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Current Dissertation Defenses

Graduate College

… January 2026 Candidate: Irene Kahvazadeh For the degree of: Doctor of Philosophy Department: Computer Science Title: … and Technology Title: Making Sense of the Faith-based School’s Mission: An Instrumental Case Study Exploring How the School’s Mission is Enacted Committee: Dr.   Patricia …

https://wmich.edu/grad/dissertation-defenses

Where Aviation Meets Ambition: A Career That Has Taken Reina Cooke Global

College of Aviation

… family, she probably never imagined visiting all of the planet's continents -- and we mean all of them.  The … to visit them," says the 2015 graduate of Monroe High School.  "For as long as I can remember, I thought airports … "Talking to people currently in the industry was invaluable."   One of Cooke's three times at EAA Airventure …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2026/02/cooke

Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week

Research and Innovation

… Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week The Office of Research and Innovation is proud to present … performed throughout Michigan including concerts at high schools, on local arts series, and for Michigan Percussive … Village in Taipei by Prof. Patrick Wilson, Gwen Frostic School of Art, Western Michigan University CEHD Research …

https://wmich.edu/research/researchcelebrationweek

Identifying and Articulating Outcomes

Assessment

… the change in a student’s knowledge or skills as a result of the student’s experience(s). The focus of the learning outcomes should be on the results of learning, and not on the process used to accomplish the …

https://wmich.edu/assessment/toolkit/identifyoutcomes

Internships

School of Communication

… Internships The School of Communication at Western Michigan University is pleased … degree, you must apply for internship credit through the School of Communication. Credit is optional—many students …

https://wmich.edu/communication/academics/internships

Events

Haworth College of Business

… events at WMU Haworth can help you develop professional skills and friendships that will last long after … RSVP required. January 26, 2026 Major Insights (session 1 of 3) 3150 Schneider Hall, 3 to 5 p.m. RSVP required. … 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.  January 27, 2026 Business Externship Kickoff Event 2150 Schneider Hall (Dean's Conference Room), 11 …

https://wmich.edu/business/events-calendar

All Life is Learning - January 2026

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… are ringing, and we are working feverishly to help all of our members. Please remember that  self-registration … course registration instructions in the Curriculum section of this Newsletter with the hope that this will make the … a shared commitment to growth, and our volunteers are valuable partners in creating welcoming, effective …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/january-2026

Exploring Psychology

Psychology

… Exploring Psychology Check out the different areas of psychology in the Department of Psychology at Western … work since there are more opportunities to share your valuable skills. Find job opportunities: Discuss your goals … to pursue: American Psychological Association Psych Web School psychology While WMU does not have a graduate level …

https://wmich.edu/psychology/academics/explore

Procedures and Guidelines

Logistical Services

… purchasing decisions up to $5000 without the involvement of the Purchasing Department. No purchase order is required. Departments may purchase through use of the University Procurement card. See Procurement Card … competitive bids must be obtained with the assistance of the Purchasing Department. If the good or service is only …

https://wmich.edu/logisticalservices/purchasing/policies-procedures

Assessment Basics

Assessment

… that involves the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data and evidence to evaluate the effectiveness and quality of educational programs, processes, or outcomes. The primary aim of assessment is to inform decision-making, enhance …

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