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First-generation WMU graduate adapts to changing career outlook
News
… senior leadership across campus helped shape the start of his job search, opening his eyes to the breadth of career options at his fingertips. … increase sales. After graduation, Sánchez found himself struggling to find a job in the aviation industry amidst the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59302
Grant funded project to improve care and training in nursing facilities
College of Health and Human Services
… , from the Center for Gerontology and the School of Interdisciplinary Health Programs , is leading a project totaling nearly $325,000 that will … However, staff in skilled nursing facilities still struggle to develop appropriate behavioral interventions and …
https://wmich.edu/hhs/05-2016-hahngrant
Recognition Programs
Human Resources
… Difference awards The WMU Make a Difference awards program is a joint program of the APA, AFSCME, MSEA, POA, and PSSO, … information or to nominate someone for the award, please visit Make a Difference . Service recognition Employees with … Western News . 25 Year Club Membership in the 25 Year Club is open to all regular faculty and staff who have worked for …
https://wmich.edu/hr/resources/recognitionprograms
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Human Resources
… Long-Term Disability Insurance Western Michigan University provides … faculty and staff with the option to enroll in long-term disability insurance. Coverage Long-term disability insurance coverage overview is in the Insurance …
https://wmich.edu/hr/disability
Combining passion for medicine with philanthropic ideals, biomedical sciences grad ready to make an impact
News
… ready to make an impact Submitted by Erin Flynn on Omer Idris racked up a number of undergraduate research opportunities while completing his bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences. KALAMAZOO, … to change the world and another to go and do it. Omer Idris is just getting started. He'll graduate from Western …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75831
Captain Albert Glenn
College of Aviation
… Albert Glenn Pilot, OBAP Officer, College of Aviation Advisory Board Member WMU College of Aviation Excellence in Diversity Award Winner - 2014 Captain Albert Glenn is currently a pilot with FedEx Express. He has served as … Corporation. As a member of the Tuskegee Airmen and advisor to OBAP, Glenn works with their ACE Academy, Solo …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/glenn
Randall Rochon
College of Aviation
… Association of Aviation Professionals (MAAP) at WMU. His vision and leadership were instrumental in its growth and … mentor and support the student organization he helped establish. He regularly visits with MAAP (now OBAP - WMU) members, …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/rochon
Area Latvians to celebrate centennial with arts celebration at WMU
News
… Mich.—A large and strong Kalamazoo-area Latvian community is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Latvia's … WMU College of Fine Arts, the entire weekend celebration is made possible through support from the Ministry of Culture of Latvia. All of the events are free and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45903
April 2020 Appreciation
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
… Appreciation Nicole Lockwood-Womack, CEHD Certification Advisor, deserves appreciation for continuing to respond in … teachers understand certificate renewal requirements this week, they wrote: "Fantastic! Thank you for helping us … students and field instructors, many of whom are struggling with their own needs even while meeting the needs of …
https://wmich.edu/provost/appreciationapr2020
Graduate students take their turn to help raise awareness of ALS
News
… Graduate students take their turn to help raise awareness of ALS Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … speaks during an event. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Taking turns: it is a concept that we learn very early in life, and it forms the basis of many of our relationships. It is a concept that Scott …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40842