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WMU professor’s research shows social connection leads to success in health goals

Haworth College of Business

… WMU professor’s research shows social connection leads to success in health goals Submitted … up altogether. But what if you could harness the power of social media platforms to help you reach your goals? Dr. … and are leading drivers of annual health care costs. As social media has evolved, the use of online health …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74530

Abstract artist paints until the work looks complete

College of Health and Human Services

… Abstract artist paints until the work looks complete Abstract painter Mark Olson’s work will be on display in the College of Health and Human … University with a masters in applied mathematics, he worked as a software engineer. He then co-founded an …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/mark-olson

WMU public health students’ social media campaign: #Bewellwmu during pandemic

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… WMU public health students’ social media campaign: #Bewellwmu during pandemic Submitted … Robert Bensley, middle, meeting to discuss their COVID-19 social media campaign. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Remember to “keep … and positive information for mental and physical wellbeing. Working in partnership with the University’s COVID-19 Task …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58876

Western grad lands job that marries counseling studies and grad assistant work

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… job that marries counseling studies and grad assistant work Submitted by Erin Flynn on Navia Walker is seeing her … like the role had literally been written for me. I'll be working with students who've stopped out and trying to help … the walk. Alongside her studies, Walker also gained invaluable work experience as the graduate assistant for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75822

Virtual book clubs examine ethical questions on current social topics

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… Virtual book clubs examine ethical questions on current social topics Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The responsibilities health care workers face during a public health crisis, the moral …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61261

Goat work crew returns to campus for second helping

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… Goat work crew returns to campus for second helping Submitted by … even larger contingent of temporary landscape services workers will be on the Western Michigan University campus … . New kid on the block The youngest member of the goat work crew. (Photo credit: Jeanne Baron) The 2016 pilot …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40334

'An Open Book: Work by Barbara Ellmann' on display

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… 'An Open Book: Work by Barbara Ellmann' on display Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on A portion of Ellmann's work "Where to Stop" KALAMAZOO—Michigan native Barbara Ellmann's exhibit "An Open Book: Work by Barbara Ellmann" is featured at Western Michigan …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13743

Work with refugee family helps business student expand global perspective

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Work with refugee family helps business student expand … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Businesses are increasingly emphasizing social responsibility, in many cases giving employees paid … ethics and sustainability class, he knew he wanted to work with the Refugee Outreach Collective . One program the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53332

Leaves and Absences from Work: Professional Development Leave (Paid)

Human Resources

… Leaves and Absences from Work: Professional Development Leave (Paid) Policies and … by providing for a period of concentrated scholarly work, research, or other professional development. … to the position they held prior to the leave. Return to work requirements The recipient of a paid professional …

https://wmich.edu/hr/manual-leaves-professional-paid

Leaves and Absences from Work: Professional Development Leave (Unpaid)

Human Resources

… Leaves and Absences from Work: Professional Development Leave (Unpaid) Policies and … related to seniority, provided that the employee returns to work within the leave of absence provisions. Certain … been on duty at the University continuously. Return to work requirements A person granted an unpaid professional …

https://wmich.edu/hr/manual-leaves-professional-unpaid