … Bronco ESPN GameDay shirts. Short- and long-sleeve T-shirts can be purchased in-store and online at wmubookstore.com . … ire or excitement of local fans. WMU is the second Mid-American Conference school ever to be featured on College …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36423