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WMU psychology specialists tapped by governor to serve on new board

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… new board Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Peterson Wallace KALAMAZOO, Mich—Western Michigan University's … WMU and will represent various constituencies. The new body was created to assist the Michigan Department of Licensing … consumers," Peterson says. "The licensing board will set standards for training and conduct required for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41794

The dynamic duo: father-and-son academicians share best practices in distance education

Finance and Commercial Law

… “In entrepreneurship education, we emphasize a growth mindset and often use constraints as ammunition in our design … flights home to their families throughout the world. This was a traumatic experience for many, so I made space when we … some exercises to deal with anxiety. His next speaker was an entrepreneur from China in his third month of …

https://wmich.edu/finance/demello2020

Six steps to survive a financial crisis

Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness

… looked down and suddenly realized that my other son Spenser was not with us. I looked frantically around the play … My wife started calling out his name. My daughter who was seven became very upset. I realized that we were becoming panicked and weren’t …

https://wmich.edu/financialplanning/mora2020

WMU football Broncos win MAC title

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… made all five of his field goal attempts, the last of which was a 34-yarder that gave WMU a 29-23 lead with less than … of Intercollegiate Athletics is hosting a bowl announcement watch party at 1:30 p.m. Sunday in University Arena. For … head to MAC Championship | Dec. 2, 2016 Community send-off set as WMU football team heads for Detroit | Nov. 30, 2016 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36759

WMU to confer more than 1,700 degrees during fall commencement

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… fall ceremonies will last about two hours and be geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of degree-granting academic units. The 9 a.m. ceremony …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36754

ArtPrize internship helps kinetic imaging students see big picture

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… Avery McNew ’s eyes brim with excitement.    The students walk through the gallery they curated. “It’s so clear to me that I want a career in art; this experience has really sealed the … ," says Willey. "We were up there drilling things in and setting up extension cords, all sorts of stuff. We got vinyl …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/artprize-2025-internship-kinetic-imaging-resonant-gallery

Seminar to focus on building adult literacy in southwest Michigan

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… Clinic, and "Learners with Special Needs" with Dr. Luchara Wallace, WMU professor of special education and literacy … education and literacy studies, and "Exploring Career Pathways in Adult Literacy" with Michael D. Evans, executive … teachers for their child. "We're also hoping to be able to set priorities for adult literacy throughout the region," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36668

Former U.S. congressmen and elections director will lead 'Protecting Democracy' discussion

We Talk

… degree in public administration from WMU in 1987. Thomas was known as “the dean of the nation’s election directors” … and policy engagement. WeTalk members seek to raise awareness about free speech protections and promote the value … of respecting viewpoint diversity as part of the academic setting and learning environment. WeVote is a non-partisan, …

https://wmich.edu/wetalk/news/2024/09/wetalk-wevote-protecting-democracy-panel-discussion

'Station Eleven' is selection for WMU's 2016-17 book read

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… Read selection and a finalist for both the National Book Award and PEN/Faulkner Award. All of WMU's first-year students are required to read … "Imaginary Worlds and Real Insights." Discussions are set for 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 28 and Oct. 5 in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35228

New home for Kalamazoo Autism Center to formally open

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… center for young people diagnosed on the autism spectrum is set for 10 a.m. at the center's new location, 4200 … train professionals in the field attracted a $4 million award approved by the Michigan Legislature in 2014, and some … Sept. 17 event will be able to tour the new facility, which was purchased by the University a year ago. The former …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34885