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Evaluating Writing Assignments

Writing Center

… Center, we encourage faculty to find a balance somewhere between rubrics that are too prescriptive and rubrics that are too vague or non existent. Below are some tips for crafting heuristic rubrics which … questions that start with “how,” “to what extent,” “why might,” etc. Clarify the grade values of the assignment …

https://wmich.edu/writingcenter/resources/faculty-staff/evaluating

Frequently Asked Questions

Western Wellness

… Holtyn Wellness:  Schedule an appointment online or call Becky Thomsen at (269) 251-6858. Appointments may be completed in person or by telephone. If you choose to do … scheduled an appointment online. I see my doctor regularly. Why should I complete a wellness assessment? These wellness …

https://wmich.edu/wellness/about/faq

Preparing expert communicators

Haworth College of Business

… more than just coming up with big ideas. In order to be successful, employees must be able to communicate those ideas clearly. In fact, … talent. Many of us have to work hard at it, which is why Jo Wiley, master faculty specialist in business …

https://wmich.edu/business/wiley2019

WMU professor elected senator of Phi Beta Kappa

College of Arts and Sciences

… WMU professor elected senator of Phi Beta Kappa Submitted by Sara Dillon on KALAMAZOO, Mich. — … the Spanish Department at Western Michigan University, has been elected senator of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest … our school administrators, and the wider public about why the sciences, the social sciences, and the humanities …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/12/pastrano-perez-ppksenate

Foreign Language Placement Testing

Spanish

… Exam, you need: Your  WIN —Western Identification Number ( not your Social Security Number ). Native speakers and transfer students Native speakers … the online placement exam). The proficiency exam will not be administered to students who score 650 or below in the …

https://wmich.edu/spanish/academics/undergraduate/placement

Plants are Powerful: Let's Head to the Farm-acy

Western Wellness

… for more information Loaded with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients, and easier on the environment than … of the planet.  This workshop will discuss the health benefits of plants, and how choosing plants over animals is … Dietitian. Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes because this event will be outdoors. We'll have water on …

https://wmich.edu/events/75847

Teaching Assistantship Application

Gender and Women's Studies

… #1 (required) List name, title, email address and phone number. This first reference should be able to speak to your progress toward degree. Reference … coursework, trainings, workshops, teaching experience); why you wish to teach GWS courses; your progress toward a …

https://wmich.edu/gender/about/teaching-assistantship-application

University to honor three for teaching excellence at annual convocation

News

… Michigan University is honoring Dr. Holly J. Nibert , associate professor of Spanish, Paul R. Solomon , … associate professor of special education and literacy, for being exceptional educators and mentors and demonstrating … and whether they succeed or not," the student said. "If she cannot help you, she will guide you to where you need to go …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9721

Bell's Brewery partners with WMU, KVCC to offer internship

News

Bell's Brewery partners with WMU, KVCC to offer internship … Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Erika Brockberg, pictured, helped pilot a portion of the Bell's Brewery Development Award program. (Photo credit: …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44258

Your Honorees, 2022

Haworth College of Business

… work ethic, innovation and passion that are synonymous with being a Business Bronco. Alec Wyman, B.B.A.’15 The Brand … Phenom Shaquille Anthony, B.B.A.’16 Anthony has been motivated by one purpose since his time at … of the materials (completeness and strong narrative as to why this person is worthy of being honored). While each …

https://wmich.edu/business/the30-2022