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Work experiences shape student's future in public policy

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Work experiences shape student's future in public policy … was already working at the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry—a nonprofit in Washington, D.C.—when … in public administration in the state of Michigan. "My doctoral degree adds to my qualifications. The program not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53043

Leaves and Absences from Work: Bereavement Leave

Human Resources

… Leaves and Absences from Work: Bereavement Leave Policies and Procedures Manual …

https://wmich.edu/hr/manual-leaves-bereavement

Turning adversity into opportunity, WMU social work student ready to make a difference

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… Turning adversity into opportunity, WMU social work student ready to make a difference Submitted by Erin … students who received degrees Saturday, June 27. Read about how Career and Student Employment Services is helping … she said in a keynote speech during the School of Social Work's virtual Hooding and Pinning Ceremony in April. She …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60157

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 … to be able to continue the work that I was already doing at Western but also implement everything I've been … It also mirrored the impact Moses Walker had on Kalamazoo. However, he would not see Navia put her own education into …

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

Chinese Americans in the Heartland: Migration, Work, and Community

Asian Initiatives

… Chinese Americans in the Heartland: Migration, Work, and Community Submitted by Junliang Fei on Lecture … lecture “ Chinese Americans in the Heartland: Migration, Work, and Community ” is scheduled to be on   April  5th at …

https://wmich.edu/events/71167

Social work grad empowered to uplift migrant and Latinx communities

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… Social work grad empowered to uplift migrant and Latinx communities … Cortes has blossomed at Western Michigan University. "I don't know what my life would have been like if I didn't … celebration featured dancing, food, music and a fashion show. "It was the biggest event that I've helped throw, and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67907

WMU honored for college access and advising work

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… WMU honored for college access and advising work Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … has been honored by the Michigan College Access Network—MCAN—for its work in expanding and ensuring college access and success. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31723

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 … mindscapes come layers and arrangements of chaos and randomness." Except for commissioned works, Olson’s goal is not … and business sites throughout Michigan, and he has shown work at the Mid-Town gallery in downtown Kalamazoo and …

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

School supporters come together to celebrate social work

School of Social Work

… School supporters come together to celebrate social work Liz O’Dell serves as MC On Friday, May 2, a mix of 30 School of Social Work alumni, supporters, advisory board members, faculty, … wellness. Serving as the keynote, Associate Professor Dr. Don Cooney spoke on the topic of "Poverty and Progress in …

https://wmich.edu/socialwork/spring-celebration

Social work professor selected for service learning award

School of Social Work

… Social work professor selected for service learning award Western Michigan University School of Social Work Associate Professor Dr. Barbara Barton has been … joy in teaching and learning is apparent in all that she does. Working closely with the service-learning office, she …

https://wmich.edu/socialwork/barton-award