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Arts and Sciences dean named a distinguished woman in higher education

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Michigan American Council on Education Network has recognized Dr. Carla … is an exemplary administrator and a compassionate citizen with an unwavering commitment to serve both university and … Lee Honors College, Koretsky also helped create the Raise Your Voice series, which featured female artists, academics, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59963

Hackley Woodford: Doctor, Tuskegee Airman and social justice advocate left lasting legacy

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… spent his childhood performing as a soloist and violinist with his family's band, The Woodford Family Musical, at … gifted, Woodford knew medicine was his calling at a young age. After graduating from Kalamazoo Central High … physicians to become certified as a specialist by the American Board of Family Practice. He's also a charter member of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63002

Western board votes to keep tuition increase well below cap proposed by state officials

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… Submitted by Megan Looker on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In keeping with the University’s commitment to providing an affordable … cost for room and board in a traditional residence hall with a 14-meal plan option will be $10,338. Housing costs … meal plans students choose.  Complete rates for all halls with varying meal plan levels will be available at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64611

WMU to host regional steel bridge, concrete canoe competitions

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… WMU to host regional steel bridge, concrete canoe competitions Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … and construction engineering. "The event provides students with a chance to gain hands-on, practical experience and … and be able to hold 2,500 pounds. "We're a relatively young group, but we feel like we've learned a lot from last …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/46050

From frontline worker to a future in HR: Jessica Robach has found her purpose

Haworth College of Business

… her degree, Robach has found her passion in working with frontline workers, harnessing the power of positive … during the past January, Robach started her partnership with MANN+HUMMEL as a human resources intern. She was drawn … job. It proved to me how relevant and important the content within the curriculum is. For example, the themes from my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73614

WMU accountancy student receives $10,000 scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… her Master of Science in Accountancy at WMU Haworth, with plans to graduate in spring 2024 and a goal to pass all … team, which the scholarship has enabled. But perhaps the biggest reward is the confidence that the recognition has … “ Dr. Jim Penner , chair of the department, had a significant impact on me. He is someone who goes above and beyond …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73623

Groundbreaking enzyme discovery leads to Western professor receiving prestigious National Science Foundation prize

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… Stull, right. Turns out the scientific method pairs well with beer, as Stull and colleague Dr. Todd Barkman , … finding them?" Stull says. "So we combined his expertise with my knowledge about enzymes in this family that seem … make it easier for federal work-study recipients to connect with faculty mentors and use their funds to complete …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70536

Shining a spotlight on senior engineering design partnership

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… design event allows our engineering staff to come together with students entering the field to continuously challenge … and custom environments. The student teams are partnered with an LFI engineer who guides them through the project and … of continuous improvements. Culture is defined as our Scanlon principles of identity, participation, competence and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69981

Education and human development alumni recognized as top teachers of Jackson

College of Education and Human Development

… by the award committee in two classroom visits. Along with being featured in the magazine, winners will be honored … M.A.'19, workforce education and development, was instilled with a passion for teaching early on. After graduating with a bachelor's degree in public health education and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75540

Celebrating the 2020 Medallion Scholars

Lee Honors College

… and scope of this project are determined in consultation with fellow Medallion Scholars and the honors college dean … yearly.   The Zero-Waste Athletic Events represent a significant undertaking in which our Medallions have worked with … Bryan Hagenbarth, Griffin Fill, Emily Bosak, Emma Perrin, Maggie Waechter, Marysol Millar, Rebecca Fraley, Emma Hampel, …

https://wmich.edu/honors/studentscorner/2024/05/2020medalliongrads