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Med school hosts Rep. Upton’s 'all-star' panel of medical innovators

News

… not a major gap between the science of cures and the way that we actually regulate these therapies." To that end, … patients and others about how laws or bureaucratic systems may impede clinical research. The panel's audience … spoke to how appropriate a setting the new medical school was for this important discussion. The school, named for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19523

Graduate Program Objectives

School of Social Work

… for the positive value of diversity. Demonstrate an awareness of how personal feelings, thoughts, attitudes, … your practice. Maintain the mutuality of worker-client system and demonstrate a willingness to explore, learn and … Demonstrate understanding, sensitivity and cultural awareness to the social and economic impact of poverty and …

https://wmich.edu/socialwork/academics/grad/objectives

WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on KALAMAZOO – Two … University faculty members received Fulbright Specialist Awards to support overseas consulting and advocacy work this … to have as much music in primary and secondary educational systems as we do.” Greg Jasperse, associate professor of …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/06/fulbright-specialist-summer-2025

New Empowering Futures Community promotes exploration, campus engagement at Western

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… just so grateful that I found the path I did, because I always knew what I wanted to do—being in the entertainment industry—but I … Community for its diversity in student majors and a support system in the event she chose to change her course of study. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67074

Professional Development Institute on Cultural Competency Impact Projects

Institutional Equity

… Equity and Inclusion Series Fall 2020 Facilitator:  Luchara Wallace Cultural Competence Training & Development 2-hour … Golf Teams Fall 2020, Spring 2021 Facilitator:  Luchara Wallace The Sum of Our Parts:  DEI Cross Collaboration … 8-hour professional development for Staff Compensation System Job Evaluation Committee members Fall 2021 & Spring …

https://wmich.edu/equity/training/participantprojects

Foundation Scholars Program sets stage for success for music theatre graduate

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… Mich.— Alyssa Zamora is passionate about theatre. She always has been. But it wasn't until she came to Western Michigan University that … the opportunity to attend college and a built-in support system, but also an avenue to pursue her passions and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/64046

'Life-changing' gift: Western student receives hearing aids thanks to collaborative effort

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… solutions company Phonak. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Rattling silverware, clanking cups and the pitter-patter of water splashing off plates isn't exactly music to the ears, … to be distorted as it makes its way through the auditory system." It can take the brain a while to acclimate to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65924

Western spotlights staff who go above and beyond to make a difference

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… of a co-worker or staff member who is a Staff Compensation System, AFSCME, MSEA or POA employee and deserves to be … the options below to nominate them for a Make a Difference award. There are semiannual and annual awards available to those who provide exceptional services to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65004

First-Year Experience

Student Transitions

… and global engagement. Students in this section will work toward achieving Global Bronco Status through the Global … students plan to major in a related field or just want to explore how to get involved at WMU. Students will … you life lessons. My co-facilitator helped me with the bus system, physically walked me through my schedule on day one, …

https://wmich.edu/transitions/seminar

Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage celebrated at Western

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… Month offers us an opportunity to reflect on the many ways that members of this community contribute to making our … a strong, vibrant institution,” says Western President Edward Montgomery . “We believe that our strength lies in our … experiences. I've really gained a family and support system in this group," adds Jasmine Vue , a marketing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64333